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New scholarship program takes flight
Each year, the new scholarship program will award six $5,000 scholarships across three categories: Two for learning to fly or advanced pilot ratings; two for aviation technicians; and two for continuing education.
See your plane in 3D
To celebrate its 25th anniversary Scheme Designers is inviting past customers to submit photos of their aircraft. One owner will win a 3D rendering of their aircraft.
Things are looking up for business aviation post-pandemic
“Despite the ongoing challenges presented by the pandemic, flight hours have recovered and grown beyond pre-pandemic levels. The overall health of the business jet market is strong, and growth is expected to continue.”
Minnesota teacher named Aerospace Educator of the Year
Caroline Little’s nomination was accepted unanimously by the National Aviation Hall of Fame.
FAA Airplane Flying Handbook updated
The handbook, which provides information and guidance on the procedures and maneuvers required for pilot certification, was last updated in 2016.
GA accidents down, but fewer flying hours nudge accident rate up
While the number of general aviation accidents was down in 2019, fewer flying hours resulted in a higher total accident rate.
FAA ready for NBAA traffic
FAA officials anticipate “hundreds of additional takeoffs and landings” as well as an increase in aircraft parked at Las Vegas-area airports as the National Business Aviation Association convention kicks off Oct. 12.
ATP opens new flight school at KGKY
The new flight training center at Arlington Municipal Airport will be ATP Flight School’s largest in Texas.