The Women’s Aviation Career Symposium (WACS) celebrated their seventh year that included over 300 participants and record-breaking scholarships awarded to women pursuing careers in aviation. The annual professional career conference for women – from high school juniors through retirees – took place at Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation in Battle Creek, Michigan on March […]
Aerospace Education
Oklahoma’s AERO Education Grant Program Open
The grant application is now open for the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Education Grant Program. Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are due on May 31, 2025. Grants are for education programs that are aviation and aerospace minded for primary through post-secondary education. The program funds are part of more than $500,000 the […]
New Exhibit at IND Honors Indiana’s Legendary Contribution to Aviation
Aviation leaders from the Indianapolis Airport Authority and the Indiana Aviation Hall of Fame gathered recently to dedicate a new exhibit at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) that honors and tells the rich history of Hoosiers in Flight. From the first flight at Kitty Hawk to the Apollo 11 mission, to Amelia Earhart, the Tuskegee […]
Freelancer.com Launches Moon Mascot Global Design Contest
Freelancer.com has announced the launch of the Moon Mascot: NASA Artemis II ZGI Design Challenge. Hosted by Freelancer.com on behalf of NASA, the global design challenge invites both adults and K12 school students to submit an original design for a zero-gravity indicator (ZGI), which are small items carried aboard spacecrafts that provide a visual indicator […]
DBIA’s 2025 Student Competition Showcases Progressive Design-Build in Airport Expansion Challenge
The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) has officially opened registration for the 2025 National Design-Build Student Competition, offering students nationwide the opportunity to showcase their design-build expertise in a fast-paced, real-world challenge. This annual competition, a cornerstone of DBIA’s student engagement efforts, prepares future industry leaders by providing hands-on experience with design-build best practices. Teams […]
ACEA, NARTP, and Applied Research Associates Partner to Lead the $140 Million Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies Proposal
The Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA), the National Aerospace Research and Technology Park (NARTP), and Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA), partnered to submit a market survey/response for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) proposed $140 million Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies (CAAT). Together, the partnership continues to strengthen New Jersey’s position as the premier hub for […]
Dee Howard Foundation Names Workforce Development Leader as New Executive Director
The Dee Howard Foundation (“DHF”) has named Christopher Mammen its new Executive Director. Mammen brings a wealth of experience in executive leadership, workforce development, strategic partnership-building, and a deep commitment to strengthening economic mobility for residents in the San Antonio community. “We are thrilled to welcome Christopher as our new executive director,” said Tyler Schroeder, […]
K-State Salina Offering Aviation Maintenance College Courses to High School Students
A one-of-a-kind, educational opportunity is now available to high school students looking to study aircraft mechanics through Kansas State University Salina’s pre-college pathways. K-State Salina is offering courses for students who desire to complete college credits while still in high school in the in-demand career pathway of aviation maintenance. These courses will be predominantly offered […]
CDOT Announces Aviation Education and Workforce Development Grants Totaling $395,879
The Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) Division of Aeronautics announced the allocation of $395,879 in funding through the 2025 Aviation Education and Workforce Development Grant Program. This initiative aims to enhance aviation education and support workforce development across Colorado, preparing the next generation of aviation professionals. The program will distribute a total of $502,461.50, with […]
Applications Open for 2025 EAA Aviation Scholarships
The application process is now open for the 2025 EAA Aviation Scholarships. Flight training and post-secondary scholarships are available to everyone over the age of 16. The window to apply will close on March 1, 2025. Flight training scholarships help cover the costs at any flight school in the United States or Canada that is […]
