Bill introduced to increase pilot training funding for vets
According to the US Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA), “while it is good news [the US] Congress is trying to address one of the barriers to increasing the pilot population – funding their education – observers suggest eliminating the cap on federal funding in the GI Bill for flight careers would be a better […]
On the agenda: RACCA board to meet October 29
The US Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) board of directors will meet on October 29 at the Hilton Scottsdale Resort to discuss the new FAA ARC on Part 135 Flight & Duty Time, the newly organised Air Cargo Congressional Caucus and planning for the RACCA Spring Meeting set for April 21-23, 2020. The Air […]
Tecnam delivers P2012 to Cape Air
Cape Air has taken delivery of the first two of 100 Tecnam P2012 Travellers, completing a year-long effort to replace its aging fleet of Cessna 402s. The delivery comes on the heels of EASA certification and with FAA certification expected shortly. During the Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) conference in April, Walter DaCosta, Tecnam […]
RACCA becomes member of Flight/Duty Time ARC
The US Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association’s (RACCA) own John Hazlet and Bill Cush of Massachusetts-based Cape Air have been named as representatives on the new Part 135 Pilot Rest and Duty Time Rules Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC) tasked to take another stab at developing new rules after two previous efforts failed. The 20-member group […]
RACCA scholarship applications open
RACCA’s (Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association) annual scholarship programme is now open for applications. The scholarships are designed to help aspiring pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians (AMTs) and airline managers pursue their careers. “Affording an aviation education is increasingly difficult and our members and associate members are dedicated to ensuring there is funding available,” said Stan […]
Textron briefs RACCA members on SkyCourier
Textron’s session on the SkyCourier was so popular it had to be moved to the main conference hall but that is not surprising. Considering how many Cessna aircraft are in some sort of commercial commuter or cargo service, it is no surprise Textron Aviation is pursuing a dual certification track for both the freighter and […]
Babbitt praises RACCA efforts on pilot time
Former FAA administrator Randy Babbitt praised RACCA on its effort in changing rules to broaden the ability of first officers to build quality time in the right seat of cargo operations. The industry has been working for years, he noted, to ensure that, like their passenger-carrying counterparts, cargo operators can staff the right seat of […]
RACCA expresses concerns about NTSB focus on Part 135
“The NTSB has put Part 135 top on its hit list,” said Tim Komberec, RACCA (Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association) chair Tim Komberec, during the Q&A after Bruce Landsberg , NTSB vice chair, kicked off the RACCA Spring Conference. “We want to emphasis there are different levels of Part 135 that NTSB needs to recognise.” […]
RACCA attracts delegates from around the world
Designed as a tribute to the association’s dedicated associate members, vendors and suppliers, the US Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) held its 18th annual Spring Conference, which included delegates from as far away as Italy and Australia. The meeting had record attendance and two overbooked hotels. “Welcome to 2019 RACCA Spring Conference,” said Terry […]
RACCA awards five aviation scholarships to the next generation
The US-based Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) has awarded five $2,000 scholarships through RACCA’s growing scholarship programme. The five students hail from across the United States and are pursuing careers as aviation maintenance technicians, aviators and in airline management. The students are: John Tucker, who attends Colorado Northwestern Community College. In addition to his […]
RACCA against changes to the Part 135 flight-and-duty-time rules
The US-based Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) president Stan Bernstein and vice president John Hazlet met FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) acting administrator Dan Elwell to oppose changes to the Part 135 flight-and-duty-time rules as mandated in the recently signed FAA Reauthorization bill. Section 315 of the bill calls for creation of an Aviation Rulemaking […]
Miami University reaches out to Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association
Students at Ohio’s Miami University are working with Massachusetts-based Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) to conduct a survey as part of a capstone project to help an aircraft manufacturer determine the total market for its new cargo aircraft. The survey will help the company determine the best market strategy for the new aircraft and […]