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Aviation Students, Faculty to Simulate 1919 Great Air Race as a Fundraiser
“The Great Air Race: Glory, Tragedy and the Dawn of American Aviation,” is a recent book by journalist and amateur pilot John Lancaster about America’s famous 1919 transcontinental air race. The story of that race has inspired a group of University of Central Missouri aviation students and their faculty advisor to develop a virtual re-creation of the groundbreaking, cross-country flight that captured the world’s attention over 100 years ago. The virtual re-creation is intended to bring renewed awareness to this piece of trailblazing American history while also raising funds to support student activities.
November 06, 2023
UCM Celebrates New Skyhaven Aviation Center, a Vision That Became Reality Thanks to Generous Donors, State Support
With much fanfare, including music provided by student marching band members, and a ribbon cutting with hundreds of guests, the University of Central Missouri on Sept. 8 celebrated the opening of its new Skyhaven Aviation Center at the Max. B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport.
September 11, 2023
Board of Governor Sets Instructional, General Fees for FY 2024
While seeking to maintain the most affordable education possible for students amid rising inflationary costs, the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors approved slight increases in instructional tuition and general fees Fiscal Year 2024. Action on these matters took place when the board met in its March 23 plenary session on campus.
March 28, 2023
UCM's New 737 MAX Flight Training Device a Boost to Jet Pilot Training
University of Central Missouri students who are preparing to become professional pilots have a new opportunity to get training in the cockpit of a jet aircraft long before they ever leave the ground. This opportunity is made possible through the Department of Aviation’s recent acquisition of a new Boeing 737 MAX Flight Training Device (FTD), installed this fall at the Gaines Technology Building.
December 05, 2022
Invitation to City Leaders Provides Opportunity to Increase Understanding of Skyhaven's Role as Regional Airport From Ground, Birds-eye Perspectives
While the University of Central Missouri’s Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport has a long history of preparing students for aviation careers, the university is working with community leaders to give them an up-close and birds-eye perspective of the airport and its role in serving local and regional aviation needs.
February 16, 2022
VTR Gift Supports Aviation Student in Seeking Commercial Pilot Certification
The University of Central Missouri’s role in helping to address a national pilot shortage and to fill other vital positions in the aviation field through training is benefitting from the School of Aviation’s relationships with organizations that share the same interest. Among such groups, VTR (Visionary Training Resources) recently made a financial gift to help a UCM student reduce a portion of the expenses needed toward earning a Commercial Pilot Certificate.
February 08, 2022
Summer Air Force Junior ROTC Flight Academy Brings High School Students to UCM in Pursuit of Private Pilot's Certification
Only a year after many of them received their driver’s licenses, a group of young men and women who have been inspired and encouraged to pursue aviation careers will soon earn their Private Pilot’s Certification after successfully completing an eight-week summer program at the University of Central Missouri.
June 10, 2021
UCM Board Action Makes Possible New Terminal Building at Skyhaven Airport
Benefitting from philanthropic support, the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors recently took a significant step toward achieving UCM’s vision for a state-of-the-art airport terminal and flight education center at Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport.
November 09, 2020
CARES Act Leads to New Federal Funding to Aid UCM's Skyhaven Airport
As part of an unprecedented effort to provide immediate assistance to airports across the United States, the University of Central Missouri’s Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport will receive a $30,000 federal grant.
April 16, 2020
UCM, Lee's Summit School District Seeking Members for Avionics Advisory Board
The University of Central Missouri-Lee’s Summit and the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District’s Summit Technology Academy are partnering to launch a new program focusing on avionics and unmanned aircraft systems (drones) career pathways.
August 13, 2019UCM Aviation Announces Agreements with Republic Airways, ExpressJet
Students in the Department of Aviation at the University of Central Missouri will reap the benefits of agreements recently signed with two regional airlines.
April 13, 2016
Aviation Students, Faculty to Simulate 1919 Great Air Race as a Fundraiser
“The Great Air Race: Glory, Tragedy and the Dawn of American Aviation,” is a recent book by journalist and amateur pilot John Lancaster about America’s famous 1919 transcontinental air race. The story of that race has inspired a group of University of Central Missouri aviation students and their faculty advisor to develop a virtual re-creation of the groundbreaking, cross-country flight that captured the world’s attention over 100 years ago. The virtual re-creation is intended to bring renewed awareness to this piece of trailblazing American history while also raising funds to support student activities.
November 06, 2023
UCM Celebrates New Skyhaven Aviation Center, a Vision That Became Reality Thanks to Generous Donors, State Support
With much fanfare, including music provided by student marching band members, and a ribbon cutting with hundreds of guests, the University of Central Missouri on Sept. 8 celebrated the opening of its new Skyhaven Aviation Center at the Max. B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport.
September 11, 2023
Board of Governor Sets Instructional, General Fees for FY 2024
While seeking to maintain the most affordable education possible for students amid rising inflationary costs, the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors approved slight increases in instructional tuition and general fees Fiscal Year 2024. Action on these matters took place when the board met in its March 23 plenary session on campus.
March 28, 2023
UCM's New 737 MAX Flight Training Device a Boost to Jet Pilot Training
University of Central Missouri students who are preparing to become professional pilots have a new opportunity to get training in the cockpit of a jet aircraft long before they ever leave the ground. This opportunity is made possible through the Department of Aviation’s recent acquisition of a new Boeing 737 MAX Flight Training Device (FTD), installed this fall at the Gaines Technology Building.
December 05, 2022
Invitation to City Leaders Provides Opportunity to Increase Understanding of Skyhaven's Role as Regional Airport From Ground, Birds-eye Perspectives
While the University of Central Missouri’s Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport has a long history of preparing students for aviation careers, the university is working with community leaders to give them an up-close and birds-eye perspective of the airport and its role in serving local and regional aviation needs.
February 16, 2022
VTR Gift Supports Aviation Student in Seeking Commercial Pilot Certification
The University of Central Missouri’s role in helping to address a national pilot shortage and to fill other vital positions in the aviation field through training is benefitting from the School of Aviation’s relationships with organizations that share the same interest. Among such groups, VTR (Visionary Training Resources) recently made a financial gift to help a UCM student reduce a portion of the expenses needed toward earning a Commercial Pilot Certificate.
February 08, 2022
Summer Air Force Junior ROTC Flight Academy Brings High School Students to UCM in Pursuit of Private Pilot's Certification
Only a year after many of them received their driver’s licenses, a group of young men and women who have been inspired and encouraged to pursue aviation careers will soon earn their Private Pilot’s Certification after successfully completing an eight-week summer program at the University of Central Missouri.
June 10, 2021
UCM Board Action Makes Possible New Terminal Building at Skyhaven Airport
Benefitting from philanthropic support, the University of Central Missouri’s Board of Governors recently took a significant step toward achieving UCM’s vision for a state-of-the-art airport terminal and flight education center at Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport.
November 09, 2020
CARES Act Leads to New Federal Funding to Aid UCM's Skyhaven Airport
As part of an unprecedented effort to provide immediate assistance to airports across the United States, the University of Central Missouri’s Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport will receive a $30,000 federal grant.
April 16, 2020
UCM, Lee's Summit School District Seeking Members for Avionics Advisory Board
The University of Central Missouri-Lee’s Summit and the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District’s Summit Technology Academy are partnering to launch a new program focusing on avionics and unmanned aircraft systems (drones) career pathways.
August 13, 2019UCM Aviation Announces Agreements with Republic Airways, ExpressJet
Students in the Department of Aviation at the University of Central Missouri will reap the benefits of agreements recently signed with two regional airlines.
April 13, 2016
