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08/10/2026

✈️ The Fall 2026 issue of AviNation Magazine is here!

Every aviation journey starts somewhere—a first flight, an inspiring mentor, or discovering a career you never knew existed.

Inside this issue:
🔧 High school pathways to becoming an FAA-certified A&P mechanic
🏙️ Youth aviation and career possibilities in Chicago
🛫 A 19-year-old student pilot finding his future at Riverside Flight Center
💭 “The Hardest Part Isn’t Learning to Fly”
🎂 “A Golden Birthday in the Air”

Meet the people and programs helping the next generation find their place in aviation.

Read the digital issue:
https://www.avinationusa.com/issue/2026-fall-issue/

Share it with a student, educator, mentor, or aviation friend who could use a little inspiration!

Inspire. Connect. Soar.

06/10/2026

To serve clients nationwide, social media is essential. I can't stress this enough: you need to be using it. While it can be negative, think of it as outreach. It's the most valuable tool available.

05/10/2026

Attending aviation career events like the NBAA convention is crucial for securing your first pilot job. Build your network before you're ready to apply—opportunities often come to those who are already known.

04/10/2026

Did you know there are over 59,000 corporate pilots in the US? The aviation industry needs nearly 33,000 new pilots in the next decade. This massive workforce crisis presents an incredible opportunity for anyone looking to start a career in aviation. You can choose your path!

03/10/2026

Think flying jobs are limited to airline pilots? Think again! Discover the exciting world of contract piloting and its many unique benefits. It's a career path many overlook.

02/10/2026

As a contract pilot, once your client base is solid, the real money is in the aircraft you fly. Even a single-engine piston aircraft can earn you $500 to $750 per day. Consistent work opens up significant earning potential.

Aviation Start Episode 4 Breaks Down How Contract Pilots Build $50,000 Months
02/10/2026

Aviation Start Episode 4 Breaks Down How Contract Pilots Build $50,000 Months

29/09/2026

Most people see airshows as just a spectator sport. But for some, it's a legitimate business and their livelihood. The key to funding these massive operations? Sponsors and partners. Without them, the airshow business remains just a hobby.

27/09/2026

Many think flying the plane is the main task, but it's actually the smallest part of what pilots do. The crew chief handles crucial maintenance and care, ensuring everything is ready.

Watch Aerobatic Pilot & Red Bull Air Racer’s full interview on FLYING Magazine’s Channel.

25/09/2026

Winning nationals felt like the peak. Then I hit the ICAS convention in Vegas. Walking in, I knew no one and nothing. It was a stark reminder: there's always another mountain to climb.

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