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Thea Allen: From Towing Banners to Restoring a Super Cub
Meet the Michigan aviator building a rewarding career while navigating unique career challenges and more.
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From the Cockpit to Congress: Shelly Lesikar deZevallos’ Mission for GA
West Houston Airport president is running for Texas’ 38th District to ensure pilots have a seat at the legislative table.
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Meet Aaron Foster
Foster Aviation readies pilots for the backcountry in Missoula, Montana.
