“We have had a Culver PQ-14 Target Drone on our wish list for years, but there aren’t many left of the over 3,000 built,” said Gordon Page, president of the Spirit of Flight Foundation.
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Third annual State of Flight Training Survey takes off
“The information you share will provide important insights that help guide the way forward for your peers and partners in flight training,” company officials said.
Flight school expands to KVDF
Tampa Bay Aviation, a flight school in Florida that offers training in both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, has expanded, opening a new location at Tampa Executive Airport (KVDF) in Florida.
GA’s image problem
Ask a random person on the street about the importance of general aviation to the United States and you’ll probably hear “isn’t that only for rich people and their toys?” But GA is integral to the U.S. transportation system, say general aviation advocates, a message that more people need to hear.
Clay Lacy Aviation scholarships top $500,000
The company has committed $281,000 to new scholarships, in addition to the $225,000 in scholarships it has granted since 2015.
Women in Aviation 2023 conference breaks records
The 2023 conference attracted people from 32 countries, including the U.S., Canada, Ghana, Norway, Nigeria, Germany, and more.
AeroBrigham acquires heads-up display division from MyGoFlight
The new company, which will be known as AeroDisplay, will feature heads-up display (HUD) configurations for both general aviation airplanes and helicopters, according to company officials.
Is there really a DPE shortage?
During a meeting of Designated Pilot Examiners (DPE) and FAA personnel at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022, it was estimated that one-fifth of applicants never even qualify to start their FAA flight tests due to incorrect endorsements or inadequate pilot experience. These CFI errors waste applicants’ time and money while also squandering scarce DPE appointments, SAFE officials noted.
Regional flight training awards revealed
In addition to the regional winners, 32 flight schools and 65 instructors have earned distinguished awards, according to AOPA officials.