Remote Learning Adds Flexibility, Certifications to Young Pilots' Resumes

Epic Flight Academy has partnered with online university Purdue Global to offer a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or Professional Flight through their Global Aviation Program. The move allows flight training students to simultaneously work on a foundation for their later flight career, adding expertise in the industry and checking the 4-year degree box on a number of legacy carrier's pilot applications. Participants of both Purdue and Epic Flight Academy courses can "save up to $28,400 in tuition and complete the degree online in 2 to 3 years," according to the program writeup.

Companion Piece to ASA Textbook Free of Charge

An accompanying workbook for a recent ASA publication is now available free of charge. The Pilots In Command Student Workbook can now be had as a PDF for use in teaching from "Pilots In Command: Your Best Trip, Every Trip". The publication should help those teaching the next generation of PICs as they hone their nascent skills and CRM capabilities outside and inside the flight deck.

Trophy to Be Granted for Work in Supporting Aviation Supply Chain

Senator Jerry Moran will be given the 2023 Wichita Aero Club Trophy in recognition of both his contemporaneous accomplishments as well as a lifetime of achievement. "Senator Moran works tirelessly on behalf of the Wichita region’s aviation industry. He has increased opportunities for our local suppliers by hosting industry leaders such as Blue Origin, United Launch Alliance, SpaceX, and Lockheed Martin Space. He continues to support our community’s successful attempts to secure large federal grants and has brought key members of the Federal Cabinet to Wichita, including the Secretary of Commerce, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the NASA Administr