MissionGO, Inc. which has a proud history of working with and employing veterans from all branches of the United States military, has announced its latest partnership with Vets to Drones, a non-profit organization that prepares veterans to enter the commercial drone industry. Giving veterans another opportunity to serve communities around the country, MissionGO and Vets […]
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Opportunities to Engage Pilots and Aircraft Owners to Abound at 2023 AOPA Aviator Showcase
For aviation companies looking to spotlight their products and services, the 2023 AOPA Aviator Showcase will offer a unique opportunity to engage the most eager pilots and aircraft owners. To be held on September 8 and 9 at the home of AOPA in Frederick, Maryland, the AOPA Aviator Showcase is designed to attract a ripe […]
Pilots Organize Airlift for Families at The Children’s Inn at NIH
Pilots for Christ Maryland has partnered with The Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Commonwealth Aviation and local pilots to airlift presents for patients receiving care at NIH on Saturday, Dec. 17. The planned airlift, known as “Miracle on Runway One-Four,” will involve pilots and general aviation aircraft departing from various airports […]
AOPA Introduces Poker Run National Flight Challenge
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association introduces the Poker Run National Flight Challenge. The first poker run of its kind! Designed by pilots, for pilots, players collect their hand of virtual cards following a 7 Card Stud inspired format. Check-in at different airports around the US and earn a new card at each check-in for […]
AOPA’S Air Safety Institute Releases ‘Meet the Extra 300’ — First In a New Beyond Proficient Video Series
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Air Safety Institute (ASI) released its first video in a new Beyond Proficient video series that takes you into the cockpit of an Extra 300 aerobatic airplane. “The videos demonstrate how upset recovery training with a qualified aerobatics flight instructor can help pilots better understand the dynamics of unusual […]
National Spotlight Shines on AOPA Curriculum in Education Week Report
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Foundation High School Aviation STEM Curriculum has seen phenomenal growth in the five years since educators across the country began using it to teach students about aviation. That growth is showcased in a recent special report by Education Week, one of America’s most trusted resources for education news and […]
AOPA President Mark Baker Awarded First Flight Society Honorary Membership for Aviation Contributions
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association President Mark Baker has been named an Honorary Member of the First Flight Society. The program recognizes those luminaries who have achieved national recognition in aviation. “We are honored to recognize Mark’s many contributions to aviation,” said Mike Fonseca, President of the First Flight Society. “AOPA’s mantra is ‘your […]
MissionGO and The Living Legacy Foundation of Maryland Reshape the Future of Medical Blood Transport with Successful Unmanned Aircraft Flight
As donation and transplantation needs continue to rise in Maryland and across America, a faster, safer and more efficient solution for organ and blood transport has arrived. MissionGO and The Living Legacy Foundation of Maryland (The LLF), the state’s organ procurement organization (OPO) responsible for organ, eye and tissue donation services, announced a successful flight […]
MissionGO Achieves Critical FAA Milestone, Takes Next Step to Offering Unmanned Aircraft Cargo Delivery
MissionGO Unmanned Systems announced today that the FAA certification office has approved MissionGO’s MG Velos 100 airworthiness criteria as part of MissionGO’s Type Certificate application, a milestone marking the brand’s next big step in pushing the boundaries of Unmanned Aircraft System capabilities. It is also expected that the FAA will soon be issuing industry guidelines […]
MissionGO Expands Unmanned Cargo Operations with the Addition of Retired FAA Executive Frank Paskiewicz
MissionGO, an Unmanned Aircraft Solutions (UAS) company for utility inspections, critical medical and commercial cargo, and training for operators, has announced the hiring of Frank Paskiewicz as Executive Vice President of Cargo Operations. Paskiewicz brings more than 40 years of experience in industry and government aviation ranging from technical to executive positions. He comes with […]