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Dr. Christopher Blake, Middle Georgia State president, delivering educational programs for future pilots
announces the flight training expansion program at the at our Eastman Campus. We’re delighted to begin
Downtown Macon Airport. SHERON SMITH
The University’s rent will be $500 per month
the first year; $1,000 per month the second year
and $2,000 a month each year thereafter and a
fuel flowage fee. Middle Georgia State’s costs will
be offset by student education fees and general
funds, plus funds from fuel sales.
The School of Aviation’s strategic plan
envisions additional expansion in the years to
come, including flight instruction in the Atlanta
area, as well as new flight operations in Valdosta,
Columbus, Savannah and Camden County.
Additional aircraft, facilities and staff would be
needed as the programs develop.
The plan seeks to address the needs of the
aerospace industry in Georgia, including demand
for pilots, operations management and
maintenance personnel. The Eastman Campus
would serve as the hub for the University’s
developing satellite operations.
Clark, the interim dean, said, “We are pleased
to be serving such an important role in the
University System’s aviation programs. We
have developed considerable expertise in
Interested in more information about the
aviation programs? Contact the School of
Aviation, (478) 374-6980.
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offering this instruction at the Macon airport as
well.”
Middle Georgia State offers a four-year degree
in aviation science and management, as well as
certificate programs in airplane and helicopter
flight training. Students can pursue those courses
at the Eastman Campus, or many of the courses
are available online. Associate’s degrees and
certificates in Aircraft Structural Technology and
Aviation Maintenance Technology are also offered
on the Eastman Campus.
IN
Memoriam
In what turned out to be one of his last public
appearances, former Macon Mayor Lee Robinson
was a special guest of honor at the announcement
of Middle Georgia State’s expansion of aviation
programs to the Downtown Macon Airport.
Current Mayor Robert Reichert presented
Robinson the Macon-Bibb Aviator of the Year
award at the event. Robinson, who passed away
November 4 after a long illness, was an accom-
plished pilot and one of the strongest proponents
of tapping the potential of Macon-Bibb airports.
The Middle Georgia State community will
always be grateful for Robinson’s dedication to
and support of the University.
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL.