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For many pilots, it starts with a simple desire: to fly. Maybe earning your private pilot certificate provided you with freedom and adventure. Maybe you rent an aircraft on weekends, belong to a flying club, or fly your family to your vacations. Soaring through the clouds can be a magical experience, but what if you could get paid to do your jet setting? In 2026, recreational aviation can represent more than a hobby: it can be the beginning of a career. Private and general av

A Lifetime of Service to Anne Arundel County and a Vision for the Future of FME Fort Meade Executive Airport is proud to be guided by leaders who are deeply invested in both aviation and the surrounding community. One of those leaders is Jimmy Heathcote, a long-time Anne Arundel County resident whose dedication to public service, leadership, and regional growth continues to make a lasting impact on the airport and the community it serves. Jimmy’s roots in Anne Arundel County