In North Dakota, it’s possible for some high school students to graduate with both their private pilot certificate and a Part 107 remote (drone) pilot certificate.
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PreFlight Camp Introduces Middle-School Girls to Aviation
The mission of the nonprofit PreFlight Camp is to make girls 11-14 aware of aviation and its career opportunities.
West Virginia Reports Strong Economic Contributions from Aviation Activity
Airports in West Virginia contribute more than $1.6 billion to the state’s economy and support over 10,700 jobs with a payroll of $550 million.
Celebrated Wisconsin Airport Opens New GA Terminal
Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) in Oshkosh, WI, has opened a new, 12,500 square-foot GA terminal that will serve as a modern aerial gateway to the Fox Valley region.
Boca Raton Airport Staff, Tenants Lend a Helping Hand to Those in Need
May 11, 2021 Recently, four staff from the Boca Raton Airport Authority (BRAA) and 11 volunteers from some of the tenants at Boca Raton Airport (BCT) donated their time to Boca Helping Hands, assisting the Palm Beach County, FL organization pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution to those facing food insecurity. Along with working […]
BizAv Groups Should Plan Ahead to Help With Emergency Response
Because business aviation is often on the front line lending a hand in times of need, volunteer pilot groups and other aviation organizations wanting to help out after a disaster or emergency should make themselves known to authorities well before an event happens.
Business Aviation Helps Save Endangered Sea Turtles
Volunteer business aircraft pilots assist in moving endangered sea turtles to warmer waters in coordination with Turtles Fly Too.
Colorado Lawmakers Form State GA Caucus to Advocate for Industry
NBAA applauds Colorado Aviation Business Association leadership and the state legislators for affirming the value of general aviation in the state of Colorado.
Study Demonstrates Aviation is ‘Silent Partner’ in Wyoming’s Economy
Wyoming’s 25 general aviation airports support business travel, cargo operations, aerial spraying, air medical operations and aerial firefighting activities.
Tennessee DOT Study: Aviation Brings Economic Value to Volunteer State
Overall, aviation contributes $40 billion to Tennessee’s economy and makes up 11% of the state’s gross domestic product.