Top 10 Flying Blogs of 2014

Tuesday, December 09, 2014 at 10:12 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Key aviation discussions in 2014 revolved around regulatory challenges, including persistent TFR incursions, the FAA's stance on pilot ride-sharing, and resistance to relaxing third-class medical requirements.
Safety concerns were prominent, addressing the rising threat of unregulated drones, rethinking responses to inflight emergencies, and the critical need for advanced tracking systems following the disappearance of MH370.
Industry developments included Textron's acquisition of Beechcraft, the commercial failure of the Cessna Skycatcher, and the Air Line Pilot Association debunking the myth of a looming pilot shortage.

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