ALPA to Return $50 Million in Member Dues Amid ‘Record Revenue Gains’
The world’s largest pilots union is returning member dues in a ‘first-of-its-kind’ move.
FAA Issues Final SMS Rule
The final rule requires charter, air tour operators and many manufacturers to develop and maintain safety management systems.
Forum Stresses More Work Needed to Meet GA Unleaded Fuel Goals
A partnership of aviation industry and government agencies aims to eliminate leaded fuels for piston engine aircraft in the U.S. by the end of 2030.
Official: Denmark to Send F-16s to Ukraine
The confirmation comes days after the Nordic country marked the sale of two dozen of its F-16s to Argentina.
‘FLYING’ Announces Hiring of New Editorial Director
Randy Bolinger brings experience, diverse aviation background, and strong leadership to the role.
Always Look for a Place to Land
Here’s how to identify emergency landing areas before you need them.
This 2023 Cirrus SF50 G2+ Vision Jet Is a Fully Integrated ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Designed for pilots stepping up from piston singles, the Vision Jet eases the cockpit workload.
A New Mission to Break Down Barriers
Former airline chief Doug Parker leads a charge to open doors to aviation.
Aviation Groups Push Back on Proposal Targeting New York Helicopter Operations
The New York’s City Council Committee on Economic Development included proposals in its agenda to implement a noise tax on ‘non-essential’ helicopter and seaplane operations.
Women’s Aerospace Network Accepting Award Nominations
The career networking group is set to announce Women in Space award finalists in late May.
Development Underway for New 400-Acre Fort Smith Metro Area Airpark
The new Patriot Park fly-in community will be centered around a 2,300-foot-long turf runway and is expected to boast more than 200 homes in Pocola, Oklahoma.
This 1980 Piper PA-23-250 Aztec F Is a Short-Field, Load-Carrying ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
While its high-lift wing is not fast, it gives the Aztec impressive load-carrying and short-field performance.
American Scales Back Pilot Hiring Plans
The airline is pausing its summer classes and reducing its hiring targets by nearly half in 2024.
Lesson Is Learned the Hard Way When Trusting Unfamiliar A&P
There are people in aviation you can trust —and those you cannot.
FAA Adopts New Rules for Air Traffic Controller Rest
In the past year, at least 500 near collisions involving major airlines were reported.
Electric Air Taxi Manufacturer Archer Aviation Opens D.C. Office
With a new headquarters and growing policy, government, and regulatory affairs team, Archer is stepping up its presence on Capitol Hill.
NASA Dragonfly Mission to Saturn’s Largest Moon a ‘Go’
NASA’s nuclear-powered, dual-quadcopter rotorcraft is expected to travel tens of miles in an hour, much farther than any existing rover.
‘Starship Enterprise’ Model Found on eBay Authenticated as Original
The 3-foot-long model that belonged to ‘Star Trek’ creator Gene Roddenberry had been missing since 1978.
Is This the End of the Pilot Shortage?
A professional pilot discusses what it all means and what you can expect going forward.
Pilot Shortage ‘Isn’t Real,’ ALPA Says
The union claims that there’s a surplus of airline pilots.
This 1927 WACO 10 Is a Golden Age ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Open-cockpit classic biplane offers pilots and passengers a peek into the early days of airmail.
Make Flight Reviews for CFIs Worthwhile
When you are a busy instructor, flying for yourself can be particularly enjoyable.
Tecnam Unveils P2006T NG at AERO 2024
The design revamp includes more than 300 improvements to its popular P2006T MkII twin piston.
Boom Supersonic Gets FAA Permission to Break the Sound Barrier
The approval will allow the Colorado startup to fly its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft faster than Mach 1 up to 20 times over the next year.
Electra.aero Nabs $1.9M Army Contract for Electric Aircraft Testing
The manufacturer’s flagship, hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft requires only the space of a soccer field to launch and touch down.
Continental Unveils CD-170R Rotorcraft-Specific Heavy Fuel Engine
The powerplant manufacturer expects it to be certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency by the end of the year.
This 1979 Cessna P210N Centurion Is a Family-Friendly ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Pressurization turns the powerful Cessna 210 into a serious high-altitude traveler.
5 Attributes of a Top-Notch Maintenance Provider
Choosing the wrong mechanic or shop could cost you dearly.
Drone Pilot Named Marine Aviator of the Year
Gentry said he chose drones after graduation 10 years ago because they were the ‘most deployed’ units.
Airline Pilots Must Not Dismiss Mental Well-Being
Is the profession experiencing a new threat?
Boeing Workers Reluctant to Speak Up, FAA Panel Tells Senate
There’s a disconnect between the aerospace giant’s management and what is seen and experienced by technicians and engineers, lawmakers are told in a hearing Wednesday.
DARPA Achieves Major Breakthrough with AI-Controlled Aircraft
The agency says successful AI dogfighting trials could support the use of autonomous systems in other complex scenarios.
Garmin Options Start with Not Ditching Your G430 or G530
Garmin issued a service advisory regarding the service life of its legacy products in January.
Eve Receives Order For Up to 50 Electric Air Taxis From Japan’s AirX
AirX also becomes the Brazilian manufacturer’s first services and operations solutions and Vector software customer in Japan.
Boeing Whistleblower Wants 787 Fleet Grounded
The issues raised by the engineer have been subject to rigorous examination under FAA oversight, according to Boeing.
How Do You Check NOTAMs?
Here’s how to build in the habit of getting a thorough weather briefing before every flight.
This 1947 Luscombe 8E Is a Rugged, Mid-Century ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Many 1940s-era taildraggers offer pilots vintage appeal at lower prices than more plentiful, popular models.
Bam! In Life and in the Air, Things Can Change in a Hurry
A cancer diagnosis shows this longtime pilot just how quickly one’s entire perspective can be altered.
Boeing Ready to Buy 7.5 Million Gallons of SAF
Aerospace giant makes its largest order for sustainable aviation fuel.
Vertiport Developer Skyportz to Launch Operations as Wilbur Air
The wholly owned subsidiary will operate advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft, including hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft from Electra.
Cessna 407: Full Steam Ahead, Right Up Until the End
The aircraft was based on a T-37 ‘Tweet’ primary jet trainer modified for civilian use.
Lilium Begins Producing Battery Packs for Electric Jet
Each electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) Lilium Jet will include 10 battery packs, which provide range and redundancy.
Caribbean Charter Set to Be Tecnam P2012 STOL Launch Customer
The aircraft’s short field capabilities make it ideal platform for a unique environment such as the West Indies, the manufacturer says.
Avoiding and Surviving Bird Strikes
According to the FAA, pilots are asked to report encounters with all birds, bats, and terrestrial mammals larger than 2.2 pounds.
This 1994 SOCATA TB-21 Trinidad TC Is a Rare, Stylish ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Doors that swing upward give passengers easy access to a roomy cabin.
Chart Wise: New Orleans VOR DME 36L (KNEW)
A good GPS navigation system would help a lot on this Louisiana approach.
Lycoming Claims Fuel Aromatics May Be at Root of UND Fleet Valve Problems
The University of North Dakota had reported ‘abnormal exhaust valve recession’ before reverting back to 100LL aviation fuel.
NASA Is Asking for Help to Return Samples That Could Uncover Life on Mars
The Mars Sample Return program is a joint NASA-ESA effort, with the goal of uncovering signs of ancient life on the Red Planet.
Garmin Demos New VHF Radios
The company recently announced its new VHF nav/com radios that nicely complement its line of compact touchscreen GPS navigators.
Next-Level Flight Simulation with Navigraph
In a simulated flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, apps for flight planning, charts, and navigation data seamlessly integrate to enhance the virtual experience.
Drone Delivery Firm RigiTech Looks to Expand U.S. Operations with FAA Approval
The company has a partnership with U.S.-based Spright, the drone delivery subsidiary of Air Methods, to deploy its Eiger drone worldwide.
Reenacting Bombing Missions in an F-117 Nighthawk
Ride along on a Microsoft Flight Simulator journey through history in the world’s first top-secret stealth aircraft.
Ohio GA Airport Beats with a Heart of Steel
Acquisition of Phillipsburg Airport has been a homecoming for its new owners and a home base for their aircraft sales business.
This 1977 Beechcraft Baron 58P Is a Significantly Upgraded ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick
Speedy light twin offers pressurized comfort, modern avionics, and low-time engines.
Fatal Cirrus Accident Shows That Some Knowledge Doesn’t Translate
Helicopter pilot’s fixed-wing inexperience proved costly in a desert mountainside crash that killed four.
Cargo Airline Sends New Boeing 767 Freighters Directly to Storage
Soft airfreight market forces Northern Air Cargo affiliate to postpone use of aircraft.
Air Force Secretary Plans to Get in Cockpit of Self-Flying Fighter Jet
The Air Force is building an army of artificial intelligence-powered warfighters, each of which will command a fleet of small, buzzing drones.
Boeing to Face Senate Scrutiny Amid Safety Concerns, Whistleblower Allegations
The hearing will feature a panel of experts who released a report critical of Boeing’s safety culture in February.
Wizz Air to Use SAF Produced from Human Waste
U.K. biofuel company Firefly will supply human waste-originated SAF to ultra-low-cost carrier by 2028.
Electric Aircraft Manufacturer Electron Secures Orders from Air2E, Hopscotch
The Dutch company says the two ‘significant’ orders bring its sales pipeline to an estimated $213 million.