Check out the spectacular sights of EAA AirVenture captured by our master photographers. Source: aopaThunderbirds and other stars
Month: July 2019
Embry-Riddle to buy 60 Cessna Skyhawks
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will buy at least 60 Cessna Skyhawks from Textron Aviation between 2019 and 2022 as the university’s […]
She intends to circumnavigate the world—alone!
Energetic Anh-Thu Nguyen isn’t going to let anything stop her—and she never has. Source: aopaShe intends to circumnavigate the world—alone!
Pipistrel trainer drafted for Air Force program
Pipistrel’s Alpha Trainer has been chosen to train future U.S. Air Force pilots in a solo flight program coordinated by […]
Sporty’s adds smaller Flight Gear Battery Pack
Between iPads, iPhones, ADS-B receivers, and GoPros, there have never been more devices to keep charged in the cockpit. Some […]
PLANE Act takes flight in Congress
Senators Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) and Angus King (I-Maine.) introduced the Promoting the Launch of Aviation’s Next Era (PLANE) Act of […]
Extra takes composite turn
Walter Extra’s airplanes have always been built around a steel frame—until now. Source: aopaExtra takes composite turn
FAA to Further Expand Opportunities for Safe Drone Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) beginning on July 23 will expand the Low Altitude Authorization and Capability (LAANC) system to […]
Lycoming announces new electronic ignition system
Lycoming officials believe the company’s new electronic ignition system will help make general aviation safer. Source: aopaLycoming announces new electronic […]
Solo in the sim
Pattern A. Ugh. Designed to develop basic instrument flying skills, Patterns A and B are valuable exercises in timing turns, […]