Karen Hong has been named president and CEO of Continental Aerospace Technologies.
Briefings
International Aerobatics Day slated for June 25
A day celebrating the skill, beauty, and excitement of aerobatics will expand this year, as the International Aerobatic Club (IAC) goes global with International Aerobatics Day on Saturday, June 25, 2022.
Redbird flight training conference migrates to Oshkosh
The 2023 Redbird Migration flight training conference will be held at the EAA Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with its new 15,000-square-foot Pilot Proficiency Center.
99s Museum expands
The museum, which is adding 5,000 square feet, will be open to visitors during its remodeling.
New hot spot symbols introduced
The new hot spot symbols and more will be introduced during a March 16 live broadcast of the National Association of Flight Instructor’s MentorLive.
SocialFlight launches free FAA learning system
Developed in collaboration with the FAA Safety Team, the new system provides on-demand, accredited video education for pilots, A&P/IAs and other FAA-certificated Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) at no cost to course participants.
2022 Helicopter Expo puts pandemic in the past
The 2022 Helicopter Association International (HAI) HELI-EXPO wrapped up March 10 after four days that brought more than 13,000 people from 72 countries to Dallas.
Applications open for GlobalAir.com scholarships
Deadline to apply is Aug. 15, 2022. Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to college students pursuing a career in aviation.
Pilots urged to support Florida tax reform
“If Florida eliminates the sales and use tax for aircraft as proposed in these bills, it would be more competitive with its neighbors, increasing general aviation activity and boosting the industry’s economic impact,” said Scott O’Brien, NBAA senior director, public policy and advocacy. “Aircraft owners would also visit more frequently without fearing a significant sales or use tax burden, which would provide more revenue for the state.”