While new, the New England Wing of the CAF has achieved a lot in its short life, according to officials, including meeting all the requirements to have an aircraft assigned to the wing — a Fairchild PT-23 Primary Trainer.
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New terminal dedicated at 3F7
The terminal, a $1.2 million project that started construction in 2021, concludes a seven year, nearly $9 million effort to completely renovate the airport, according to state aeronautic officials.
Flying to the Super Bowl?
FLY2RV.com, an online platform that allows pilots to reserve a recreational vehicle that is delivered to their destination airport, is sponsoring an RV camping venue for the 2023 Super Bowl.
Just in time for the new year
CubCrafters is once again offering a free calendar…the airplane manufacturer even covers the cost of shipping.
Free education program blasts off
EAA’s free AeroEducate program, designed to introduce youth to the many career paths in aviation, is poised for growth in 2023.
FAA gives nod to Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The FAA requires pilots wait 48 hours after getting the single-dose vaccine before flying to account for potential side effects.
Registration for Air Race Classic 2023 opens Jan. 3
The planned route includes stops in Mankato, Minnesota, Ottumwa, Iowa, Kearney, Nebraska, Herington, Kansas, Ponca City, Oklahoma, Sulphur Springs, Texas, Jonesboro, Arkansas, Pell City, Alabama, Cross City, Florida, and end in Miami, Florida.
Aviation insurance company acquires Wings Agency
Wings Agency, which has two locations in New Jersey, has been acquired by Schrager Hampson Aviation Insurance Group.
Electric aircraft race in the works
Pre-registration is now open for the first Pulitzer Electric Aircraft Race, planned for May 2023. The race will be a four-day, 1,000-nm cross-country race beginning in Omaha, Nebraska, and ending near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.