February 2025 – The Newsletter of Aventure Aviation

Aventure to Attend MRO Middle East

Aventure's senior vice president Amyr Qureshi will attend MRO Middle East on February 10-11 in Dubai. The event is part of Aviation Week Network's event series on the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) industry.

MRO Middle East is the largest event of its kind in the region, bringing together people from the entire industry under one roof.

"We once again look forward to engaging with a wide range of MRO providers as we continuously forge and build upon relationships with specialist shops showcasing their MRO capabilities from all over the world," said Amyr.

"Aventure has acquired and parted out over 30 commercial airliners to date, and these events enable us to connect with end-user buyers," he added.

Meet Aventure at MRO Middle East >

Contest to Design Break Room
for New Aventure HQ

Aventure Aviation is holding a contest to help design the break room of the new headquarters building under construction.

The public is invited to submit concepts for a functional and visually appealing break room that has an aviation theme.

"We're looking for innovative designs that incorporate aircraft-inspired elements to make the room a haven for relaxation and inspiration," said administrative director Kimberly Gay.

The winner will receive a $500 prize and invitation to the building grand opening ceremony, where the design will be unveiled. The contest offers participants an opportunity to gain recognition and showcase their creativity in a professional setting.

"The contest is open to all—students, professional designers, or anyone with a passion for aviation and design," continued Gay. "We encourage anyone with a creative mind to participate."

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Football Pool Winners Announced

Aventure Aviation has announced the winners of the 7th Annual Football Pick 'Em Challenge. The first-place winner is Scott Foss of First Class Air Support who had nearly 73% correct picks. Jeff Shidlofsky of TDA came in second place, while Jessika Lebron of AllClear Aerospace & Defense came in third.

Participants competed weekly to predict the outcome of each U.S. National Football League game throughout the entire season. The top three winners received gift cards worth $250, $150, and $75 respectively, while weekly winners each won a $25 gift card. In total, nearly $1000 in prizes were given out.

The championship game, Super Bowl LIX, is scheduled for February 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

"This was a fantastic way to connect with industry colleagues," said Jessika. "It brought extra excitement to each game and sparked some great friendly competition."

Aventure will continue the Annual Football Pick 'Em Challenge for the 2025 season in July.

Aventure Honors Guion Bluford,
First African American in Space

For Black History Month, Aventure honors Guion 'Guy' Bluford. As the first African American to travel to space, his historic journey getting there has paved the way for future generations to reach new heights.

Bluford was born November 22, 1942 in Philadelphia. He knew he wanted to pursue a career in aerospace at an early age, and earned his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering in 1964.

He served in the U.S. Air Force, where he logged over 5,200 hours of jet flight time during his career. In 1978, Bluford became a NASA astronaut. He spent 688 hours in space across four missions during his career.

"I decided as a kid that I wanted to be an aerospace engineer, so I chased the dream," Bluford said in a speech. "I wanted…not only be a leader for African Americans on the ground, but also a leader in helping put other Black astronauts into space with me."

Food Drive Held by Aventure Staff

Staff at Aventure's Atlanta headquarters held a food drive in December to benefit the Real Life Center, located in neighboring Tyrone, Georgia. The team donated a total of 292 pounds of donated food, water, and other necessities.

Since 1998, The Real Life Center has been helping those in need in Georgia's Fayette and Coweta Counties. Aventure has been donated the for past ten years.

The center's core program connects individuals and families with vital resources. They also assist with setting goals, and developing an action plan.

"We are truly inspired by your commitment to making a difference," said Real Life Center coordinator Dixie King, in a letter to Aventure. "Your partnership is invaluable to us, and we are grateful for your continued support."

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Part No: 1153154-4 | Serial No: 1153154-02972
Description: Nitrogen Control
Tag: Honeywell, 12/2024
Condition: Serviceable

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MRO Middle East
February 10–11 | Dubai World Trade Center | Dubai, UAE

ISTAT Americas 
March 2–4 | JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Phoenix, USA

Meet Aventure at any of these events >

February 9, 1907 — Birth of Charles Alfred Anderson, first African American to earn a pilot's license, and chief flight instructor of the famed WW2 Tuskegee Airmen.

February 3, 1928 — New York City approves construction of its first municipal airport, Floyd Bennett Field.

February 1, 1958 — Launch of Explorer 1, first US Earth satellite.

”The job is so fantastic, you don't need a hobby. The hobby is going to work."

— Guion Bluford : Former NASA astronaut and first African American in space

Aventure proudly supports:   Aventure Aviation is a certified Asian American and Minority owned business by the US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation.   Aventure Aviation is a certified Minority Business Enterprise by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.