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The Bob Hoover Academy mixes an aviation curriculum with guidance from flying legends to steer at-risk high school students along the right path.

News

Proposed EU Plastics Ban Set to Impact Airline Industry

Critics say the proposed move to remove plastic cutlery, plates and cups from airline flights could actually harm the environment.

By George Clark posted Jun 21st, 2018

A European Commission ban on plastics will affect the airline industry.
News

U.S. Aircraft Expo Comes to Salt Lake City

Representatives from aircraft manufacturers and other aviation related businesses will gather at an SLC FBO.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Jun 21st, 2018

The US Aircraft Expo will take place this weekend at SLC featuring aircraft manufacturers and other related businesses.
News

Lindbergh Innovation Forum Set for AirVenture

Industry experts will gather to discuss future air transportation concepts.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Jun 21st, 2018

Concepts such as future urban air transport will be discussed at the Lindbergh Innovation Forum at AirVenture 2018 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
News

FAA Allowed Unsafe Aircraft to Fly Commercially

A whistleblower’s complaints led to a federal investigation that uncovered disturbing shortcomings within the agency.

By George Clark posted Jun 21st, 2018

According to a whistleblower, the FAA has been negligent with regards to inspecting commercial airplanes.

Video

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Pilot Proficiency

How Our Earliest Flying Experiences Can Create Some of Our Fondest Memories

By Martha Lunken posted Jun 22nd, 2018

Martha Lunken recalls meeting legendary pilot Roscoe Turner.

Pilot Proficiency

How is it Best to Build a Bird?

Getting under the skin.

By Peter Garrison posted Jun 22nd, 2018

The distinction between skin and frame is not always easy to make.

Pilot Proficiency

Chart Wise: Training and Technique

Examining the Butte VOR-A approach to Mooney Airport.

By Rob Mark posted Jun 21st, 2018

The Butte VOR-A approach to Mooney Airport seems pretty straightforward, but nothing is as it seems.
Pilot Proficiency

Stalls Aren’t a Maneuver, They’re an Emergency

Here’s why pilot training needs to change.

By John Zimmerman posted Jun 20th, 2018

Many takeoff stalls have more to do with performance planning or weight-and-balance mistakes than poor stick-and-rudder skills.
Pilot Proficiency

The Trials and Tribulations of Dealing with a Snowstorm

Snow day? No worries.

By Les Abend posted Jun 20th, 2018

The updated New York forecast was looking nasty. A major snowstorm loomed. Les Abend preferred his own reality and remained in denial — at least until he reached cruise…
Aircraft

Bell and Safran Collaborate on Air-Taxi Concept

Futuristic VTOL will be powered by hybrid electric power plant.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Jun 19th, 2018

Bell has partnered with Safran, which will produce the power source for a VTOL currently in the design process.

Avionics

Aspen Avionics' Ingenius Evolution E5

posted Jun 15th, 2018

The Aspen Avionics Evolution E5 is a low-cost display for experimental aircraft.

Pilot Proficiency

Every Kid Can Fly

The Bob Hoover Academy mixes an aviation curriculum with guidance from flying legends to steer at-risk high school students along the right path.

By Pia Bergqvist Marc Howard posted Jun 15th, 2018

The concept of Sean Tucker's Every Kid Can Fly program was to use aviation to inspire at-risk teens to create a better life for themselves.

The Countdown to ADS-B Compliance

With the clock ticking toward 2020, it is time to get serious about equipping for the ADS-B mandate.

Aircraft

Siemens Electric Motor Will Power Sun Flyer 2

Bye Aerospace signed an agreement with a key supplier for the all-electric two-seater.

By Stephen Pope posted May 29th, 2018

Bye Aerospace has selected an electric motor from Siemens for the production version of the Sun Flyer 2.
News

Huge Chinese Seaplane Could Begin Deliveries by 2022

There is one operational glitch yet on this seaplane that needs to be solved.

By Rob Mark posted May 24th, 2018

Chinese media claims dozens of orders for the huge AG600.
Aircraft

Just Aircraft Introduces Single-seat Ultralight

Light Sport manufacturer expects to launch final Just 103 design at AirVenture.

By Pia Bergqvist posted May 15th, 2018

LSA manufacturer Just Aircraft has introduced the Just 103 Ultralight.
Aircraft

Cessna Discontinues Skyhawk JT-A Production

The diesel 172 is no more after a market for the light trainer failed to materialize.

By Stephen Pope posted May 15th, 2018

Cessna had high hopes for the market for diesel singles, but the manufacturer never found the market overseas it predicted as the Skyhawk JT-A failed to win sales.

Aircraft

Embraer Unveils eVTOL Design at Uber Elevate Summit

Candidates for metropolitan air-taxi concept are committed to creating viable products.

By Pia Bergqvist posted May 10th, 2018

GA manufacturers launched conceptual designs for Uber's air taxi program.
Aircraft

SureFly Goes Airborne with a Pilot Aboard

Helicopter-like aircraft is easier to fly than a traditional copter.

By Rob Mark posted May 8th, 2018

SureFly recently completed its first official flight with a human on board.
Aircraft

How to Buy a Warbird

Tips on finding and owning the military airplane of your dreams.

By Rob Mark posted Apr 27th, 2018

Around the world, warbirds are treated as they should be, with much reverence, love and care. Here's how you can own one.
Aircraft

Airbus Beluga XL’s First Flight Approaching

True whale of an aircraft offers improved odd-size cargo operations.

By Rob Mark Airbus Photo posted Apr 24th, 2018

The Beluga XL is expected to enter service in 2019.

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