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, […]
Piper sales up
A surge in demand for flight training around the world boosted sales of Piper trainers during the first half of […]
ForeFlight introduces Sentry Mini ADS-B Receiver
Portable weather receivers, especially those that pick up the free ADS-B broadcasts, have exploded in popularity over the past five […]