Building Time in the African Bush
New commercial pilots face the challenge of acquiring the necessary experience they need to advance their flying careers. Ryan Gaddis took the road less traveled, moving to Namibia to build his flight hours by flying the bush.
Athens, Georgia Wins Flights to Nashville Courtesy of Uncle Sam
The Essential Air Service program has awarded a $1.5 million annual contract to SeaPort Airlines to fly between Athens and Nashville.
Today in Aviation History: February 23rd
A B-2 stealth bomber crashes in Guam, a fire breaks out aboard the Mir space station, the first experimental coast-to-coast airmail flight, and more...
Southwest Carries Most Passengers During 2009 Industry Downturn
In the midst of a 5.3% industry-wide decline in passengers, Southwest Airlines retained its crown as the nation's biggest carrier in 2009. American finished second overall while carrying the most international passengers.
Rise of the Independence at Space Center Houston
As hundreds of onlookers watched, the 171,860 pound (86 ton) space shuttle Independence replica gently rose off its mobile transporter and onto the the NASA905 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft.