Marshall University Aviation Program Secures $2.5 Million in Federal Funding
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has secured $2.5 million in federal funding for Marshall University's aviation program in Charleston. The investment is part of a larger government spending package and will directly benefit the Bill Noe Flight School, located at Yeager Airport. These funds are specifically allocated for the purchase of new aircraft and flight simulators to enhance training. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for pilots and aviation maintenance technicians by expanding the program's capacity and resources.
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