Photo above – SIU Aviation students celebrate receiving scholarships as part of a grant program funded by The Boeing Company. From left are Doug Carr, Faith Ortega, SIU Aviation students Sami Liller, Melissa Pfaff, Fawne Maguire and Grace Gray, Harry Barrett Jr. and Dristin Rose. (Photo by Russell Bailey) Fifteen students in Southern Illinois University […]
Aviation Education
Fairfield County Airport Encourages Youth to Explore Careers in Aviation During SC Aviation Week
Fairfield County Airport is celebrating the essential careers of the aviation industry during South Carolina Aviation Week providing three local high school seniors with discovery flights on Monday. For the sixth consecutive year, high school students were recruited to participate in the discovery flights by Fairfield County Airport Director Denise Bryan C.M. The students […]
Flexjet Chairman Kenn Ricci Joins Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Board of Trustees
Flexjet, Inc. announced that its Chairman, Kenn Ricci, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Ricci’s appointment was effective on March 29, 2024. “It is vital to the growth of the aviation industry that we continue to attract, coach and retain young talent. In fact, that is one of the […]
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Achieve New Heights With “Discover Aviation Patch” at Lone Star Flight Museum
More than 120 enthusiastic Girl Scouts from the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) earned the coveted “Discover Aviation Patch” at the Lone Star Flight Museum on Saturday, March 23. Several successful women aviation leaders spoke to the girls during a luncheon seminar about their career experiences, insights, and advice. Speakers included Shelly deZevallos, […]
Battelle Fuels Atlantic City Teens’ STEM Dreams with $30K Grant Infusion
The sky is not the limit for the determined teens of Atlantic City, thanks to Battelle’s continued support of local STEM initiatives. On February 1, 2024, the Boys and Girls Club of Atlantic City (ACBGC) proudly acknowledged an additional earmarked contribution of $30,000 to boost their burgeoning aviation and drone program. This is the third […]
$33 Million in Federal Funding to Further Transform K-State Salina as Aerospace Education Hub
Photo above – K-State Salina’s new Aerospace Education Hub expands the space for programs in unmanned aerial systems, advanced composites and aviation maintenance, while a partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration strengthens pilot training programs. Kansas State University continues to adapt to meet the needs of the next generation of pilots, mechanics and […]
AOPA Members Bring Aviation License Plate to Florida Drivers to Support AVED
A general aviation license plate will soon be available for purchase in Florida because of the passionate efforts of three aviators with support from the AOPA advocacy team. Local Florida pilots Joseph Hurtuk, Dr. Ian Goldbaum, and Richard Golightly bonded over their shared interest in aviation and determination to give back to the industry. They […]
Phoenix Rising Investments, Willmeng, Celebrate Grand Opening of New Aviation Institute of Maintenance Campus
Photo above – AIM leaders and special guests take part in the ceremonial ribbon cutting for the company’s Phoenix facility. From left: Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) Regional Director Greg Daniel, American Airlines Vice President of Technical Services Mark Miner, AIM Founder Gerald Yagen, AIM President Joel English, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Norfolk, Va. Mayor […]
NASAO Announces 2024 U.S. Youth Aviation Art Contest Winners
The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO), in partnership with National Aeronautic Association (NAA), announced the winners of the 2024 U.S. Youth Aviation Art Contest. The judging was conducted by representatives from: Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA) Foundation; Equus Flight Academy/US Alt. Delegate to the FAI Education Commission; NAA; NASAO; Signature Flight Support; […]
CAU Expands Flight Training Fleet with 15 Cessna Skyhawk Aircraft
Textron Aviation has announced an agreement with California Aeronautical University for the purchase of 15 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft with deliveries beginning in 2027. The new aircraft will be added to their current fleet and will be used at the various Western United States locations including Bakersfield, CA, San Diego, CA, Ventura, CA and Mesa, AZ. […]
