From helping to start The Southern Aviator to his decades of work at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Mike Collins was a true professional who went above and beyond to help the aviation industry flourish.
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Colorado lawmakers form State GA Caucus
The new General Aviation Caucus was formed to educate legislators about the importance of general aviation to Colorado.
Pandemic hit FBOs hard, analysts predict ‘very slow recovery’
Nearly 70% of FBOs in the U.S. and Canada suffered a decrease in fuel sales during 2020 due to the pandemic, according to a new survey.
ATP doubles capacity at KCRG
The Jacksonville Executive training center is one of the busiest in ATP’s nationwide network of more than 50 locations, with students at Jacksonville flying over 10,000 hours in 2020, according to company officials.
Blue Angels to debut new jets at SUN ‘n FUN
The Blue Angels first public performance in the new F/A-18E Super Hornets will be at SUN ‘n FUN 2021.
Researchers seek insight from general aviation pilots
The survey asks about “any software you might currently use for maintenance tracking and air-readiness and what developments you might like to see in those areas.”
Wings of Honor to celebrate Fargo museum’s 20th anniversary
The fundraiser will feature the F4U Corsair, as well as a dinner, speakers and silent auction.
Pandemic hits airplane deliveries in 2020
General aviation took a hit in 2020 due to the pandemic, with billing and deliveries down, but GA officials are confident recovery is on the way.
Banyan Air Service Inspector receives Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award
The award acknowledges 50 years of 50 years of civil and/or military maintenance experience with no violations.