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Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Thrust Flight Launches Phoenix Flight School Amid Soaring Demand for Airline Pilots
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Thrust Flight, a premier U.S. aviation training partner known for its Zero Time to Airline® program, officially opened its newest flight school at Falcon Field Airport in Mesa, Arizona, responding to a surge in demand for professional pilots across the Southwest. Marking its fourth location and first outside of Texas, Thrust Flight is expanding its proven model of accelerated, professional pilot training into one of the most aviation-friendly regions in the country. Classes are enrolling now, with the first cohort beginning August 25. 'Opening a campus in the Phoenix area allows us to continue to address the aviation industry's growing demand for qualified pilots,' said Patrick Arnzen, CEO and Founder of Thrust Flight. 'Our goal is to empower students to launch long-term aviation careers without wasting time or resources. With expanding Thrust Flight into Arizona, we're strategically positioned to develop the next generation of pilots and meet critical industry needs.' A Faster Path to the Cockpit Thrust Flight Phoenix offers the full Zero Time to Airline® curriculum, an accelerated FAA-approved Part 141 training program, designed to take students from no flight experience to certified flight instructors in as little as nine months. With additional time spent instructing, graduates can meet airline hiring minimums in just over a year. Unlike traditional programs, Thrust Flight students benefit from Examining Authority, allowing for the bypass of lengthy wait times, potentially shaving up to 18 weeks off training. First attempt exam and checkride fees are included in tuition, and full financing is available, offering students a more streamlined and transparent training path. 'Thrust Flight's program was designed with real people in mind, like mid-career transitioners, college alternatives and those who can't afford to sit on long waitlists,' said Arnzen. 'We give our students structure, support and clear expectations so they can succeed in not just training, but also throughout their fulfilling aviation careers.' Premium Experience, Launchpad for Careers Students at the Mesa campus will train on a fleet of Piper Archer TX aircraft, equipped with Garmin G1000 avionic and air conditioning – a critical necessity for Arizona heat. Multi-engine students will fly with Thrust Flight's Piper Seminole aircraft, providing preparation for similar aircraft used by regional airlines. Beyond the fleet, the facility offers comfortable classrooms, briefing rooms and access to unmatched mentorship. Students also benefit from Thrust Flight's career partnerships with major regional airlines, including SkyWest Airlines, Envoy Air, Republic Airways, Spirit Airlines, Air Wisconsin and Avelo Airlines, offering a competitive edge when applying for airline roles. Thrust Flight's Growing National Footprint With established campuses in Addison, Conroe and Denison, Texas, and now Mesa, Arizona, Thrust Flight is rapidly solidifying its position as a premier destination for aspiring aviation professionals. This latest expansion builds on the momentum of two recent program launches: a new Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic School in Conroe and FAA-approved Aircraft Dispatcher courses in both Addison and Denison. 'Our recent developments are just the beginning,' said Arnzen. 'At Thrust Flight we're building more than just a flight school; we're building an aviation training network that meets students where they are and takes them to where they want to go. We will continue to grow, innovate and shape the aviation industry, ensuring we meet the evolving demands of tomorrow's pilots and airlines.' About Thrust Flight Thrust Flight is a nationally recognized aviation training provider with locations across Texas. Over the past 15 years, the company has trained thousands of pilots through its flagship Zero Time to Airline® program, preparing them to fly for commercial airlines around the globe. Today, Thrust Flight offers a full suite of FAA-approved programs for pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians, and flight dispatchers, supporting every stage of the aviation career journey. Learn more at and
USA Today
01-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Brooklyn Nets jersey history No. 12 - Bob Arnzen (1969-70)
Brooklyn Nets jersey history No. 12 - Bob Arnzen (1969-70) The Brooklyn Nets have 52 jersey numbers worn by over 600 different players over the course of their history since the franchise was founded in 1967 as a charter member of the American Basketball Association (ABA), when the team was known as the "New Jersey Americans". Since then, that league has been absorbed by the NBA with the team that would later become the New York Nets and New Jersey Nets before settling on the name by which they are known today, bringing their rich player and jersey history with them to the league of today. To commemorate the players who played for the Nets over the decades wearing those 52 different jersey numbers, Nets Wire is covering the entire history of the franchise's jersey numbers and the players who sported them since the founding of the team. The 14th of those 52 different numbers is jersey No. 12 which has has had a total of 15 players wear the number in the history of the team. The first of those players wearing No. 12 played in the (then) New York (now, Brooklyn) Nets era, forward alum Bob Arnzen. After ending his college career at Notre Dame, Arnzen was picked up with the 103rd overall selection (there were many more rounds in that era of the draft) of the 1969 NBA draft by the Detroit Pistons. The Covington, Kentucky native would play the first season of his pro career with New York, however, electing to sign with the ABA team instead. His stay with the team would span just 13 games, ending when he signed with the (then) Cincinnati Royals (now, Sacramento Kings) in 1970. During his time suiting up for the Nets, Arnzen wore only jersey No. 12 and put up 3.1 points and 1.7 rebounds per game.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
People affected by California's catastrophic fires face a universally devastating question: 'Chances ... will keep rising'
Wildfires in California forced the evacuation of nearly 200,000 residents in the southern part of the state in January. Those who lost their homes to the flames now face some tough questions. Just over a month into 2025, and California has already seen several major wildfires. Over 300 wildfires have burned a combined nearly 58 thousand acres through the first few days of February. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection reports at least 29 fatalities from these fires pending coroner confirmation. The Eaton fire started on January 7 and charred over 14,000 acres before it was finally completely contained by the end of the month. Residents who lost their homes in Altadena, located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, have some tough decisions to make. Nic Amzen was one of several victims whose homes were destroyed by the Eaton fire. "Those displaced like Arnzen face a pressing question: What do we do now?" noted CNN. "Stay and rebuild homes and lives, hoping disaster won't strike again, even as wildfire risk grows, or leave for somewhere perceived as safer?" A Climate Central study revealed Southern California's wildfires were made worse by our warming world. "Climate change is playing a role in the increase of fire weather in the West, where more days of dry, warm, windy weather are amplifying the risks of wildfires spreading rapidly," according to Kaitlyn Trudeau, senior research associate for climate science at Climate Central. "As our climate warms, the chances of intense, fast-growing fires like the ones Californians are facing today will keep rising." Nic Amzen and thousands like him across Southern California now have to wrestle with several factors to decide whether to rebuild in the town they once had a home in or move elsewhere. An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll found that two-thirds of Americans say they would rather rebuild than relocate if an extreme weather event hit their home. Those who choose to rebuild will most likely now have to pay more for homeowner's insurance, if they can get it at all. An analysis recently revealed that southeast Houston homeowners are facing soaring insurance costs. Residents pay three times the national average and 60% more than the state average for fire, hazard, and flood insurance. The rising insurance costs aren't confined to the Lone Star State. Experts warn that skyrocketing insurance costs are coming for many, and the world's climate crisis is to blame. Our overheating planet is supercharging extreme events around the world, such as typhoons in the Philippines, flooding in southeastern Spain, and the increased likelihood of the Los Angeles area's wildfire disaster this year. What would you do if natural disasters were threatening your home? Move somewhere else Reinforce my home Nothing This is happening already Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. It will take a massive shift away from dirty energy sources that are raising Earth's temperature toward safe, renewable energy options. Modernizing our homes by buying high-efficiency electric appliances like heat pumps and induction stoves are some ways we can all help. Using our voices to raise awareness among our family and friends about climate issues is another way to fight for our planet's future. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
