Robert Moorman is a writer who began his aviation writing career in 1984 with Professional Pilot magazine. His experience covers various segments of the civil and military aviation industry, including commercial air transport, business aviation, military, maintenance and technology. He covers both fixed and rotary wing industries. He writes aviation training articles for CAT and MS&T magazines plus he contributes features and editorials to several other aviation publications from his office in Alexandria, Virginia.

Future Home of F-35 Training Center Determined

U.S. Military Monitoring 5G Developments

January 26, 2022

Robert Moorman

Like its civilian counterparts, the US Defense Department is also concerned about 5G deployment in the US on aircraft. DoD Spokesman Russ Goemaere provided some insight to MS&T.

The Ongoing Saga of 5G and US Aviation

January 24, 2022

Robert Moorman

The stuttering US deployment of 5G wireless telecommunications has created consternation among airlines.

Opportunity in Crisis - I

October 23, 2021

Robert Moorman

While the air transport industry continues to struggle through the revenue-draining pandemic, low-cost start-up airlines forge ahead with plans to fill the void with point-to-point commercial airline service in North America.

FAA-NTSB Court Cases Threaten Training Sector Stall

July 19, 2021

Robert Moorman

With the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture 2021 about to takeoff in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, a battle continues to rage between owners of limited-category aircraft and the FAA. Robert W. Moorman explains.

Pay to Fly PREMIUM

May 10, 2021

Robert Moorman

Robert W. Moorman explores the challenges prospective professional pilots face in paying for the ever-increasing cost of flight training.

Strike Up the Bands

March 9, 2021

Robert Moorman

They may not fly fighter aircraft or lead a battalion into battle, but military bands are an integral part of all American service branches. Robert W. Moorman reports on these musical ambassadors.

Delta Tech Ops AMT Requirements

January 25, 2021

Robert Moorman

Robert W. Moorman continues his exploration of the dramatic changes in AMT training methodologies and regulations by talking to Delta Tech Ops. A spokesperson for the company, the MRO division of Delta Air Lines, headquartered at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, provided these responses to CAT.

New Part 147 Training Era, Finally

January 25, 2021

Robert Moorman

The basic requirements to become a licensed aircraft maintenance technician (AMT) haven’t changed much over the years. Until now. Robert W. Moorman explores The basic requirements to become a licensed aircraft maintenance technician (AMT) haven’t changed much over the years. Until now. Robert W. Moorman explores dramatic changes in AMT training methodologies and regulations.

An AMT View from Europe

January 25, 2021

Robert Moorman

Lufthansa Technical Training has for years been a leader in training aircraft maintenance technicians to work for Lufthansa Technik, the MRO division of Lufthansa, and other airlines. CAT’s Robert W. Moorman interviewed Harald Schween, Head of Sales, Key Account Management and Marketing at LTT.

Moving on Up - Advanced Education for Senior Military Leaders

December 15, 2020

Robert Moorman

Robert W. Moorman explores the importance of advanced education to help US senior military officers become better leaders and strategic thinkers.

A New WATS For A New Age

The World Aviation Training Summit, the largest and most comprehensive safety training event of 2022, will feature special bonus sessions dedicated to Emerging Technologies.

Community Recovery Pays Off... Now For 2022

Halldale President and CEO Andy Smith picks the positives on another year the simulation training community will be happy to forget and looks forward to 2022 and some growth for the industry.

MS&T Awards Winners Finally Get Their Prize

The long-awaited return to live conferences has allowed us to finally present our deserved 2020 Military Simulation and Training Magazine Award winners with their prizes.