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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
North Iowa Area Community College launches aviation degree program
North Iowa Area Community College will offer a new degree program in the fall for students to earn aviation certifications. (Photo by Jim Obradovich for Iowa Capital Dispatch) North Iowa Area Community College will offer students a path to an aviation career with a new professional pilot degree program starting this fall. The Mason City-based community college announced in a news release the launch of the Aviation Professional Pilot Associate of Applied Science Degree in its Skilled Trades Division. According to the release, the five-semester program will combine classroom instruction with practical training at the Mason City Airport. 'This program is an incredible opportunity for students passionate about aviation to turn their dreams into reality,' said Laura Wood, dean of agriculture and skilled trades, in the release. 'By offering both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, we're setting our graduates up for success in one of the most exciting and rewarding industries out there.' SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX NIACC joins other community colleges in providing aviation training to students, including Indian Hills Community College, Iowa Lakes Community College and Iowa Western Community College, each of which received federal funding for their programs last year. Coe College in Cedar Rapids also announced the opening of a new flight school in May 2024. North Iowa Air Service has partnered with the community college to provide education and training to enrolled students, according to the release. Students will receive both lab and flight training through the program, which will, alongside classroom instruction, teach students about aerodynamics, navigation, aviation safety and operations. By the time students graduate from the program, the release stated, they will have the skills and knowledge for careers in flight instruction, piloting and more. 'North Iowa Air Service is thrilled to partner with NIACC for the Aviation Professional Associate of Applied Science degree,' said Todd Kyle, owner and president of North Iowa Air Service, in the release. 'My grandfather began this business in 1957 teaching people how to fly in North Iowa. We are thrilled to continue and expand that tradition with NIACC. We look forward to working with them to grow and expand this program for years to come.' SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
India Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
How did terrorists reach Pahalgam, 300 km from LoC, Sachin Pilot asks Centre
With the Centre continuously firefighting criticism from opposition parties over the recent Pahalgam terror attack, Congress leader Sachin Pilot on Sunday fired a fresh salvo at the Narendra Modi government, asking as to how it became possible that the terrorists were able to reach the Baisaran Valley, which lay 300–400 kilometres from the Line of Control (LoC).The former Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister sought clarity from the Centre on the fate of the terrorists involved in the April 22 attack, asking if they were tracked down or were killed in the Operation Sindoor precision strikes on May is around 300–400 kilometres from the LoC. How did the terrorist manage to reach there? The centre said that the perpetrators had been identified. What happened then? Were they tracked down or killed?" Pilot questioned. A total of 26 civilians were killed in the Baisaran Valley on April 22 when Pakistan-backed terrorists opened fire on them. In response, Indian armed forces carried out precision strikes against terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May strikes were followed by drone and missile attacks by Pakistan on Indian military and civilian locations, prompting a befitting reply from India, further spiralling military tensions between the two countries. However, a ceasefire understanding was reached on May TRUMP'S CLAIMSA major political storm erupted in India as US President Donald Trump said the "ceasefire" between India and Pakistan was due to the "mediation" by his administration, a claim rejected by India. But, the opposition trained guns on the Centre over Trump's claim, alleging third-party interference in the Kashmir Pilot renewed the attack, saying, "For the first time, the president of another country announced an agreement between India and Pakistan. He lured India with bilateral trade and the government has so far refrained from rebutting Trump's claims".He said what was also regrettable was that no one from the US, be it their President, Vice President or Secretary of State, used the terms "terror" or "Pakistan-sponsored terror" while speaking about the India-Pakistan tensions or the Pahalgam Piloted also said that the demand of a special session of Parliament should have been honoured, as earlier put forth by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi."The Modi government should convene a special session of Parliament. In the special session, a unified voice of the nation would have been heard, and the government would have given one consolidated reply," Pilot Rajasthan Congress MLA also launched a scathing attack on Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah for his remarks against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who co-led the briefing on Operation Sindoor, and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Ram Chander Jangra who said that the wives of Pahalgam attack victims should have fought back against the BJP of shielding such leaders, Pilot said that they should have been sacked and stripped of the party's primary Watch
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
I'm a League One star targeting Wembley glory with Charlton in play-off final – but I'm also training to be a PILOT
WILL MANNION has been training to become an aeroplane pilot. And the keeper hopes his Charlton team will be flying in tomorrow's play-off final against Leyton Orient - before landing a place in the Championship. 3 Will Mannion is targeting promotion to the Championship with Charlton Credit: Getty 3 The keeper is a pilot in his spare time away from the pitch Credit: Alamy The 27-year-old has already done 15 hours of flying lessons and is a third of the way through being able to fly solo. Mannion told SunSport: "I was 14 when I took my first lesson. It was something I was going to do properly if football didn't work but thankfully it did. "Now it's something I want to do after football. I'm going to do more lessons so I can get my Private Pilot Licence in the next couple of years. "I've been flying Cessna 172 planes, which are like a four-seater washing machine with wings! I've got a fair way to go yet. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL "When I was at my last club Cambridge, I flew out of RAF Duxford, which was awesome because you would have Spitfires taking off in front of you! "It's hard to describe the feeling of flying a plane. I would liken it to riding a bike in the sky! "It's intuitive when you're up there with the controls. "It's not as scary as people think. It's fun, especially when taking off and landing. Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "Although taking off and landing are the two hardest things because that is where things can most likely go wrong. "But I'm never frightened, you just have to know what you're doing. Ex-Rangers star Greg Docherty sends message to his dad following Charlton Play-Off semi-final victory "The plan is to get more lessons locally. Biggin Hill isn't too far away so will probably fly out of there." Mannion cannot pinpoint why he fell in love with aviation but he then took it up in case a football career did not pan out. And now he is contemplating a career in the sky when his days in football are over. He added: "The next stage for me is to go out solo. I've got to do around 45 hours to get my licence. "The great thing is it's not something you need to do by a certain deadline, you can just chip away at it in your own time. It was something I was going to do properly if football didn't work but thankfully it did. Will Mannion "There are various exams — theory and practical — you must do. Then I can be in a position to just take a plane out for leisure at the weekend or on my days off. "But that is only the first stage. "There are quite a few more exams before you can fly a plane for easyJet. "At this stage I don't know how far I'd go with it but might consider working in the commercial airline industry one day!" Back on the ground, Mannion has played a crucial role in helping the Addicks reach this Wembley final - having kept a club-record TWENTY-FIVE clean sheets this season. Not bad for a keeper who only joined last summer from Cambridge. He said: "To have played in as many games, finish fourth, play like we have as a team and keep as many clean sheets has been massive. "It's not something I predicted when I came but as the season progressed you could see we were a solid defensive unit and it paid off in terms of our league position and reaching a Wembley play-off final. It will be surreal but it's just another game. We cannot afford to get carried away by the occasion and romance of it. Mannion on Wembley "The clean sheets aren't just down to me. It starts from the front in terms of how we play, we're a high-pressing team. "That transcends throughout the team. "The lads in front of me have been outstanding all season. They've limited what I've had to do to a minimum." Mannion is establishing himself as a No 1 after a lot of years doing the hard yards. He was a young pro at Hull - rubbing shoulders with the likes of He had loan spells in non-league with Aldershot and Kidderminster before a season with Cypriot team Pathos having struggled to find a club at home. 3 Charlton's boss Nathan Jones is aiming for promotion on Sunday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial He said: "It was during the Covid spell. I couldn't even find a club to look at me, never mind sign me. So I had this opportunity to go abroad and I gave it go. "As a life experience it was good to see a different culture - although on the football side I didn't get a lot of opportunities.' A move to Cambridge brought 29 League One appearances over three years before what has turned out to be his best season yet at the Addicks. Mannion has only previously been to Wembley as a spectator — watching He said: "It's one thing imagining yourself playing there and quite another actually thinking you will play there. "It will be surreal but it's just another game. We cannot afford to get carried away by the occasion and romance of it. "We've one more game to achieve what we set out to do - win promotion."
Edinburgh Live
6 days ago
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Local Edinburgh brewery to launch new city centre bar in time for summer
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Leith's local brewers, Pilot, are opening their first ever boozer in the heart of the capital. The bar, named Vessel, opened its doors on May 22 at 73 Hanover Street, serving a variety of beverages. Those at Piloit argue the Vessel will be a 'celebration of the industry friends Pilot have made across 12 years of brewing.' As well as showcasing their own thirst quenching bevies, the bar will also stock and champion other local products. Pilot's cult following will be able to enjoy their iconic Peach Melba Sour amongst many other tipples. Pilot have promised to create an environment filled with fun and adventure. Food is available at the pub with an emphasis on sharing dishes. And if beer is not your thing, there is a curated list of wine and cocktails available at the Vessel, with spirits from Port of Leith, Holyrood, Electric Spirit and Buck & Birch amongst many others found behind the bar. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Patrick Jones, co-founder of Pilot, said: 'Vessel has been 12 years in the making. We've wanted to open our own place since day one, but we wanted to be in a position to open exactly what we wanted. Covid got in the way for a while, but we're now absolutely delighted to be opening the doors at Vessel, a small slice of Leith in the heart of Edinburgh. 'We always wanted to do something more than a chipboard bar and 12 taps and Vessel is exactly that. It's a beautiful space where you can come and work with a coffee during the day, grab lunch with friends, or stay and have a beer or two into the night. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox 'Fitting out a venue has been a massive learning curve. Thirteen years ago, when we were studying brewing, I don't think Matt and I imagined that one day we'd be debating the perfect shade of yellow for a coffee machine. However, in the true spirit of Pilot, we wanted to do as much as we could ourselves. 'We think it's been worth every bit of effort though and can't wait to invite people into our own island of independence, just off George Street.'
India Gazette
21-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Congress leader Sachin Pilot pays tribute to former PM Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary
New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Congress leader Sachin Pilot paid homage to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his 34th death anniversary at Vir Bhumi in Delhi on Wednesday. In a post on X, Pilot called Rajiv Gandhi a visionary leader who took India to new heights. 'I pay my heartfelt tribute to former Prime Minister Shri Rajiv Gandhi ji on his 'Balidan Diwas'. Rajiv Gandhi was a visionary leader who gave direction to the country by providing a progressive outlook through his leadership and modern thinking. His decisions took India to new heights,' Pilot wrote on X. 'His contribution is an inspiration to us and his memory will always live in our hearts,' he added. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also paid tribute to Rajiv Gandhi at Veer Bhumi, Delhi. In a post on X, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge called the former PM 'a great son of India' and highlighted the key decisions taken under his leadership, such as lowering the voting age to 18, strengthening Panchayati Raj, and spearheading the Telecom and IT revolution. 'Rajiv Gandhi -- a great son of India, inspired hope among millions of Indians. His visionary and courageous interventions were instrumental in preparing India for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century. These include lowering the voting age to 18, strengthening Panchayati Raj, spearheading the Telecom and IT revolution, implementing a computerisation program, securing sustained peace accords, launching a universal immunisation program, and introducing a new education policy focused on inclusive learning,' he said. Congress, on its X account, posted a quote from Rajiv Gandhi in Hindi, where he talked about the role of education in creating a more egalitarian society. Rajiv Gandhi took over the charge of the Congress in 1984 following the assassination of his mother and then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He became India's youngest Prime Minister at the age of 40 when he assumed office in October 1984. He served as the Prime Minister of India till December 2, 1989. Born on August 20, in 1944, Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by a Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) suicide bomber during an election rally in Sriperumbudur in Tamil Nadu on May 21, 1991. Under his government, India has seen the start of the modernisation process in its economy, as he promoted technology, telecommunications, and education reforms. Rajiv Gandhi played a pivotal role in modernising the country's technological infrastructure. His vision helped lay the foundation for India's IT boom in the 1990s and beyond. His government's Computer and IT Policy reduced import duties on computers and software to promote IT growth. His government's policies helped the foundation of the National Association of Software and Service Companies in 1988, boosting India's software industry. His government also encouraged computer education in schools and universities. (ANI)
