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Brigadier General David “Tex” Hill on the wing of his P-51 Mustang 26th FS 51st FG, 1944
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Amelia Earhart photographed with a Lockheed Vega 5P in January, 1935, just before her solo flight from Honolulu to California.
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Amelia Earhart - 1935
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Aviation Pioneer
"They say perfection is unattainable, but they said that about flight too."
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On April 19th in 1905, Jim Mollison, the pioneering Scottish aviator, was born in Glasgow.
Mollison held many individual records for distance, endurance, and speed flying, and jointly set several others with his wife, the aviatrix Amy Johnson. In 1932, he became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic from East to West. In the same year, his wife broke his record for the fastest flight from London to Cape Town.
Mollison and Johnson were “the” celebrity couple of the day. The picture in, August 1933, shows first Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, aviator Amelia Earhart, Jim and Amy Johnson)and President Roosevelt in Hyde Park, New York. Note the dressing on Mollisons face, a week before the photograph was taken, the couple crashed in a Connecticut swamp while trying to break the world long distance flight record.
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Today is a sad day in aviation, as we mourn the tragic death of an aviation pioneer. Jim Tweto lived to connect people with the beautiful Alaska frontier. A man with a big heart, Jim was a mentor to the bush pilots of the North who came from far and wide to work for him. Gone but not forgotten, Jim's passion and life's work will carry on by the pilots he mentored over the years.
Rest in Peace Jim
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Captain Gopinath: Pioneer of Affordable Air Travel
Early Life and Military Service
Gorur Ramaswami Iyengar Gopinath, known as Captain Gopinath, was born on November 13, 1951, in Gorur, a small village in Karnataka. His father, a teacher and farmer, instilled in him values of diligence and ambition. Gopinath’s journey to prominence began with his admission to Sainik School, Bijapur, followed by the National Defence Academy (NDA) and the Indian Military Academy (IMA).
After serving in the Indian Army until the Bangladesh War of 1971–72, Gopinath retired at the age of 28, driven by a desire for entrepreneurial ventures beyond military life. His subsequent pursuits in silk farming, dairy farming, and hospitality laid the groundwork for his transformative career in aviation.
Venturing into Aviation: From Helicopters to Airlines
In 1997, Gopinath ventured into aviation with Deccan Aviation, offering chartered helicopter services. Recognizing the untapped potential for affordable air travel, he conceived the idea of establishing a low-cost airline during a trip to America in 2000. Witnessing the efficiency of Phoenix Airport, Gopinath resolved to make air travel accessible to the common Indian.
Air Deccan: Revolutionizing Air Travel
In August 2003, Gopinath launched Air Deccan, India’s first low-cost airline, with a fleet of six aircraft. Inspired by European budget carriers, Air Deccan aimed to democratize air travel by offering affordable fares to the masses. By 2007, it operated 380 flights daily from 67 airports, catering to a growing number of passengers at accessible prices.
Innovative Pricing Model: Flying for Re 1
Air Deccan made headlines by introducing dynamic pricing, enabling passengers to fly for as little as Re 1. This groundbreaking initiative, coupled with a no-frills service model, revolutionized the aviation industry and made air travel accessible to millions of Indians.
Mergers and Challenges
Despite its initial success, Air Deccan faced financial challenges and underwent restructuring, culminating in its merger with Kingfisher Airlines in 2008. Despite Gopinath’s vision, subsequent developments in the aviation sector led to the closure of Kingfisher Red in 2011, marking the end of an era in Indian aviation.
Legacy and Impact
Captain Gopinath’s pioneering efforts transformed the Indian aviation landscape, making air travel affordable and accessible to millions. His entrepreneurial spirit and visionary leadership continue to inspire future generations, underscoring the power of innovation and perseverance in realizing ambitious dreams.
Conclusion
Captain Gopinath’s journey from a humble village to the forefront of Indian aviation epitomizes the spirit of enterprise and resilience. His legacy as the architect of affordable air travel resonates as a testament to the transformative potential of bold ideas and unwavering determination in shaping industries and empowering communities.
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Sky One FZE expands India footprint; eyes acquisitions, partnerships
The UAE-based global aviation group has eyes set on India’s aviation market. The group is looking to engage with relevant stakeholders, partners and regulatory authorities. Sky One FZE was also among the three bidders vying for the government’s stake in Pawan Hans.
The UAE-based global aviation group, Sky One FZE, is gearing up to fortify its presence in with an expansion plan in mind. The company’s Chairman, with an expansion plan in mind. The company’s Chairman, Jaideep Mirchandani , aims to leverage India’s thriving aviation market by exploring strategic acquisitions and forging new partnerships, contributing to the nation’s dynamic growth story.
India’s aviation landscape has been experiencing unprecedented growth, positioning it as one of the world’s largest and most promising aviation markets. A recent study predicts potential financing in the aircraft leasing segment of up to USD 100 billion over the next two decades, underlining the immense opportunities that lie ahead.Sky One FZE recognises this potential and is keen on capitalising on the emerging opportunities in the Indian aviation sector.
In line with its expansion strategy, Sky One FZE was also among the three bidders vying for the government’s stake in Pawan Hans,a prominent helicopter services company in India. This bid, according to the company, showcases its resolve to leave an indelible mark in the rapidly evolving Indian aviation landscape.
Mirchandani also expressed his confidence in Sky One FZE’s ability to become a contributor to India’s aviation growth story. “With the Indian airplane fleet expected to quadruple in size by 2038, and the commercial fleet projected to exceed 5,000 aircraft by 2050, the need for robust and strategic partnerships in the aviation sector is undeniable. Our commitment to unwavering safety, reliability, and customer-centricity positions us uniquely to meet these demands,” he stated.
To meet the growing demand for skilled aviation professionals, Sky One FZE’s subsidiary, Pier Seven Aviation , recently acquired an aviation training organisation in Bucharest, . Mirchandani said that this acquisition aims to build a world-class workforce and provide unparalleled training opportunities to aspiring aviation professionals, with a particular focus on nurturing talents from India.
As part of its approach to contribute to India’s aviation vision, Sky One FZE is aiming to engage with relevant stakeholders, industry partners, and regulatory authorities.
Sky One FZE’s India expansion comes at a pivotal juncture for the global aviation industry, which is projected to grow exponentially by 2033, boasting a fleet of over 36,000 aircraft. Through strategic acquisitions, robust partnerships, and a commitment to excellence, Sky One FZE aims to be at the forefront of India’s aviation growth story, ushering in a new era of connectivity, safety, and innovation.
Sky One FZE is a prominent player in the global aviation industry, with its headquarters in the UAE. Led by Mirchandani, the company operates a portfolio of aviation assets, including helicopter charter services under Sky One Airways.
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Some of us have great runways already built for us. If you have one, take off. But if you don't have one, realize it is your responsibility to grab a shovel and build one for yourself and for those who will follow after you.
- Amelia Earhart
When iconic aviatrix Amelia Earhart “the Queen of the Air” met Hollywood icon, Mary Pickford “the Muse of the Movies”.
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Viola Gentry poses at Roosevelt Field in Mineola after breaking the first non-refueling endurance record for women, December 20, 1928. Gentry, once a member of the office staff at the Roosevelt Field Flying School, flew for 8 hours, 6 minutes and 37 seconds.
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A squadron of Spitfire planes from World War II while they docked in Malta in 1944.
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December 17th, 1903
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The First Tuskegee Ace of WWII | Dogfights | History
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On May 8th 1933 Highland Airways was established by Captain Ernest Edmund “Ted” Fresson.
Captain Ted Fresson, is hailed as the pioneer of civil aviation in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, if you have ever been to Inverness Airport you will have no doubt seen is statue there.
Highland Airways inaugural flight was a passenger service between Inverness, Wick and Kirkwall. Captain Ted Fresson’s pioneering commercial flights across the north of Scotland revolutionised Highland life and led to what is thought to be the longest-running scheduled air service in the world.
After early training as an engineer, he was sent to his firm’s branch in China in 1911, but following his boyhood aspirations to become a pilot he signed on as a volunteer when the Great War began in 1914. He trained as a pilot for the Royal Flying Corps in Canada at the beginning of 1918.
When the war was over he returned to China, keeping his hand in at flying whist working for his old firm again. He rebuilt or assembled some British aircraft for local dignitaries and then built and flew an aircraft of his own design for a Chinese warlord – to place it in production there. A revolution intervened and Ted returned to Britain in 1927 to begin several years of concentrated joy-riding and display flying, firstly with existing aviation companies, then with his own.
Each year saw him carrying thousands of air-minded passengers on five minute joy rides, at fields he chose all over Britain. During this time he took a great deal of liking to Scotland and saw an opportunity to start scheduled services in the Highlands. This started between Inverness, Wick and Kirkwall on May 8th 1933.
Ted formed his airline, Highland Airways Limited, with considerable help from Macrae & Dick, the motor engineers in Inverness, the Scotsman newspaper, Dr Alexander of Dr Grays Hospital in Elgin and other local traders. His regularity in flying in all weathers became a by-word, and so a year later, on May 29th 1934, his airline was given the first UK domestic Airmail contract by the Post Office. This was to fly mail at ordinary rates by air to Orkney and back. He later acquired the airmail contract to Wick and Shetland.
In October 1933, Ted operated the first commercial charter out of Aberdeen, carrying three salesmen to Shetland. On May 7th 1934 he began Aberdeen’s first scheduled service to Wick and Kirkwall. After this, Highland Airways became the trail blazer for many new services throughout the Highlands and Islands, linking up with Inverness and Aberdeen with Shetland and Stornoway, as well as inaugurating the Orkney inter-island flights and services to Perth and Glasgow.
Ted Fresson could land his aircraft in almost any field in Scotland and frequently did so. He knew the terrain so well that he became one of the principal advisors on airfield construction sites to the Air Ministry and the Admiralty during World War II. The booming regional airport at Inverness is still on the site suggested by Ted to the Air Ministry as a wartime airfield and the Admiralty also consulted him prior to laying the first tarmac strip at Hatston, Orkney. The tarmac was actually Ted’s suggestion. The ‘runways’ suggested by at the old Stornoway golf club so as to create least disturbance and inconvenience to the golfers are now acknowledged as the first runways in Britain.
When his airline became part of Lord Cowdray’s pre-war British Airways and was combined with the Renfrew-based Northern and Scottish Airways to form Scottish Airways (as it became), Ted Fresson played a vital part in running the airline throughout the war years. In 1947, however, all domestic air services were nationalised into the British European Airways corporation and Ted Fresson left the corporation in March 1948, dismissed without compensation for the fine airline he had built up. That Ted Fresson and other early pioneers were so treated by the government of the day is still a shameful episode in the history of aviation in Britain.
The fact that almost all his network is still being flown today is a tribute to his foresight, flying enterprise and efforts to bring air travel to everybody living in these remote parts of the British Isles.
After a period overseas Ted Fresson returned to the Highlands continued to fly the occasional charter in the Northern skies using his own light aircraft. He died in Inverness on September 25th 1963.
If you have ever been to Inverness airport you will no doubt have seen the statue tribute to the pioneer Highlands aviator Fresson.
Check out the link here for remarkable footage from the inaugural flight, including shots from the aircraft as it flies ove the River Ness. https://scotlandonscreen.org.uk/browse-fi…/007-000-002-099-c
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