Civil Air Patrol’s New Jersey Wing joined educators and industry leaders at the third annual Aviation Program, “Gliding into Tomorrow: The Future of Flight.” Lt. Col. Michael Castania, the wing’s director of aerospace education, represented CAP at the event, presented by iSTREAM in collaboration with Rowan College at Burlington County. Serving as a featured guest, […]
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171 Cadets Graduate from NJ Wing’s 2025 Basic Encampment at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
A total of 171 Civil Air Patrol cadets — including 153 basic students and 18 advanced students — graduated recently from the New Jersey Wing’s 2025 Basic Encampment, a six-day immersive leadership training experience held July 27 to August 2 at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. They were supported by 53 cadet cadre and 36 senior members […]
New Jersey Wing, Civil Air Patrol’s McGuire Composite Squadron Wins First Place at Northeast Region Cadet Competition
New Jersey Wing’s McGuire Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) recently soared to victory, clinching first place overall at the 2025 Northeast Region Cadet Competition held at Camp Smith, a New York Army National Guard installation located in Cortland Manor, NY. The team earned top honors in every scored event except one, showcasing […]
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 […]
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 […]
NARTP/ACEA Host Briefing for U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Acting FAA Administrator
The National Aerospace Research and Technology Park (NARTP) and the Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA) welcomed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau, Congressman Jeff Van Drew, and a delegation of federal, state, and local dignitaries for an official visit highlighting the region’s growing national leadership in aerospace innovation. During the […]
FAA and ASSURE Announce UAS Detection Testing at Cape May Ferry Terminal
The FAA and ASSURE, announced that an applied research initiative has been launched to test and evaluate passive, non-emitting UAS detection systems. This research aims to assess the efficacy and potential impacts of these systems on the National Airspace System (NAS) in non-airport environments. The initiative also explores the efficacy of remote identification detection receivers […]
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 […]
Aviation Businesses Finish Strong in 2024, Look for Continued Growth and Success in 2025
By Kim Stevens Photo above – Kinexis Consulting LLC, a New Jersey-based firm, established in 2016 performed well and met its goals in 2024. For three very diverse aviation businesses, 2024 had one thing in common – each performed well. “2024 has been a great year for us with a very strong 4th quarter,” […]
Lincoln College Group Purchases ALSIM AL250 Sim for Newark’s Air and Space Institute
ALSIM has shared that the AL250 simulator, recently purchased by Lincoln College Group, is now installed in the brand-new Air and Space Institute at Newark. Unveiled in June, this new training facility prepares students for careers in the aviation industry. The facility houses an Airbus A318 aircraft and several state-of-the-art simulators, including the AL250 equipped […]
