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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During this time of continued Air Force Innovation, the T-7A Test Team of the Air Force’s new pilot trainer, the T-7A Red Hawk, has developed innovative ways to maintain the Air Force Test Center’s level of excellence in support of the T-7A Test Program. The T-7A Test Team executed... 12 May 2020
Epic Games’ Unreal Engine has been integrated with Red 6’s flight training system ATARS (Airborne Tactical Augmented Reality System). Image credit: Red 6 ATARS is a wide field-of-view, full color outdoor augmented reality solution that works in dynamic outdoor environments. ATARS allows virtual and constructive assets into the real-world... 12 May 2020
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
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