For the third year in a row, Oklahoma has maintained its top spot in the country with 116 schools scheduled to begin teaching the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s “You Can Fly” high school curriculum for the 2024-2025 school year.
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Historic aviation photo collection unveiled at Wisconsin museum
The collection includes photographs of both rare and common aircraft, civilian and military, experimentals, and one-of-a-kinds, plus candid moments that highlight Leo Kohn’s dedication and passion for documenting aviation history, according to officials at the Kelch Aviation Museum.
Hartzell Propeller launches Core Purchase Program
Under the new program, customers can reduce the price of a new or used Hartzell propeller by selling their existing propeller of any general aviation aircraft make or model.
M700 Fury achieves FIKI certification
Piper Aircraft has received Flight into Known Icing (FIKI) certification from the FAA for its new flagship aircraft, the M700 Fury.
Kirby Chambliss to receive 2024 Bill Barber Award for Showmanship
Air show performer, aerobatic champion, and Red Bull Air Race winner Kirby Chambliss is the recipient of the air show industry’s top prize.
New Midwest dealer for CubCrafters
Omaha Aircraft Sales will manage new, used, and kit aircraft sales for CubCrafters in North and South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, and parts of Illinois.
First Tecnam P-Mentors delivered to US flight school
One month after receiving FAA Type Certification, the first Tecnam P-Mentors have been delivered to a flight school in Texas.
Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight returns to Oshkosh
One of the most emotional and poignant moments of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh each year will return in 2024 as 100 Vietnam War vets will take a Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight to Washington, D.C., on July 26 as part of AirVenture’s annual salute to veterans.
New name for MRO Insider as it expands
MRO Insider, a technology platform designed to connect aircraft owners with a broad range of services, is expanding its offerings beyond aircraft maintenance. With the expansion comes a new name: Alpha Wingman.