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Listed chronologically in the order that each will be visited during the Carter Future Flight-I
Georgia Tech School of Aerospace Engineering
The Georgia Tech Center of Excellence in Rotorcraft Technology (CERT) is the largest and oldest U.S. Army Rotorcraft Center of Excellence (RCOE) and is under the Directorship of Dr. Daniel P. Schrage. It is known for being a true partner with industry and government in providing a critical mass of researchers conducting interdisciplinary research in the critical rotorcraft technology fields.
Dr. Schrage is also the key contact for Carter's demonstration at GA Tech and comments, "In order to be viable a Personal Air Vehicle is going to have to be quiet, flexible, economical, easy to use and above all safe. Carter's technology is the only currently available technology that can meet all of these criterion."
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Hampton Inn Southlake
The Hampton Inn Southlake provides clean and comfortable accommodations with many guest amenities including a complimentary, On the House TM hot breakfast, 24 hour coffee and tea service in the lobby, high speed internet access and much more.
"The hotel staff is excited to support the future flight effort. We understand how important it is to be innovative and to stay ahead of the crowd. These are attributes we try to display at the hotel level with our practices and amenities." - Rachel Ewert, Director of Sales.
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South Georgia Technical College
South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) is the first technical college in the United States to be selected as a premiere site for the NASA Science, Engineering, and Mathematic Aerospace Academy Education Laboratory. The new NASA lab is housed in the Griffin B. Bell Aerospace building. SGTC offers associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates, as well as continuing education and adult education courses on two campuses. With the main campus located in Americus and a branch campus in Cordele, SGTC is one of only two technical colleges in the state to offer on-campus housing and is the only technical college in Georgia to offer intercollegiate athletics. The men's and ladies teams, the JETS and Lady JETS compete within the Georgia Junior College Athletic Association.
"South Georgia Technical College has a rich history of aviation dating back to Charles A. Lindbergh. That proud past combined with the opportunity for SGTC to be able to touch the newest aviation innovation goes hand in hand with our mission to motivate students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics through the implementation of SGTC's new NASA Aerospace Education Lab in the Griffin B. Bell Aerospace building." - Sparky Reeves, President
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Longhorn Steakhouse, Tifton, GA
At LongHorn® Steakhouse, we know steak. We know how to season it, grill it, what to serve before it, after it, and what goes best with it. We take pride in the experience that 25 years of grilling has given us and it shows. So come to the place that takes steak as seriously as you do. Come to LongHorn, and expect more from your steak.
"Longhorn Tifton is always looking for ways to support our community. I feel like the flight of the CGDT will bring interest into the community of Tifton. As one of the top three technological cities in Georgia, this will be a wonderful event for our town." - Todd Cook, Managing Owner
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Best Western Gateway Grand
The Best Western Gateway Grand is a full service hotel and conference center offering guests the value of spacious and comfortable accommodations, professional conference services and a friendly staff all conveniently located next to Interstate 75 which provides travelers access to the middle of the state of Florida with ease.
"We at the Best Western Gateway Grand are excited to be a part of the family vacation of the future and anxiously await what this new mode of travel will mean for the tourism industry." - Rebecca Neville, Director of Sales
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Gainesville Harley-Davidson & Buell Motorcycles
Gainesville Harley-Davidson & Buell has been serving the North Central Florida region for over thirteen years. Our dedicated staff have the experience and passion to help the Harley enthusiast with all of their riding needs.
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Florida Museum of Natural History
At the Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville, visitors can enjoy hundreds of butterflies, witness a South Florida Calusa Indian welcoming ceremony, experience a life-sized limestone cave and see a mammoth and mastodon from the last Ice Age. Permanent exhibits include Northwest Florida: Waterways and Wildlife, South Florida People and Environments, Hall of Florida Fossils: Evolution of Life and Land, and the newly opened McGuire Center for Lepidoptera and Biodiversity, which features the screened, outdoor Butterfly Rainforest exhibit.
"The Florida Museum supports this demonstration as we recognize the need for alternative transportation. Conservation of natural resources is our collective mission and to participate in such an exercise that is both fun and educational is a pleasant diversion for the Museum." - Graig Shaak, Associate Director
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Harn Museum of Art
The Harn Museum of Art is an essential cultural resource of the University of Florida and is accredited by the American Association of Museums. The 86,000-square-foot museum is one of the largest visual arts facilities in Florida and among the largest university art museums in the southeastern United States. The museum's collection currently consists of more than 7,000 works of art in various media, with concentrations in Asian art, African art, Contemporary art, Modern art and Photography. The Harn offers a vast array of education programs and classes for adults and children. The Camellia Court Cafe offers a variety of light fare, including sandwiches, tapas, desserts, beer and wine.
"As a museum that prides itself on the artistic innovation within its surroundings, the Harn Museum is excited to sponsor Carter's innovation in aviation that will provide the opportunity to go beyond traditional boundaries." - Christine Hale, Director of Marketing and Public Relations
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Sailport Resort
Sailport Resort is Tampa's only All Waterfront, All Suite hotel! Each of our ONE BEDROOM and TWO BEDROOM suites have a spectacular view of Olde Tampa Bay. We provide DAILY, WEEKLY and MONTHLY rentals at single room rates.
"Sailport Resort at Rocky Point in Tampa is proud to be part of this grand step into the future of travel. We are delighted to be a showcase 'landing site.' " - George Hoch, General Manager
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Gulf Coast Avionics
Gulf Coast Avionics is a leading supplier of avionics, pilot supplies and aircraft services. For over 21 years Gulf Coast Avionics has been providing quality merchandise from name brand manufacturers to keep pilots, aircraft owners and operators flying.
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