Although aviation community does not have an official anthem, pilots are honored by many artists creating inspiring songs. The folks at Baltic Aviation Academy in Lithuania compiled this list of songs. Any others you would add to the list? Add them in comments. 1. Learning to Fly – Pink Floyd. An absolute favorite for many pilots […]
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Grand Canyon accident site designated national landmark
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Park Service has designated the 1956 TWA-United Airlines aviation accident site in Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona as a national historic landmark. On June 30, 1956, a Trans World Airlines Super Constellation L-1049 and a United Airlines DC-7 collided in uncongested airspace 21,000 feet over the Grand Canyon in Arizona, killing […]
Treasure hunting family wins Lightspeed headset
Jesse Saint of Dunnellon, Florida, was the winner in Lightspeed Aviation’s 2014 SUN ‘n FUN Treasure Hunt. Jesse and his family used an iPhone and the posted hint to find one of 25 puzzle pieces hidden in treasure chests across the SUN ‘n FUN grounds. The find gave him an automatic entry into the drawing […]
Four new board members elected at Embry-Riddle
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Board of Trustees has elected four new members: Dr. Charles D. Duva, president and CEO of DuvaSawko; C. Jeffrey Knittel, president of CIT Transportation Finance; David B. O’Maley, chairman emeritus and retired president and CEO of Ohio National Life Insurance Co.; and Jon W. Slangerup, an executive advisor to Moelis Capital Partners. […]
Alaska Airlines gives $2.5 million to build Aerospace Education Center at museum
SEATTLE — Alaska Airlines is making a $2.5 million gift to The Museum of Flight to create the Alaska Airlines Aerospace Education Center. Funds will be used to renovate existing facilities, support and sustain educational programs, increase staff, expand outreach to underrepresented communities, and enhance financial assistance. The Alaska Airlines Aerospace Education Center, to be […]
Landmark Aviation to acquire Ross Aviation
Landmark Aviation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ross Aviation, a network of FBOs located throughout the United States. The acquisition is expected to close during the second half of 2014. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Ross Aviation operates 20 FBOs in high profile major cities and resort destinations within the U.S., including Denver (BJC), […]
New terminal opens at KHLX
A new terminal was recently dedicated at the Twin County Airport (KHLX) serving Carroll and Grayson Counties, as well as Galax, Va. The 4,000-square-foot terminal not only houses the manager and commission’s offices, but includes a pilot lounge/sleep room with a full bath, a flight planning room, a large conference room, and space for additional airport […]
Thunderstorm Avoidance seminar at KGSH
A Thunderstorm Avoidance seminar is slated for May 10 at Goshen Municipal Airport (KGSH) in Indiana. Dr. David Strahle will be presenting the seminar, titled “Thunderstorm Avoidance using Airborne NEXRAD Radar.” With the recent advent of Datalink Nexrad Weather Radar, all pilots must become familiar with the proper interpretation of Nexrad images in avoiding thunderstorms, […]
International UAS Expo takes off May 12
The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) will host an unmanned systems and robotics exposition May 12-15 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Keynote speakers include: Rep. John Mica (R-Fla.), House of Representatives Lt. Gen. Kevin Mangum, deputy commanding general/chief of staff, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Rep. Frank Lobiondo (R-N.J.), […]