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The group came together with two main objectives: to experience firsthand the complex ecological and social dilemmas facing the Colorado River watershed at an especially pivotal point in history, and to launch a research project to monitor ubiquitous and
Drones & Data: Learning How to Restore a Complex River System with AI

Drones & Data: Learning How to Restore a Complex River System with AI

The group came together with two main objectives: to experience firsthand the complex ecological and social dilemmas facing the Colorado River watershed at an especially pivotal point in history, and to launch a research project to monitor ubiquitous and ...

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When Parker Rollins began his journey to becoming a pilot, he didn’t initially plan on staying in Price, Utah. However, what began as a temporary move to expedite his flight training turned into a transformative experience. Now an alumnus of Utah State Un
Soaring to New Heights: Alumni Parker Rollins Shares His Journey With USU Eastern's Aviation Program

Soaring to New Heights: Alumni Parker Rollins Shares His Journey With USU Eastern's Aviation Program

When Parker Rollins began his journey to becoming a pilot, he didn’t initially plan on staying in Price, Utah. However, what began as a temporary move to expedite his flight training turned into a transformative experience. Now an alumnus of Utah State Un...

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At just 19 years old, Rachel works for the Mosquito Abatement District-Davis. She and a co-worker travel to mosquito-infested regions, using drones to efficiently apply larvicide and prevent mosquito outbreaks. Their work plays a crucial role in ensuring
Drones vs. Mosquitoes: USU Eastern Grad's High-Flying Approach to Agriculture

Drones vs. Mosquitoes: USU Eastern Grad's High-Flying Approach to Agriculture

At just 19 years old, Rachel works for the Mosquito Abatement District-Davis. She and a co-worker travel to mosquito-infested regions, using drones to efficiently apply larvicide and prevent mosquito outbreaks. Their work plays a crucial role in ensuring ...

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Utah State University celebrated the grand opening of its second aviation training facility in northern Utah, welcoming students, faculty and the public to an open house at the Brigham City Regional Airport. The new facility will provide expanded fligh
Utah State University Opens New Aviation Training Facility in Brigham City

Utah State University Opens New Aviation Training Facility in Brigham City

Utah State University celebrated the grand opening of its second aviation training facility in northern Utah, welcoming students, faculty and the public to an open house at the Brigham City Regional Airport. The new facility will provide expanded fligh

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There is something about being a young high school student who gets a spark that leads to a career. Young people often struggle to find themselves in an increasingly complex world with so many options, unlike decades ago when counselors might just shrug w
Young pilots take to the sky to keep crops growing

Young pilots take to the sky to keep crops growing

There is something about being a young high school student who gets a spark that leads to a career. Young people often struggle to find themselves in an increasingly complex world with so many options, unlike decades ago when counselors might just shrug w...

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The groundbreaking ceremony for the Carbon County Aviation Campus was celebrated on the morning of June 5, with Jade Powell of the Southeastern Regional Development Agency (SERDA) welcoming all to the Carbon County Airport.
Groundbreaking Ceremony Ushers in Carbon County Aviation Campus

Groundbreaking Ceremony Ushers in Carbon County Aviation Campus

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Carbon County Aviation Campus was celebrated on the morning of June 5, with Jade Powell of the Southeastern Regional Development Agency (SERDA) welcoming all to the Carbon County Airport.

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A team from Utah State University’s aviation program had an impressive showing at the recent National Aviation Maintenance Competition in Chicago, which included other school teams and industry professionals.
Utah State University Students Excel at National Aviation Maintenance Competition

Utah State University Students Excel at National Aviation Maintenance Competition

A team from Utah State University’s aviation program had an impressive showing at the recent National Aviation Maintenance Competition in Chicago, which included other school teams and industry professionals.

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Nicole Zinger, a 2023 graduate of Utah State University’s aviation management program and current master’s degree student, is one of just two students to be awarded the Jim Morasch/Jerry Olson Memorial.
USU Aviation Alumna and Current Graduate Student Awarded Industry Scholarship

USU Aviation Alumna and Current Graduate Student Awarded Industry Scholarship

Nicole Zinger, a 2023 graduate of Utah State University’s aviation management program and current master’s degree student, is one of just two students to be awarded the Jim Morasch/Jerry Olson Memorial.

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Landing a sleigh on icy rooftops to deliver presents is no small feat, but neither is landing a prop plane full of care boxes on a remote airstrip or dirt road. But since 2019, the volunteer pilots of Backcountry Santa have done just that each year to bri
Aggie Flight Instructors Assist With Backcountry Santa Deliveries

Aggie Flight Instructors Assist With Backcountry Santa Deliveries

Landing a sleigh on icy rooftops to deliver presents is no small feat, but neither is landing a prop plane full of care boxes on a remote airstrip or dirt road. But since 2019, the volunteer pilots of Backcountry Santa have done just that each year to bri...

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Two teams of aviation maintenance students competed at the Intermountain West A&P School Competition, participating in 12 different events such as rigging a helicopter rotor head and installing ignition systems on an engine.
USU Aviation Students Succeed at Regional Competitions

USU Aviation Students Succeed at Regional Competitions

Two teams of aviation maintenance students competed at the Intermountain West A&P School Competition, participating in 12 different events such as rigging a helicopter rotor head and installing ignition systems on an engine.

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The Flying Aggies of Utah State University have been invited to attend the Region 1 SAFECON Safety Competition for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association hosted by the United States Air Force Academy on Oct 6-13th 2023.
Flying Aggies Invited to Attend NIFA Safety Competition

Flying Aggies Invited to Attend NIFA Safety Competition

The Flying Aggies of Utah State University have been invited to attend the Region 1 SAFECON Safety Competition for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association hosted by the United States Air Force Academy on Oct 6-13th 2023.

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Each year, the Utah Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Division honors five individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the state’s aviation industry. This year, two of those award winners are faculty members in Utah State University’s
Utah State's Aviation Faculty Honored With Statewide Awards

Utah State's Aviation Faculty Honored With Statewide Awards

Each year, the Utah Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Division honors five individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the state’s aviation industry. This year, two of those award winners are faculty members in Utah State University’s ...

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Local girls from across Cache Valley may have gotten some inspiration to take flight as a part of Utah State University’s annual Girls in Aviation Day. USU student journalist Noah Giles explores what activities were available for the kids and why USU feel
USU Hosts Activities During Annual Girls in Aviation Day

USU Hosts Activities During Annual Girls in Aviation Day

Local girls from across Cache Valley may have gotten some inspiration to take flight as a part of Utah State University’s annual Girls in Aviation Day. USU student journalist Noah Giles explores what activities were available for the kids and why USU feel...

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A team of five USU students, Braden Kunzler, Ryan Ritchie, Josh Carling, Frank Mattiaccio, and Trace Hadley, attended and competed in the 2022 Aerospace Maintenance Competition in Dallas where they took second place in the electrical wiring and antenna tr
USU Aviation Students Demonstrate their Skills at Aerospace Maintenance Competition

USU Aviation Students Demonstrate their Skills at Aerospace Maintenance Competition

A team of five USU students, Braden Kunzler, Ryan Ritchie, Josh Carling, Frank Mattiaccio, and Trace Hadley, attended and competed in the 2022 Aerospace Maintenance Competition in Dallas where they took second place in the electrical wiring and antenna tr...

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USU's aviation school offers several flight programs, including bachelor's degrees in professional fixed-wing pilot, professional helicopter pilot, and aircraft maintenance management.
USU Ranked Among Top 25 Colleges for Aviation Degrees

USU Ranked Among Top 25 Colleges for Aviation Degrees

USU's aviation school offers several flight programs, including bachelor's degrees in professional fixed-wing pilot, professional helicopter pilot, and aircraft maintenance management.

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USU’s Aviation Technology program is hosting an Aviation Career Conference this week, including a 1 p.m. event Thursday in the Taggart Student Center when Horizon Airlines will announce a partnership with USU, the school agreeing to provide pilots for the
USU Aviation Teams Up With Horizon Air

USU Aviation Teams Up With Horizon Air

USU’s Aviation Technology program is hosting an Aviation Career Conference this week, including a 1 p.m. event Thursday in the Taggart Student Center when Horizon Airlines will announce a partnership with USU, the school agreeing to provide pilots for the...

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Gail Halvorsen, the Utah farm boy who became a hero in post-World War II Europe for fastening candy to handkerchiefs and dropping them from his U.S. Air Force cargo plane to the children of West Berlin, earning him the nickname the “Berlin Candy Bomber,”
Utah’s Gail Halvorsen, the ‘Berlin Candy Bomber,’ dies at 101

Utah’s Gail Halvorsen, the ‘Berlin Candy Bomber,’ dies at 101

Gail Halvorsen, the Utah farm boy who became a hero in post-World War II Europe for fastening candy to handkerchiefs and dropping them from his U.S. Air Force cargo plane to the children of West Berlin, earning him the nickname the “Berlin Candy Bomber,” ...

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Carbon County’s mountain ranges and strong winds kick up from all directions to often challenge the most experienced pilots.
Carbon County Airport Plays Host to National Intercollegiate Competition

Carbon County Airport Plays Host to National Intercollegiate Competition

Carbon County’s mountain ranges and strong winds kick up from all directions to often challenge the most experienced pilots.

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Organized by the Aggie Drone Academy, the USU Eastern Drone Camps offer 40 grade school students three activity-filled days where they learn about drones and the principles of flight.
Local Youth Take to the Skies with USU Eastern Drone Camps

Local Youth Take to the Skies with USU Eastern Drone Camps

Organized by the Aggie Drone Academy, the USU Eastern Drone Camps offer 40 grade school students three activity-filled days where they learn about drones and the principles of flight.

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Representing the career skills taught in Utah State University’s Department of Aviation and Technical Education, three students in the aviation maintenance program won this year’s Intermountain West Airframe and Powerplant School Competition.
Aviation Students Win Intermountain Competition

Aviation Students Win Intermountain Competition

Representing the career skills taught in Utah State University’s Department of Aviation and Technical Education, three students in the aviation maintenance program won this year’s Intermountain West Airframe and Powerplant School Competition.

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Engineering undergrad Kevin Plaizier won $25,000 for designing a drone. He's been an active member of the AggieAir program for over two years and has been flying drones since high school.
Drones at USU

Drones at USU

Engineering undergrad Kevin Plaizier won $25,000 for designing a drone. He's been an active member of the AggieAir program for over two years and has been flying drones since high school.

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Andreas Wesemann, Shawn Barstow and Spencer Whitehead of the USU Eastern aviation team visited the Carbon County Commission during their April 21 meeting for a short presentation.
Carbon County Commission Visited by the USU Eastern Aviation Team

Carbon County Commission Visited by the USU Eastern Aviation Team

Andreas Wesemann, Shawn Barstow and Spencer Whitehead of the USU Eastern aviation team visited the Carbon County Commission during their April 21 meeting for a short presentation.

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Utah State University aviation maintenance students Braxton Thacker and Treston Cullimore were recently honored for their achievements in the state SkillsUSA competition.
Aviation Maintenance Students Take Top Spots in State SkillsUSA Competition

Aviation Maintenance Students Take Top Spots in State SkillsUSA Competition

Utah State University aviation maintenance students Braxton Thacker and Treston Cullimore were recently honored for their achievements in the state SkillsUSA competition.

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The AVTE department was featured on this week's AGGIE TV program.
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Aviation News

The AVTE department was featured on this week's AGGIE TV program.

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Utah State University’s Department of Aviation Technology and Technical Education (AVTE) has added a new bachelor’s degree paths in aviation management with emphasis options in unmanned aerial systems (aka, drones) and in aviation operations.
New Utah State Programs in Aviation Management Focus on Airport Operations and Drones

New Utah State Programs in Aviation Management Focus on Airport Operations and Drones

Utah State University’s Department of Aviation Technology and Technical Education (AVTE) has added a new bachelor’s degree paths in aviation management with emphasis options in unmanned aerial systems (aka, drones) and in aviation operations.

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In case you missed it, on July 1, 2020 a new department was launched at Utah State University; the Department of Aviation and Technical Education.
Department of Aviation and Technical Education Impacts CTE Programs

Department of Aviation and Technical Education Impacts CTE Programs

In case you missed it, on July 1, 2020 a new department was launched at Utah State University; the Department of Aviation and Technical Education.

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Students will train in R22 Beta II, R44 Raven II, and a flight training simulator. Possible career paths could include scenic tours, EMS, aerial firefighting, wildlife study, and more.
Become a Helicopter Pilot at USU

Become a Helicopter Pilot at USU

Students will train in R22 Beta II, R44 Raven II, and a flight training simulator. Possible career paths could include scenic tours, EMS, aerial firefighting, wildlife study, and more.

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4-H Cache Makers and the Utah State University Women in Aviation Society are teaching science, technology, engineering and math in aviation to young girls as part of a program to spark their interest in flying aircraft.
Teens, preteens copilot planes as Girls Aviation Program wraps up

Teens, preteens copilot planes as Girls Aviation Program wraps up

4-H Cache Makers and the Utah State University Women in Aviation Society are teaching science, technology, engineering and math in aviation to young girls as part of a program to spark their interest in flying aircraft.

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Better known as "Professor Baron" in the Aviation Technology program, Wesemann has been teaching in USU's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences since January 2015.
Aviation Professor Wesemann Receives Annual Teaching Award

Aviation Professor Wesemann Receives Annual Teaching Award

Better known as "Professor Baron" in the Aviation Technology program, Wesemann has been teaching in USU's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences since January 2015.

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To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the aviation technology program at Utah State University, the newly formed Cache County Aviation Association is hosting Cache Air Fest ’19, June 28-29.
Cache Air Fest '19 Will Celebrate 80 Years of Aviation at USU

Cache Air Fest '19 Will Celebrate 80 Years of Aviation at USU

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the aviation technology program at Utah State University, the newly formed Cache County Aviation Association is hosting Cache Air Fest ’19, June 28-29.

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The aviation program at Utah State University has extended to the Price campus of USU Eastern, allowing for more students at the new location. Classes begin fall of 2019.
USU Aviation Coming to Price Campus

USU Aviation Coming to Price Campus

The aviation program at Utah State University has extended to the Price campus of USU Eastern, allowing for more students at the new location. Classes begin fall of 2019.

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The Utah State University aviation program is partnering with SkyWest Airlines to open new pathways into the aviation industry. Students will have access to mentorships and a $15,000 tuition reimbursement after the initial operating training.
USU and SkyWest announce New Career Pathway Program

USU and SkyWest announce New Career Pathway Program

The Utah State University aviation program is partnering with SkyWest Airlines to open new pathways into the aviation industry. Students will have access to mentorships and a $15,000 tuition reimbursement after the initial operating training.