Three months ago, Lima Flight™ released an app to make it easy to locate local instructors and flight schools. The company reports that the app has been met with overwhelming enthusiasm and that the connection numbers are beating all predictions. Lima Flight says they currently have over 1,000 downloads from new students and general aviators […]
Aviation Education
USI Selected by Amazon as an Education Partner for Career Choice Program
Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) announced they have been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees access to drone safety training and their industry-recognized certifications. “We are thrilled to partner with Amazon in support of their Career Choice program,” said Josh Olds, CEO of USI. “Our mission is to […]
Embry-Riddle Freshman Wins $100,000 in Flexjet’s Project LXi – Design the Ultimate Private Jet Interior Contest
Flexjet has awarded an aviation business student at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University $100,000 for his winning aircraft interior design, Carolina, in the Project LXi – Design the Ultimate Private Jet Interior Contest. Woojae Sohn, worked with his father, Youngmin Sohn, on the design and drew inspiration from their family vacations in Mount Pleasant, S.C. The interior […]
UND Frozen Force Wins Intercollegiate Air Race Classic
Photo above – The 2025 Frozen Force Team includes Helena Lind, pilot; Charlotte Fuller, co-pilot; Caroline Kelley, navigator; and Aubrey Baril, ground coordinator. The team is coached by Katia Peters and Antonia Wagener. For the first time, the UND Frozen Force flying team has won the Intercollegiate Air Race Classic, an annual, multi-stop competition for […]
NJ Wing Welcomes New Cessna 182 Aircraft to Support Missions and Training
Photo above – Capt Robert DelTufo proudly stands next to the N485CA 2025 Cessna C-182T. Photo credit -New Jersey Wing, Civil Air Patrol. The New Jersey Wing of Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has announced the addition of a brand-new 2025 Cessna C-182T Skylane to its fleet. The plane, designated N485CA, was delivered last week from […]
South Carolina Aviation Association Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients
South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 SCAA Scholarships Program, awarded to promising students pursuing careers in aviation. The Scholarships Program is supported through generous donations and proceeds from events such as the silent auction and the golf outing, sponsored by WK Dickson, held during the 2025 SCAA […]
Oklahoma Celebrates 4 Years as National Leader in Aerospace Education
Photo above – L to R: Rep. Josh Cantrell, Kingston; Rep. Tammy Townley, Ardmore; Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) Executive Director Grayson Ardies; ODAA Statewide Aerospace STEM Education Manager Paula Kedy; and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation Vice President Dan Justman announced Oklahoma has been named number one in the nation for […]
Is Flexibility in Pilot Rosters Still Just a Flight of Fancy?
A new generation of pilots is preparing to take their seats in the cockpit—but they’re also stepping into a world of airline operations and scheduling systems that can feel unfamiliar and complex. While pilot rosters are evolving, the reality behind these changes is far more nuanced, especially for newcomers to the flight deck. A pilot’s […]
Utah Valley University Unveils Innovative Autonomous Aircraft Tug 2.0 at Provo Airport
Utah Valley University (UVU) has unveiled version 2.0 of its autonomous electric aircraft tug, a cutting-edge student-driven innovation designed to reduce fuel consumption, lower emissions, and enhance airport safety. Recently demonstrated at the Provo Airport, this next-generation tug aims to transform how aircraft move on runways. Aircraft Tug 2.0: What’s New? The redesigned prototype features […]
CAP Volunteers Recognized for Excellence and Leadership at NJ Wing Conference
By Lt Col Bill Petzinger The New Jersey Wing of the Civil Air Patrol recognized the leadership and accomplishments of both cadet and adult members during its annual conference, highlighting achievements in aerospace education, cadet programs, emergency services, leadership and more. With more than 1,600 volunteer members serving in 22 squadrons, the New Jersey Wing […]
