Amanda Towner
Amanda Towner writes news articles for the Halldale Group’s website as well as CAT and MST Magazines. She studied English and Creative Writing at Stetson University, where she became a Sullivan Scholar for her work. Her writing covers several topics including journalism and storytelling, and is featured in several publications.
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VT MAK is continuing its virtual Lunch with MAK this week via zoom at noon EDT. On Tuesday, May 12, Danny Williams and Dan Brockway explore the modularity of MAK ONE Architecture. Attendees can learn about the core engines that enable VR-Forces, VR-Engage, and VR-Vantage to create interactive simulation... 11 May 2020
Before these adverse times hit our world economies and daily lives, one of I Hart Flying Foundation’s largest partners, Go Rentals, elevated their partnership which established the organization’s first themed scholarship opportunity for 2020: “Go Fuel Your Passion” for women. Image credit: CAE “This is about sharing good will,... 11 May 2020
Avenger Flight Group (AFG) has committed $7,000 a week to the Feeding South Florida (FSF) food bank until the Coronavirus crisis is defeated. The move comes as the demand for the most basic needs of residents continues to grow over the current COVID-19 crisis. AFG was driven to FSF... 11 May 2020
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has created an Unmanned Aircraft Systems Collegiate Training Initiative (UAS-CTI) to address the Section 631 requirement of the FAA 2018 Reauthorization Act. The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Collegiate Training Initiative (UAS-CTI), is designed for universities, colleges, and technical schools by the FAA to recognize institutions... 6 May 2020
United Airlines is teaming up with Listos California – a campaign by the Governor's Office of Emergency Services that helps vulnerable Californians prepare for disasters – to help address the significant health risks faced by older state residents isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 300 of the company's employees... 6 May 2020
The next VR/AR Association Webinar will be presented on May 12th at 1pm EST, hosted by the Central Florida Chapter and the Aerospace Committee. The use of mixed reality in enterprise and government is growing rapidly as new technologies, such as the Hololens 2, and improved software tools have... 6 May 2020
Charles River Analytics Inc. has received funding from the U.S. Army to develop the Operational Representations and Interactive Overlay Environment (ORION). ORION combines data visualizations with collaboration tools to help Tactical Commanders explore battlespace information in a flexible and real-time system. Tactical Commanders must successfully manage dynamic, time-sensitive battlefield... 6 May 2020
The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) H-53 Heavy Lift Helicopters program office (PMA-261) took delivery of the first training device for the CH-53K King Stallion helicopter on April 14, 2020. The Containerized Flight Training Device (CFTD) is housed at U.S. Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River, Jacksonville, North... 6 May 2020
Bohemia Interactive Simulations’ training team is heading into its fourth week of the VBS3 Webinar Series, which provides best practices on how to use the vast features and capabilities of VBS3. Image credit: BISim BISim has created different sessions to cater to customers in time zones across the globe: ... 6 May 2020
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has published a state-by-state resource to help alleviate some of the burdensome research pilots might be forced to do to understand if they can continue flying in their state. Many pilots have been grounded and are unsure of how to navigate the... 5 May 2020
