Phillips 66® Aviation presented the 2025 Phillips 66® Aviation Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Young Eagles Leadership Award to Michael Grzincich. As a Young Eagles Coordinator of EAA Chapter 237 in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Michael has introduced nearly 1,100 youth to the joy of flight, making him one of Minnesota’s most dedicated aviation mentors. “I’m honored […]
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CyberPatriot XVIII – 2025/2026 Season Registration Now Open!
The CyberPatriot program is open to students entering grades 9–12 and is an excellent opportunity for those interested in cybersecurity and STEM careers. What is CyberPatriot? CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program, created by the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) to inspire students toward careers in cybersecurity and to teach them about […]
National Aeronautic Association Announces Distinguished People of Aviation
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) announced today that the 2025 Wesley L. McDonald Distinguished Statesmen and Stateswomen of Aviation are Lisa Anderson Spencer, Nia Gilliam, Rebecca Lutte, Mike McGowan, Robert Sumwalt, Barbara Walter-Phillips, and Holly Woodruff Lyons. The NAA established the award in 1954 to honor outstanding living Americans who, through their efforts over an […]
Approval of MOSAIC Rule Highlights Decade-Long EAA Leadership Effort for Modernized Aircraft and Pilot Certification
A decade-long effort by the Experimental Aircraft Association, in association with the Federal Aviation Administration and other entities, became reality on July 22 with the announcement that the MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification) rule has been finalized and signed. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy made the announcement during the second day of […]
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Provides Economic Impact of $257 Million Annually for Fox Valley
The annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention, one of Wisconsin’s crown jewels of tourism, has a $257 million total economic impact for the Fox Valley region each year, according to an independent study compiled by the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. The total is based on EAA AirVenture 2024 totals, which included a record total attendance […]
CAF Airbase Georgia Sends Five Vintage Warbirds to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Photo above – Airbase Georgia’s restored P-51 is in high demand for rides at Fond du Lac County airport, Wisconsin, during the annual EAA AirVenture week. It will be joined by the Airbase’s SBD-5 Dauntless Dive Bomber, LT-6 Mosquito and a restored T-34 Mentor. (Photo courtesy of CAF Airbase Georgia) Five vintage aircraft from Commemorative Air […]
Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation Announces its 2025/2026 Charitable Raffle Grand Prize
The Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation (JRBAF) has announced the grand prize for its 2025/26 charitable raffle: a meticulously restored 1958 Cessna 182 that has been extensively upgraded for aviation adventures in primitive and remote areas. The straight tail series of Cessna aircraft are legendary in the backcountry — and one lucky ticket holder will […]
MJ Promotes John Mafera to Director of Aviation
McFarland Johnson (MJ) has announced the promotion of John Mafera to Vice President – Director of Aviation. With nearly three decades of experience in the aviation industry, Mafera has been a vital contributor to MJ’s growth and leadership in airport planning, design, and development across the country. Since joining the firm in 2014, he has […]
ACRP Ambassadors: Inspiring Others to Act
The Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) offers free, evidence-based, objective research to support airport professionals in addressing real-world challenges. ACRP also provides opportunities for professional development, such as the Ambassador program, a premier practitioner engagement initiative within the Transportation Research Board. ACRP Ambassadors volunteer to represent ACRP at industry events to help disseminate ACRP research […]
CAN Launches “Lifeline” – A Newsletter Connecting Aviation and Healthcare Professionals in Support of Cancer Patients
Corporate Angel Network (CAN has announced the launch of Lifeline, a new publication created to connect the aviation industry with healthcare providers and the patients they serve. Lifeline offers readers a compelling look into the impact of CAN’s mission, highlighting inspiring patient stories, updates from healthcare and aviation partners, and opportunities for engagement within the […]
