LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. — The Aircraft Electronics Association has unveiled the dates and locations for its 2016 AEA Connect conferences. AEA Connect is the new name for what was formerly known as the AEA Regional Meetings. The 2016 AEA Connect schedule is: Jan. 26-27 Europe Connect (Cologne, Germany) Aug. 30-31 Latin America Connect (Bogota, Colombia) Sept. 8-9 […]
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New benefits for flying clubs
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has released free scheduling software and other new benefits and tools for flying clubs. The software, available exclusively to AOPA Flying Club Network members, allows clubs to schedule up to six “resources,” such as aircraft and flight instructors. With an unlimited number of users and the capability to process credit […]
Lyons named HAI chairman
HILLSBORO, Ore. — Max Lyons, Hillsboro Aviation president and CEO, has been appointed 2015-2016 chairman of the board of the Helicopter Association International (HAI). “Hillsboro Aviation has been a member of HAI for over 30 years, during which I have witnessed the tremendous impact the association has on safety, legislation and the promotion of our industry on […]
NATA puts out call for nomations
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) has put out a call for nominations to acknowledge the individuals, offices, and organizations demonstrating excellence and the highest level of customer service to the general aviation community. Each year, NATA presents five awards: The Airport Executive Partnership Award, which recognizes an airport manager for outstanding efforts […]
Nominations sought for Flight Instructor Hall of Fame
The National Association of Flight Instructors is looking for nominations for the 2016 selection to the National Flight Instructor Hall of Fame. NAFI sponsors the National Flight Instructor Hall of Fame to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to aviation education and flight instruction. It highlights the important role flight instructors play as a foundation […]
Couldn’t make it to NBAA15?
If you couldn’t make it to Las Vegas this week for the National Business Aviation Association‘s annual convention — one of the biggest in aviation – you can go there virtually, thanks to a photo gallery on the association’s website. It features everything from aircraft on display to shots of the exhibit hall.
AOPA launches Pro Pilot membership
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has introduced Pro Pilot, a new level of membership available exclusively to professional pilots. For $21.99 a month, Pro Pilot provides services and protections to professional pilots whose livelihood depends on maintaining their pilot certificate and medical certification. “AOPA’s Pro Pilot is specifically tailored to the needs of professional pilots,” […]
Pelton named EAA CEO
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) has named EAA Chairman Jack Pelton Chief Executive Officer. The CEO position is a paid position, although Pelton will continue as EAA’s volunteer Chairman of the Board while he is CEO. He will maintain residences in Oshkosh and his hometown of Wichita, Kansas. “Jack has […]
AOPA AV8RS programs awards scholarships
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s (AOPA) AV8RS youth membership program has awarded four scholarships totaling more than $22,000 to teens who are pursuing flight training in high school and college. This year’s scholarship program was funded through the AOPA Foundation, a non-profit organization, and made possible by the Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust. The winners […]