The San Diego Air & Space Museum’s mission statement is to inspire young people to tackle the challenges of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics academic disciplines and to make a difference in the world through an innovative, adventurous spirit. To further this goal, the museum and Convair Alumni Association has selected 12 students to receive a […]
Education
AeroCamps take off
Coast to coast, for the fifth year in a row, kids between the ages of 12-18 will be flocking to local AeroCamps for the chance to explore aviation and aerospace this summer. AeroCamp is a day camp program hosted by members of the Flight School Association of North America (FSANA). AeroCampers can look forward to a […]
AirVenture tempts teachers with freebies
You don’t have to be a pilot or an aircraft mechanic to enjoy the largest general aviation gathering in North America. To prove that point, Build A Plane, in partnership with AirVenture, is offering teachers a very special perk for attending the festivities on Tuesday, July 28, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. For the fifth year, they […]
Gulfstream donates G100 to Savannah Tech
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. recently donated a Gulfstream G100 aircraft and several other items to Savannah Technical College. The aircraft, which was retired from the company fleet in May 2013, will be used as a training tool in the college’s aviation programs. “We are proud to contribute to the growth of Savannah Tech […]
Pegasus Elite Aviation donates engine to school
VAN NUYS, Calif. — Students at the Los Angeles Unified School District’s North Valley Occupational Center – Aviation (NVOC – Aviation) have a new tool to gain insight into the functioning of turbine engines, thanks to a donation of a Rolls-Royce Spey Engine – valued at $120,000 – by Pegasus Elite Aviation. Pegasus Elite Aviation, an […]
What kind of pilot runs out of gas?
Avemco Insurance Co. Vice President Mike Adams will present “What Kind of Pilot Runs Out of Gas?” at the Rochester, N.Y., Safety Stand Down Saturday, June 14. Adams will illustrate how a flight’s fuel looks right, until it isn’t. The course content has been approved for the FAASTeam Pilot Proficiency Program (commonly known as WINGS) and […]
FlightSafety to build new learning center in Columbus, Ohio
FlightSafety International will build a new Learning Center in Columbus, Ohio. “FlightSafety is proud to have been a member of the Columbus community since 1999,” said Bruce Whitman, President & CEO. “Investing in this new Learning Center demonstrates FlightSafety’s commitment to provide customers and teammates with efficient, comfortable and conveniently located facilities. Every aspect is […]
Clay Lacy donates business jets to LA aviation school
VAN NUYS, Calif. — Veteran pilot and business aviation pioneer Clay Lacy has donated two retired corporate jets — a Learjet 24 and Gulfstream GIISP — to an aircraft mechanics school at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Operated by the Los Angeles Unified School District’s North Valley Occupational Center-Aviation (NVOC-Aviation), the adult education program has prepared individuals for […]
Clay Lacy donates jets to LA school
Veteran pilot and business aviation pioneer Clay Lacy will donate two iconic business jets, a non-flying Learjet 24 and Gulfstream GIISP, June 5 to an aircraft mechanics school at Van Nuys Airport, marking the largest single gift in the adult education program’s history. Operated by the Los Angeles Unified School District, the North Valley Occupational […]