KU Contemplates Selling Cessna Jet Used by University
The KU administration resists divesting a Cessna C14 jet deemed an essential business tool for donor relations, athletics, and outreach. A May review by the University Senate urged selling the plane, citing high consulting fees and questionable use, while lawmakers in the Kansas Legislature consider auditing the state aircraft fleet.
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KU Jet Costs Highlight Wasteful Use of Aircraft
A University of Kansas report criticizes the KU aerospace jet for excessive use and high costs. It cites 492 trips totaling 157,955 nautical miles over 2015 to 2017, with KU Athletics and KU Medical Center as major users. Operational costs exceed industry averages, prompting lawmakers to consider aircraft liquidation amid budget pressures.
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Flight expense fuels debate over KU jet use in state
University Senate found KU paid $4,400 for a flight charged to the Secretary of State. Critics say selling the aircraft could yield about 6.6 million cash and save over 1 million annually. lawmakers push fleet review while Kobach campaigns for governor.
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Preston Leaves KU as Bill Self Confirms End of era
KU coach Bill Self confirmed that Preston's time at Kansas is finished after a season of suspensions and NCAA investigations. The 6-foot-10 freshman from Los Angeles planned to pursue professional play in Europe or the NBA, with his mother expressing frustration over delays and Preston tweeting about cooperation with the NCAA amid the six week plus process. He did not sign with an agent and plans to enter the June NBA Draft.
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