<em>Doc</em>, the Wichita-based Boeing B-29 Superfortress in restoration, has received funding through a Kickstarter campaign needed for flight testing. The […]
Increase in smaller jets means smaller profits
Analyst Brian Foley predicts smaller jets will claim a larger percentage of sales, resulting in lower profits for manufacturers. Source: […]
GAMA welcomes electric/hybrid aircraft
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association has established a new associate member category for electrically powered and hybrid-propulsion aircraft. Source: aopaGAMA […]
Vape mods banned on planes, DCA says after mid-air explosion
Battery-powered electronic smoking devices – or vape mods – are banned from airplane cabins, the Department of Civil Aviation said. […]
GA-ASI Awarded Major US Army Contract
The U.S. Army has awarded a contract to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems for 19 Improved Gray Eagle (IGE) Unmanned Aircraft […]
Picture of the day: Flying over the falls
Marcus Baker sent us this photo of a Piper Cheyenne II flying over Niagra Falls. Source: http://generalaviationnews.comPicture of the […]
Tips for frugal renters
Not all pilots fly their own wings. For a variety of reasons, many frugal pilots choose to rent aircraft. They […]
Pilot from Connecticut dies when small plane crashes into Massachusetts woods
The aircraft veered to the right after takeoff from Worcester Regional Airport and crashed into trees on airport property, Early […]
New enclosed flight facility for drones debuts
SALINA, Kansas — Kansas State University Salina and industry partner Westar Energy are increasing education about remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) […]
Deadline approaching to apply for WAI scholarships
Two deadlines are approaching for those interested in applying for a Women in Aviation (WAI) scholarship for 2016. To apply, you […]