Global TransPark

Come check out the Kinston Career Fair! As the Fleet Readiness Center East expands operations at NCGTP, they are hiring for a wide range of roles including engineering, aircraft maintenance, skilled trades and operational support.

Jeremy Stroud, executive director of the NCGTP, recently presented Mark Pope with an award recognizing his upcoming retirement, honoring 20 years of dedicated service. Thank you, Mark, for your years of commitment and the lasting impact you’ve made!

During last week’s board meeting, the North Carolina Global TransPark Board of Directors administered the oath of office for three reappointed board members and one newly appointed member. Thank you to these board members for their continued commitment and service.

Board members Steve Mayo, Danny Smith and Billy Lamm have been reinstated for another term. The swearing-in was conducted by Mary Alphin, Lenoir County Clerk of Superior Court. We appreciate their continued dedication and leadership in supporting the mission of NCGTP.

NC Global TransPark hosted its first intern through the U.S. Department of Defense SkillBridge program, connecting service members with real-world experience and top military talent with new opportunities. youtu.be/H9KOL5qNzPU

Future aviators took flight at the NC Global TransPark’s ACE Camp 3.0 at Kinston Regional Jetport! From building professional portfolios to connecting with regional aviation leaders, students got a hands-on deep dive into aviation careers.

From earning points through trivia and drone work to checking out the Kinston Aero Modelers Fly Day, the week at the N.C. Global TransPark ACE Camp was packed with excitement and hands-on learning.

ACE Camp at the NC Global TransPark was full of high-flying fun! Campers explored aviation careers with the @NCAviation, flew drones, toured @flyExclusive_ and Draken and got an up-close look at the massive Antonov cargo plane.

N.C. Global TransPark ACE Camp is underway! We launched the week with big energy, exploring Lenoir Community College’s Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center and diving into drone basics.

We're cleared for takeoff at the N.C. GTP Kinston Regional Jetport ACE Academy! Big thanks to our education partners and financial & company supporters — your support helps us inspire the next generation of aviators. Let the journey begin! ✈️

☀️ Looking for some summer fun? There’s still time to register your kids for ACE Camp! From hands-on aviation activities to real-world airport experiences, it’s a summer adventure they’ll never forget.

Love aviation? Join the ACE Academy July 14–17 at the NC Global TransPark in Kinston! ✅ Learn to fly drones ✅ Explore aircraft ✅ Discover aviation careers 📲 Scan the QR code to register!

ACE Academy's at North Carolina Global Transpark are back this July! 3 unique sessions. Hands-on fun. Real-world skills. 📅 Check out the session details below.

Last week, we welcomed the U.S. Army’s XVIII Airborne Corps to the N.C. Global TransPark to explore how our facilities can support their rapid deployment and training needs. bit.ly/439oRbn

Progress is soaring at the future FRC East C130 MRO Complex! 🔹 Stormwater infrastructure 90% complete 🔹 Foundations & footings 85% complete 🔹 Steel has arrived for 2 buildings This facility will support Fleet Readiness Center East in maintaining C130s & other military aircraft

Big moves at NC Global TransPark! With tank work complete and final touches in progress, the new fuel farm is on track for early 2025 completion. More storage, more growth, more fuel for the future! ⛽

🛠️ Progress update: Lenoir Community College Aviation Center for Excellence is taking shape! Site work complete, foundation slabs poured. Next up: raising steel and walls. Exciting times ahead for Eastern NC!

We had a fantastic time hosting @NCDOT 's HBCU Fellows at NC Global TransPark last week! The visit featured insightful discussions on GIS analysis, airport operations, and executive leadership, along with a memorable tour of Draken.

Executive Director Jeremy Stroud shares how the NC Global TransPark is driving economic growth and job creation in Kinston. Details ➡️ bit.ly/3Cs6Qe7

Exciting day at the N.C. Global TransPark as NCDOT's TEAs got an inside look at this key aviation and logistics hub! From cutting-edge aerospace facilities to advanced manufacturing operations, the tour showcased the GTP’s role in driving innovation and economic growth in NC.