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 […]
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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 […]
New Flight School Launches at Atlantic City International Airport
Photo above – The ACEA (center, kneeling) welcomes Beyond Aviation flight school to Atlantic City International Airport. Beyond Aviation now offers pilot training in Atlantic County. The Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA) welcomed the newest member of the Atlantic County business and aviation community, Beyond Aviation, a leading flight school that established a new base […]
ACEA, BETA Technologies, and NARTP Showcase Pioneering Aerospace Innovations and Sustainable Aviation at Exclusive New Jersey Event
Photo above – From left to right are, Mr. Lauren Moore, President, ACEA; Michael Viscount, Board of Trustees Chair, ACEA; Blain Newton, Chief Operating Officer, BETA Technologies; Howard Kyle, President, NARTP; Mark Loeben, Board of Trustees Chair, NARTP; Stephen Dougherty, Executive Director, South Jersey Transportation Authority; and Lexi Pace, BETA Technologies. The Atlantic County Economic […]
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 […]
Federal, State and Local Officials Celebrate NARTP Building #2 Groundbreaking
Photo above – Officials ceremoniously break ground to signal the start of construction on a second building in the National Aerospace Research & Technology Park in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Approximately 125 people, including federal, state and local officials, celebrated a groundbreaking for construction of the second building at the National Aerospace Research and Technology […]
