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:

General aviation is experiencing a wave of innovation with new aircraft designs from various manufacturers, the rapid development of electric and eVTOL aircraft, and the expansion of drone technology.
Significant advancements in avionics and safety systems are being introduced, including AI-based pilot aids, integrated app functionalities, and life-saving technologies like Garmin's Autoland.
The GA landscape is evolving with the rise of new aviation segments like STOL drag, the introduction of flexible aircraft ownership models, and a growing emphasis on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for environmental responsibility.

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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.