A new airport has the potential to boost a rural Florida community’s economy. Is the labor force prepared?

Airport – Courtesy: Peter Titmuss – Shutterstock An estimated $300 million in freight hubs, the new “Airglades” airport is expected to alter the economy of one of the poorest counties in Florida. The project, which could create more than 1,400 new, highly trained employment in this mostly agricultural region on the border of the Everglades,

Breeze Airways Declares Its Third Hub in Florida

Breeze Airways airplane in sky — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Robin Guess The third hub operated by Breeze Airways is located in Fort Myers, according to the airline’s announcement. “Breeze’s operations from Fort Myers have proven exceptionally popular,” said Breeze Airways president, Tom Doxey, in a statement. “It’s been one of our fastest growing

The First Commercial Airline Departed From Florida 110 Years Ago

Birthplace of Pan American World Airways airline company in Key West, Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Michael Gordon The Sunshine State, Florida is a great spot to party over spring break or just kick back in the sun. However, the state also boasts an unexpected history of firsts in flying. In the annals of aviation

Tampa International Airport is the starting point for Florida’s first air taxi test flight

Air taxi flies out of TPA (not pictured) – Pictured: Tampa International Airport – Courtesy: Peter Titmuss – Shutterstock The first-ever air taxi test flight in Florida took place on Thursday at Tampa International Airport, possibly opening the door for the state’s future public transportation system. The demonstration of the volocopter at TPA was also