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ASU Commercial Aviation Program introduces helicopter pilot degree track
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) —Angelo State Universities Commercial Aviation Program is reaching new heights. Starting this fall semester, the Commercial Aviation Program will offer a helicopter pilot degree track. Scott Turner is the program director. ''Commercial aviation flight operations helicopter and aviation air traffic control operations so obviously for helicopter people who want to become pilots for EMS law enforcement or something like that and then for air traffic operations…people who want to be air traffic controllers and that sort of thing,' Turner said. With the addition of this degree track, Turner said ASU is now one of the few universities nationwide to offer a degree for both helicopter and fixed wing pilots. Even fewer universities offer air traffic control and aviation administration. He says this new degree track is being offered to help meet a growing industry demand. 'There is always a need for that type of service-based pilot career path. It just kind of fit naturally with what we are already teaching,' Turner said. One aspect of this program is the importance of hands-on training for the students. ''We want them to be able to fly as soon as possible I mean if you are coming in to get a degree and you want to fly an aircraft you don't want to wait two years before you do it ,so we don't do things like get a bunch of core classes knocked out before you get to do the thing that you want to do…we recognize that as a need of the student,' Turner said. Currently the Commercial Aviation Program has about 175 students with applications still open for the remaining seats in the program. Turner said they hope to add around 100 more students. 'We still have some seats available, so I would encourage people if that is what they are wanting to do and look at that as a career apply to ASU as soon as you can let's get admitted let's get accepted into the program and let's go fly,' Turner said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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U.S. HUD Secretary views Opportunity Zones, partnering with Rep. Kelly for legislation
Opportunity Zones have become a significant tool for economic development in financially distressed areas across the United States, with Erie, Pennsylvania, emerging as a leader in this initiative. Introduced in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Opportunity Zones provide capital gains tax incentives to investors who support projects in economically disadvantaged regions. Erie has attracted nearly $400 million in investments, showcasing its success as a model city for this program. Erie Co. Veteran Memorial Park construction will soon be complete U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner highlighted Erie's community spirit as a key factor in its success, stating, 'Whenever you talk to the people of Erie, there's always a spirit of team.' U.S. Representative Mike Kelly emphasized the program's potential to create jobs and lift communities out of poverty, saying, 'This is going to create job after job after job which will create revenue that lift our communities out of the poverty that we're in.' Secretary Turner and Representative Kelly visited Erie to assess the progress of Opportunity Zone projects, touring sites like the 12th Street Corridor, Renaissance Center and Frontier Park. Secretary Turner emphasized the potential of Opportunity Zones to foster innovation and skill development, contributing to economic growth in distressed areas. PennDOT planning to demolish Girard bridge over I-90 Congress is considering extending and expanding Opportunity Zone legislation, which could further enhance its impact on communities like Erie. As Erie continues to lead in Opportunity Zone development, the city exemplifies how strategic investment can drive economic growth and community revitalization. All facts in this report were gathered by journalists employed by WJET/WFXP. Artificial intelligence tools were used to reformat from a broadcast script into a news article for our website. This report was edited and fact-checked by WJET/WFXP staff before being published. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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ASU announces liftoff of helicopter pilot degree track
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Angelo State University students can learn to take to the skies in a new way after the college announced that a new helicopter pilot degree track has been added to its Bachelor of Commercial Aviation program. According to ASU, students can now train to become helicopter pilots through a new Flight Operations – Helicopter degree track offered through the BCA program, which is now accepting students into the new track for the upcoming fall semester. ASU stated that the track was added to complement the existing Flight Operations program and offer another option for students interested in aviation careers. Potential career paths for graduates include EMS pilot, law enforcement, search and rescue and helicopter flight instructor. Students in the helicopter pilot track will take the same classroom courses as the flight operations – fixed wing track students and undergo their flight training in three Schweizer helicopters recently added to the ASU/Skyline Aviation fleet of aircraft. ASU showcases new aviation training facility With the inclusion of the helicopter pilot track, the BCA program now has four options for students interested in pursuing a career in the aviation industry to pursue: Flight Operations – Helicopter (pilot) Flight Operations – Fixed Wing (airplane pilot) Aviation Administration Air Traffic Operations 'Very few universities nationwide offer fixed-wing and helicopter training under one program, and even fewer pair that with air traffic control and aviation administration,' Dr. Scott Turner, BCA program director, said. 'This addition sets us apart and offers students a truly comprehensive aviation education that aligns with the growing industry demands.' The announcement of the new flight operations – helicopter degree track comes just a week after the official opening of the new ASU Aviation Training Facility at San Angelo Regional Airport – Mathis Field. By adding the new track and aircraft to the BCA program, ASU will further expand its contributions to the aviation sector. 'The launch of our helicopter flight training track marks a significant milestone not just for ASU, but for aviation education in Texas,' Turner said. ASU enrolled its first students in the BCA program in the fall of 2021 and produced its first graduates in spring 2024, a year ahead of schedule. The program produced 10 more graduates in fall 2024 and 19 more this spring. There are already 80 new students enrolled for this coming fall semester, which will bring the total number of students in the program to around 250. The ASU/Skyline Aviation fleet of aircraft has expanded from the initial two Diamond airplanes to 27 Diamond airplanes and three Schweizer helicopters. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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4 days ago
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HUD Secretary Scott Turner Tours Champion® Homes Models as Offsite Construction Is Showcased as a Vital Solution to the U.S. Housing Shortage
TROY, Mich., May 12, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) ("Champion Homes") today announced that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner last week toured the company's homes to increase public awareness of offsite construction as an essential solution to the nationwide housing shortage. The tour highlighted Champion's offsite-built homes as a high quality, affordable housing solution built on efficient timelines for American families. "It's clear from spending time with Secretary Turner that he's committed to making home ownership more attainable across the nation and that he's a great advocate for manufactured homes," said Champion Homes President and CEO Tim Larson. "We're proud to provide an affordable housing solution for individuals and families across the country that delivers high-value, attainable homes at an expedited pace through an outstanding purchase experience." On May 6, Secretary Turner toured Champion Homes models at the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) Congress & Expo in Orlando, Fla., where he delivered the keynote address. Secretary Turner viewed two of Champion's single-family manufactured homes, the Bal Harbour and the Sawgrass, and an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), the Calloway. During the tour, Secretary Turner had the opportunity to view the homes' high quality construction, durable materials and beautiful design aesthetics. An advocate for offsite construction as a source of attainable housing, Secretary Turner emphasized during his Senate confirmation hearing in January that he would prioritize the availability and affordability of manufactured housing during his term. According to a 2024 report by the National Association of Home Builders, the U.S. has a shortage of approximately 1.5 million housing units. Offsite-built homes are an ideal solution to the housing shortage because they're high quality, durable homes that are more affordable and faster to build than traditional site-built homes. Notably, offsite-built homes are cost-effective without compromising on quality or durability. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the U.S. median new home price was $419,200, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index. The average price of a manufactured home — including the cost of the home, delivery and installation without land — is $159,300, based on MHI home cost figures and other national average estimates. Manufactured homes are built to the National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, or "HUD code," which regulates homes to a national quality standard. This allows Champion Homes to deliver a high volume of homes through streamlined construction techniques, bolstering quality and affordability for homebuyers. Furthermore, the company uses high quality, durable materials that are comparable to those in site-built homes. Not only are offsite-built homes more affordable than site-built homes, but Champion's homes are also built an average of 12 weeks faster than site-built homes. This allows developers and government entities to increase the national housing supply faster, so families can move in at an expedited pace. With 48 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and western Canada, Champion Homes boasts significant production scale that makes affordable homes more attainable for families across North America. Through Champion's streamlined purchase process, homebuyers can choose from pre-designed floor plans or adjust the designs to fit their lifestyle, including appealing options like different kitchen configurations, a standalone bathtub or additional bedrooms depending on the model. This balance of standardization with variety delivers an unmatched purchase process for buyers looking for affordability, value and quality in a home of their own. Champion Homes employs skilled, centralized workforces in manufacturing facilities where homes are protected from the elements during construction. These efficiencies allow Champion to capitalize on economies of scale and lower costs. Employees are able to work a full day indoors while being protected from the elements year-round, mitigating against weather-related work stoppages, reducing site waste expenses and elevating the overall quality of the homes. Shorter construction timelines also reduce interest costs and lower overhead capital charges for developers, further bolstering affordability. Additionally, Champion's homes undergo a rigorous quality check process during manufacturing, including a third-party audit to verify the homes adhere to HUD code specifications. HUD regulates the builders, retailers and installation companies of manufactured homes, and 33 states also have a State Administrative Agency that offers additional regulation. The federal oversight of manufactured homes provides homebuyers confidence in the durability and value of their investment. About Champion Homes, Inc. Champion Homes, Inc. (NYSE: SKY) is a leading producer of factory-built housing in North America and employs more than 9,000 people. With more than 70 years of homebuilding experience and 48 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and western Canada, Champion Homes is well positioned with an innovative portfolio of manufactured and modular homes, ADUs, park-models and modular buildings for the single-family, multi-family and hospitality sectors. In addition to its core home building business, Champion Homes provides construction services to install and set-up factory-built homes, operates a factory-direct retail business with 72 retail locations across the United States and operates Star Fleet Trucking, providing transportation services to the manufactured housing and other industries from several dispatch locations across the United States. Manufactured and Modular Park Model Star Fleet View source version on Contacts InvestorsName: Jason Blair, Investor Relations ManagerEmail: jablair@ Phone: (248) 614-8211 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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23-05-2025
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KBRA Releases 2025 Mortgage Policy Summit Recap
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 23, 2025-- KBRA releases a recap of the 2025 Mortgage Policy Summit on May 20 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The event was co-hosted by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) and the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators (AARMR). The summit's theme was 'From Policy to Practice—The Evolution of Mortgage Oversight.' Panel discussions covered a range of topics, including regulatory developments, the rising cost of homeowners insurance, the use of technology in compliance and supervision, and other key issues. Keynote speakers included U.S. Congressman Mike Flood (R-NE) and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner. In this recap, we provide summaries of select panel discussions that provided insight into industrywide mortgage regulatory issues and challenges, several of which impact mortgage origination and servicing across the entire residential lending system. Click here to view the report. About KBRA KBRA, one of the major credit rating agencies, is registered in the U.S., EU, and the UK. KBRA is recognized as a Qualified Rating Agency in Taiwan, and is also a Designated Rating Organization for structured finance ratings in Canada. As a full-service credit rating agency, investors can use KBRA ratings for regulatory capital purposes in multiple jurisdictions. Doc ID: 1009602 View source version on CONTACT: Edward DeVito, Senior Managing Director +1 646-731-2319 [email protected] ContactAdam Tempkin, Senior Director of Communications +1 646-731-1347 [email protected] Development ContactDaniel Stallone, Managing Director +1 646-731-1308 [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA NEW YORK INDUSTRY KEYWORD: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINANCE SOURCE: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/23/2025 11:08 AM/DISC: 05/23/2025 11:07 AM
