Wayman’s program gives students the opportunity to earn 72 college credits, including all FAA certifications through Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor ratings.
Briefings
Ribbon cutting celebrates reopening of L88
Now that the runway has been repaved, the next task for volunteers is to enhance the camping areas for pilots, according to officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation.
Hartzell Engine Tech named one of 14 Top-Rated Businesses in Alabama
“I am proud to recognize 14 of the best our state has to offer,” said Gov. Kay Ivey.
GA’s voice at EPA hearing on banning 100LL
A senior vice president from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association was GA’s advocate during the EPA hearing, advising the agency that GA supports a move to unleaded avgas, but noting it must be done safely.
Construction begins on engine run-up project at KCPS
The project includes new airfield pavement with jet blast deflectors to perform aircraft maintenance tests that require running engines at high power on the ground for several minutes, which generates a lot of noise. The aircraft maintenance companies that will use the new facility conduct more 500 high-power engine run-up tests a year on general aviation aircraft.
From intern to airport manager
After proving himself during a summer internship, college graduate Colin Smith has been named the new manager of Freeman Municipal Airport in Indiana.
More than 100,000 Young Eagles take the next step in aviation
The concept to provide Sporty’s online courses at no charge for Young Eagles was developed with input from EAA pilots who had been flying Young Eagles.
2022 Public Benefit Flying Awards honors volunteer pilots and more
“Each year, hundreds, even thousands, of pilots and volunteers use their aviation skill to assist others in time of need,” said NAA President Greg Principato. “From responding to disasters, to bringing life-saving treatments to patients, to bringing others to receive the care they need, these pilots and organizations serve their communities well and often without notice.”
Miracle on Runway One-Four
Pilots for Christ Maryland is reaching out to other pilots in the Mid-Atlantic region to help airlift presents for patients receiving care at The Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health.