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Northwest Arkansas
First Deliveries to Take Place in Late 2025
Yakima, WA – [February 4, 2025] – CubCrafters, the leading designer and manufacturer of light
STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) utility aircraft, proudly announces that the company’s certified NX
Cub has been chosen by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as the new aircraft for their Golden
Eagles Flight Team going forward. This collaboration marks a significant investment in the future of
precision flight training and competition.
The Golden Eagles Precision Flight Team, based at Embry-Riddle’s Prescott, Arizona campus, is one
of the nation’s most elite collegiate aviation teams, regularly securing top honors at national
competitions. The addition of these state-of-the-art NX Cub aircraft will provide team members
with access to cutting-edge aircraft and avionics that enhance their flight training experience and
competitive edge.
“We are honored to support the next generation of aviation professionals through this partnership
with Embry-Riddle,” said Patrick Horgan, President and CEO of CubCrafters. “The NX Cub is an
exceptional platform for precision flying, offering unparalleled performance, versatility, and safety.
We are excited to see how the Golden Eagles use these aircraft to push the limits of their skill and
expertise.”
Certified under the FAA’s Part 23 rules in 2019, the NX Cub is known for its innovative design
featuring powerful STOL capabilities, an advanced avionics suite, and a rugged, lightweight
airframe. Equipped with a tandem seat cockpit for maximum visibility and a Lycoming 215-
horsepower fuel injected engine for the best power in its class, the aircraft is ideal for precision
flight training environment in which the Golden Eagles regularly operate.
Embry-Riddle’s Golden Eagles have a long history of excellence, consistently dominating at the
National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s SAFECON competition. By incorporating the NX Cub
into their training fleet, the team aims to expand their operational capabilities and further cement
their reputation as the premier collegiate aviation team in the country.
“Our team is constantly seeking ways to enhance our training and performance,” said Shaun
Shephard, Head Coach of the Golden Eagles Flight Team. “We believe that the NX Cub will be
invaluable in developing our pilots’ precision flying skills, and we are incredibly grateful to
CubCrafters for their support.”
Three new NX Cub aircraft will be integrated into the team’s training program in late 2025, offering
students hands-on experience with one of the most capable light aircraft manufactured today.
To learn more about the Golden Eagles Flight Team, visit http://www.prescott.erau.edu/campus-
life/flight-team. For more information about CubCrafters, please visit our website linked below.
Yakima, WA – [February 4, 2025] – CubCrafters, the leading designer and manufacturer of light
STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) utility aircraft, proudly announces that the company’s certified NX
Cub has been chosen by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as the new aircraft for their Golden
Eagles Flight Team going forward. This collaboration marks a significant investment in the future of
precision flight training and competition.
The Golden Eagles Precision Flight Team, based at Embry-Riddle’s Prescott, Arizona campus, is one
of the nation’s most elite collegiate aviation teams, regularly securing top honors at national
competitions. The addition of these state-of-the-art NX Cub aircraft will provide team members
with access to cutting-edge aircraft and avionics that enhance their flight training experience and
competitive edge.
“We are honored to support the next generation of aviation professionals through this partnership
with Embry-Riddle,” said Patrick Horgan, President and CEO of CubCrafters. “The NX Cub is an
exceptional platform for precision flying, offering unparalleled performance, versatility, and safety.
We are excited to see how the Golden Eagles use these aircraft to push the limits of their skill and
expertise.”
Certified under the FAA’s Part 23 rules in 2019, the NX Cub is known for its innovative design
featuring powerful STOL capabilities, an advanced avionics suite, and a rugged, lightweight
airframe. Equipped with a tandem seat cockpit for maximum visibility and a Lycoming 215-
horsepower fuel injected engine for the best power in its class, the aircraft is ideal for precision
flight training environment in which the Golden Eagles regularly operate.
Embry-Riddle’s Golden Eagles have a long history of excellence, consistently dominating at the
National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s SAFECON competition. By incorporating the NX Cub
into their training fleet, the team aims to expand their operational capabilities and further cement
their reputation as the premier collegiate aviation team in the country.
“Our team is constantly seeking ways to enhance our training and performance,” said Shaun
Shephard, Head Coach of the Golden Eagles Flight Team. “We believe that the NX Cub will be
invaluable in developing our pilots’ precision flying skills, and we are incredibly grateful to
CubCrafters for their support.”
Three new NX Cub aircraft will be integrated into the team’s training program in late 2025, offering
students hands-on experience with one of the most capable light aircraft manufactured today.
To learn more about the Golden Eagles Flight Team, visit http://www.prescott.erau.edu/campus-
life/flight-team. For more information about CubCrafters, please visit our website linked below.
