FutureFlight
Local U.S. Leaders Look to Emerging Technologies for Growth
Local leaders like Mayor Barbara Tolbert of Arlington in Washington state are calling for collaboration to pave the way for emerging technologies.
Eviation Alice
Eviation, the company developing the all-electric Alice aircraft, has relocated its headquarters to Arlington Airport in Washington state. (Photo: Eviation)

As the pandemic eases in the U.S., state and local leaders are increasingly looking at emerging technologies such as advanced air mobility and sustainability as a means to return to growth.

Noting the “great hit” that general aviation has taken throughout the Covid-19 pandemic,  Selena Shilad, executive director for the Alliance for Aviation Across America, said, “When we look toward the future, it is not only about recovery but it is also about growth. What many people don’t realize is that general aviation and business aviation are making significant investments in sustainability and emerging technologies. What many also don’t realize is how these investments are going to benefit local communities and how federal investments and local support are so critical at this time.”