The state’s 37 public use airports support 199,000 jobs and more than $24 Billion in annual economic output according to MassDOT.
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U.S. student takes top honors in global aviation artist contest
In the 35th anniversary edition of the competition, the theme was “A friendlier world with air sports,” celebrating the friendships that air sports forges with people from all over the world and of all ages. The theme for the 2022 contest is “Design Your Perfect Aircraft.”
Virtual reality first, actual flying later
Following successful completion of this first phase of their training, students will transition to hands-on flight training in aircraft.
Garmin autopilot approved for Bonanzas, C-210s, Mooney M20s
Models include: Beech H/J/K/M 35 Bonanza; Cessna 210 D/E/F and T210F; Mooney M20 C/D/E – pre-1965.
Two jets find new life at NC community college
The two planes will used in GTCC’s Aviation Systems Technology Program, which provides students the knowledge and skills to qualify for an aircraft mechanic’s certificate with airframe and/or powerplant ratings.
Japanese companies team to research new GA aircraft powered by Yamaha engines
Yamaha Motor Co. has teamed with ShinMaywa Industries, a Japanese industrial conglomerate descended from the Kawanishi Aircraft Company, to conduct joint research on a next-generation general aviation aircraft. Under the new agreement, Yamaha Motor will explore avenues for adapting its small-engine technologies to the aviation industry.
AOPA Foundation’s high school STEM curriculum earns accreditation
Other organizations that have received STEM.org Trustmarks include The Walt Disney Co., Staples, the NBA, and The New York Times.
Apply for IADA scholarships through Sept. 1
The International Aircraft Dealers Association (IADA) is accepting applications from students for business aviation scholarships through Sept. 1, 2021. Grants funded by the IADA Foundation range from $1,000 to $5,000.
Hangars in high demand
The results of AOPA’s Airport Support Network survey indicated that 71% of airports have a waiting list for their hangars. And at those airports with a waiting list, 72% of aircraft owners waited from six months to more than two years to get a hangar.