What Is an Aerostat?

What Is an Aerostat?

An aerostat is an aircraft that generates lift by using a lifting gas to become lighter than air. Aerostats are named so because they utilize aerostatic lift, a buoyant force that does not require movement through surrounding air. Because of this, aerostats do not...
NAA Tampa Bay Career Fair Showcases Demand for Aviation Mechanics

NAA Tampa Bay Career Fair Showcases Demand for Aviation Mechanics

In addition to providing quality A&P training, National Aviation Academy (NAA) offers students numerous career services opportunities to directly network with industry professionals and find employment. One such opportunity was the NAA Career Fair in Tampa Bay on...
NAA Congratulates Latest Graduating Class From Tampa Bay Campus!

NAA Congratulates Latest Graduating Class From Tampa Bay Campus!

National Aviation Academy (NAA) recently hosted a ceremony at the Central Park Performing Arts Center on February 16, 2022, for NAA – Tampa Bay graduates who completed the Aviation Maintenance Professional (AMP) and Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT)...
Understanding Cargo Aircraft Carrier Business Models

Understanding Cargo Aircraft Carrier Business Models

The air cargo industry currently has four business models for air cargo transport: passenger airlines, all-cargo carriers, integrated express carriers, and combination aircraft carriers. The industry primarily revolves around the first three listed models, with...
What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Turboprop Engines?

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Turboprop Engines?

A turboprop engine is an engine that uses a turbine to turn an aircraft propeller. You’ll find turboprop engines in aircraft of all sizes, including single-pilot planes and large airliners. They combine the reliability of jet engine thrust with the efficiency of a...
NAA Sponsors Fourth Annual Shoot With The Stars Event

NAA Sponsors Fourth Annual Shoot With The Stars Event

On February 12, 2022, NAA sponsored and attended the annual Shoot With the Stars event hosted by the Pinellas Police Athletic League (PAL)! Shoot With the Stars is a competitive sporting clay event hosted by Pinellas PAL, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, and the...