The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has donated more than $30,000 to veterans’ organizations raised through the 2014 NATA Flag Pins for Veterans Project. Earlier this year, NATA and its members developed the project to expand the association’s support of veterans. Donations from this year’s project will support the Veterans Airlift Command and the Medal of Honor Foundation. […]
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University Aviation Association Wheatley Award presented to Nettey
The University Aviation Association (UAA) has awarded its William A. Wheatley Award for 2014 to Dr. Richmond Nettey. Nettey is Associate Dean, College of Applied Engineering, Kent State University. He has also served as the University’s Senior Academic Program Director of Aeronautics in the College of Technology. He also has co-authored the textbook, The American […]
Continental to offer diesel retrofits in China
Continental Motors Group now offers its CD-100 diesel series for the retrofit of existing aircraft in China. “We plan to support the growth of the Chinese pilot training market with a tailor-made concept. Flight schools will benefit from significantly lower cost operating a fleet of Continental diesel engines as compared to avgas powered aircraft,” said Ken Suda, […]
Anti-airport group victorious in Santa Monica
On Nov. 4, a ballot initiative to give the Santa Monica City Council more control over operations at Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO) in Southern California was approved by voters, signaling — for some — a death knell for the embattled airport. Measure LC allows the City Council to manage the airport as it sees […]
Granby Airport Pioneers Wall of Fame to be unveiled Nov. 20
On Thursday, Nov. 20, the Friends of the Granby Airport will unveil the Granby Airport Pioneers Wall of Fame at Granby Grand County Airport (GNB) in Colorado. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held inside the former airline terminal at 4 p.m. The public is invited to attend. The Granby Airport Pioneers Hall of Fame recognizes […]
Bosco named UAA interim executive director
AUBURN, Ala. — Cassandra Bosco has been named interim executive director of the University Aviation Association (UAA). She takes up the responsibilities of retiring Executive Director Carolyn Williamson. Bosco was appointed to the position while the association begins the search process for its next executive director. Since 2004, Bosco has served as president of TailWinds […]
Fly It Forward Challenge set for March
To celebrate 100 years of female pilots in combat, Fly It Forward pilots will give free introductory flights to female military personnel and their daughters during the upcoming sixth annual Fly It Forward challenge organized by the Institute for Women Of Aviation Worldwide (IWOAW). The challenge is set for March 2-8, 2015. Since 2010, pilots from […]
Airbus electric e-Fan wins Popular Science award
Airbus Group’s all-electric E-Fan aircraft has been recognized by Popular Science magazine with the 2014 Best of What’s New Award in the aerospace category. The two-seat E-Fan is dedicated to pilot training. “It is an enormous privilege for us to receive this award from Popular Science for the Best of What’s New Award,” said Jean Botti, […]
Wanted: Candidates For F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program at Edwards AFB
Interested in playing a part in making the J-35 Joint Strike Fighter a reality? American Systems currently has four (4) positions available, for a Database Developer, a Fighter Effectiveness Analyst, a Suitability Analyst and an Operational Test Engineer. Each position requires candidates with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. These opportunities enable the successful candidates to be […]