General Aviation
News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.
Aircraft
FAA Certifies Icon A5 Amphibian in Primary Category
The certification will help Icon sell the A5 in other countries
Maintenance and Modifications
Hillsboro Aviation Appointed Airbus Helicopters Mx Center
Suite of services includes maintenance, upgrades, warranty work, aircraft completions, and OEM part sales
Engines
Aero-Dienst Marks 30-year Legacy with Pratt & Whitney Canada
Aero-Dienst has played a significant role in advancing engine technology over three decades
Regulations and Government
Trevor Jacob Heading to Jail but Still Flying
FAA is reinstating his pilot certificate a year after it was revoked
Engines
Pratt & Whitney Marks PT6’s Diamond Anniversary
The versatile turboprop has amassed more than 500 million flight hours
Maintenance and Modifications
Boost Systems Cargo Baskets Win Transport Canada STC
FAA certification is pending
Accidents
AOPA: General Aviation Accident Rate Declines in 2021
Total accidents rise, but so do overall flight hours
Rotorcraft
Konner Appoints Distributor for Ultralight Helicopters
The Italian company is displaying its K-1 and K-2 models at this week's European Rotors show
Charter & Fractional
PJCC: Almost All New Private Flyers Sticking with It
More new flyers are exclusively using private aviation for leisure travel
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Regulations and Government
Other Voices: It’s Time to Add to the U.S.’s Rich Aviation History
T&I Chair Graves encourages Senate to pass FAA bill
FBOs
Argus Recognizes Saudia Private with Base Ops Audit Award
The audit focuses on reducing ground incidents and aircraft damage
Aircraft
New Zealand Flight School Orders 10 Tecnam Trainers
Deal includes P2008 JC, P2006T, and P-Mentor models
Aircraft
Diamond's First Middle East Customer Takes DA50 RG
The aircraft's diesel engine burns much less fuel than typical piston airplanes
Aircraft
AeroGuard Scales Up Operations with Order for 90 Piper Archers
The AeroGuard order is the latest in a string of trainer fleet contracts for Piper this year
Training and Workforce
Flexjet Launches Bizjet Cabin Server Training Academy
Red Label Academy offers a two-week hospitality training program
Rotorcraft
Skyryse Claims First Automated Autorotation Landing
The company aims to roll out the first production example of its converted R66 helicopter in early 2024
Aircraft
Checkered Final Flag at Reno
The 2023, and final, Reno Air Races drew an estimated 140,000 specators
Accidents
NTSB: McSpadden Reported Problem before Fatal Crash
McSpadden had been on air-to-air photography mission
Avionics
Flying Firefighters Upgrading to Universal Avionics
The upgrade adds Universal's modern InSight avionics
Safety
SpaceX Astronauts Jared Isaacman and Dr. Sian Proctor Talk Space Exploration and Aviation
The two civilians crewed SpaceX's Inspiration4 mission together.
Aircraft
Wipaire Develops Composite Floats for Twin Otter
The new float is considerably lighter than the current all-metal unit
Fuel
Aviation Groups Urge Orderly Removal of Lead from Avgas
EPA guidance confirms danger to public health from leaded aviation fuel
Aircraft
Gulfstream G500 OK'd for Steep Approaches
G500 demonstrated steep approach capabilities into London City and Lugano
Accidents
Air Safety Institute's McSpadden, a 'True Giant,' Dies in Aircraft Crash
The aircraft was on an emergency return to Lake Placid Airport
Training and Workforce
North Dakota Airport To Host Scholarship Fundraiser
The 7th Annual Props & Hops will take place on October 5.
Avionics
SkySensor ADS-B In Completes uAvionix System
Simple installation and low cost are motivating buyers of uAvionix ADS-B systems
Regulations and Government
International Team Arranges Rescue of Tally the Turtle
Turtles Fly Too racks up another turtle save
Avionics
iFly EFB App Now Compatible with Avidyne Avionics
Electronic flight bag app gets major update
