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Texas Cadet is First Graduate Of CAP's New Cadet Wings Program

Emma Herrington Has A Passion For Flying

Emma Herrington became the first Civil Air Patrol cadet to earn her private pilot’s certificate through the new Cadet Wings program January 24. The Cadet Wings Program is part of the organization’s Youth Aviation Initiative, funded by the Air Force.

SSL Terminates Participation In DARPA's Robotic Satellite Servicing Program

Company Says It Could Not Find 'An Economically Viable Path' To Meet Return Criteria

Maxar Technologies company SSL has exercised its right to terminate participation in the Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites (RSGS) program, a public-private partnership with the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), citing a need to focus its resources on ensuring optimal returns when weighed against other capital priorities, such as WorldView Legion. SSL remains unwavering in its commitment to its customers on all existing contracts.

NATA Partners With CrewID To Integrate Their Safety1st Training Program

Program Is Focused On Providing Standardized Training And Support For The General Aviation Industry

Last week, an agreement was made between the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and CrewID to integrate NATA’s Safety1st Training Program into CrewID’s Global Credentialing System. This integration will provide Safety1st participants online access to real-time eBadges that manage and verifies their Safety1st training credentials, status and company position.

FlightSafety International Promotes Dann Runik To SVP, Operations

Assumes Operations Responsibility From Daniel MacLellan

FlightSafety International has promoted Dann Runik to Senior vice president, Operations. He assumes responsibility for operations at FlightSafety’s worldwide network of Learning Centers from Daniel MacLellan, who will now jointly lead a company-wide transformation team as Senior vice president.

Avfuel Brands Turks And Caicos FBO: Blue Heron Aviation

Can Accommodate Aircraft As Large As A Boeing 757-200

Avfuel welcomes Blue Heron Aviation (MBPV) to its branded network of independent FBOs, offering operators a gateway to paradise with the benefit of Avfuel programs, including Avfuel Contract Fuel and AVTRIP rewards.

The 79th RQS Named Top Rescue Squadron Of 2018

Recognized By The 'That Others May Live Foundation'

For the first time in its history, the 79th Rescue Squadron earned the That Others May Live Foundation Rescue Squadron of the Year Award in 2018.

Interjet Airlines And Air Canada Announce Bilateral Interline Agreement

Will Provide Air Canada Passengers Flying To Mexico Convenient Connections To Interjet’s 32 Destinations There

Interjet Airlines has entered into a new interline agreement with Air Canada providing customers convenient connections between the networks of Air Canada and Interjet Airlines.

Aero-News: Quote of the Day (02.02.19)

“Flying is a sensation unlike anything else I’ve ever experienced — I love every aspect, from rotation to the chirp of the tires on the pavement.” Source: Emma Herrington, who became the first Civil Air Patrol cadet to earn her private pilot’s certificate through the new CAP Cadet Wings program.

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (02.02.19): Clearway

An area beyond the takeoff runway under the control of airport authorities within which terrain or fixed obstacles may not extend above specified limits.

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (02.02.19)

The Jolly Green Association

The Jolly Green Association (JGA), a non-profit U.S. Air Force veterans’ organization, was established in 1969. The term “Jolly Green Giant” was the nickname of the HH-3E Sikorsky helicopter, and its successor the HH-53 “Super Jolly Green Giant,” flown to rescue downed airmen in Southeast Asia.