As 2022 takes off, our staff has some ideas about what topics will steer the conversation in the coming year. [Credit: Adobe Stock
Key Takeaways:
Aviation is moving towards greater sustainability, marked by the increasing adoption of unleaded avgas and significant growth in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and use.
The industry anticipates challenges in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) due to rising demand, supply chain disruptions, and a shortage of skilled labor, alongside ongoing FAA regulatory updates for airman certification, light sport aircraft, and air traffic management.
Key technological advancements include the rapid development and testing of eVTOL aircraft, renewed space exploration efforts with NASA's Artemis missions, and accelerated military tech development, particularly in remotely piloted combat vehicles.
This past year has been one filled with heaps of stories of innovation and exploration, and more than a few challenges brought on by the pandemic in the world of aviation. As we jump into 2022, we anxiously await to see what the new year will bring.
Here are a few of the stories FLYING will be watching closely in the coming year.
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