Ten Cool Things We Learned at FLYING’s Virtual Event

Key figures across aviation took part in FLYING’s first virtual event: “What’s Next in General Aviation: A Virtual Event Presented by FlightSafety.”

Thom Patterson

Monday, November 01, 2021 at 06:14 PM ET

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FLYING's first virtual event gave us plenty of things to think about regarding the future of aviation. FLYING

Key Takeaways:

The general aviation industry is experiencing significant innovation in aircraft design, including new models from established manufacturers, the rise of electric aircraft (eFlyer2, eDA40, Velis Electro), and the emergence of drones and eVTOL for advanced air mobility.
Avionics are being revolutionized with AI-based pilot aid systems, enhanced navigation tools, and critical safety features like Garmin's award-winning Autoland, making flights safer and more efficient.
New trends are shaping GA operations, such as the growth of niche aviation sports like STOL Drag, advancements in realistic flight simulation training, and the introduction of flexible aircraft co-ownership and fractional programs.
A strong push towards environmental sustainability is evident through ongoing developments in electric propulsion for aircraft and the increasing availability and adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

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It’s not every day you get the opportunity to hear inside information about the general aviation industry from such a wide variety of leaders, pioneers, and innovators. Key figures across manufacturing, avionics, experimental, STOL, sustainable fuels, and co-ownership took part Wednesday in FLYING’s first virtual event: “What’s Next in General Aviation: A Virtual Event Presented by FlightSafety.”

In case you missed it, here are a few highlights and takeaways.