“The pioneer era of aviation laid the framework for the entire industry through experimental designs and the willingness to push the boundaries of current technology,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “The three airplanes on display at AirVenture will serve as our tribute to the people who paved the way for the aviation industry.”
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Rare B-24 to move to Mighty Eighth museum
The aircraft is one of only three B-24s in the Air Force’s historical collection.
Texas high school team wins Aviation Design Challenge
More than 70 high school teams, representing 24 states, entered the 2025 GAMA Aviation Design Challenge, according to GAMA officials.
New scholarship launches for drone pilots
The Elevate Scholarship Program, targeting individuals between the ages of 16 and 24, provides Part 107 training, as well as resources to equip young individuals with essential drone operation capabilities, according to officials.
World’s longest-running electric aircraft symposium returns to Oshkosh
Dozens of the world’s electric aircraft developers and experts will be speaking at the 19th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), hosted by the Vertical Flight Society (VFS), in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the weekend before EAA AirVenture Oshkosh takes off.
PlaneEnglish partners with Avemco
Through the new collaboration, pilots who purchase any PlaneEnglish simulator product will automatically qualify for Avemco’s Safety Rewards Program, earning up to 10% off their Avemco insurance premium. Avemco policy holders also receive a 15% discount at PlaneEnglish.
TITAN Aerospace Insurance expands to Dallas
The Dallas office joins a growing list of TITAN locations, including New Bern, N.C.; Greensboro, N.C.; Atlanta; Memphis; Knoxville, Tennessee; and Denver.
The #3 reason people quit flight training: Clash of the Personalities
Would you choose to spend more than 50 hours in a 40-inch enclosed space with someone you don’t mesh with while they quiz you continuously on a complex subject that you are just learning?
MedXpress upgraded
Upgrades have been made to the FAA’s MedXpress website to assist pilots in preparing for their next visit with an aviation medical examiner (AME).