Defense Spending Bill Set To Repeal FAA LODA Policy for Flight Training in Experimental Aircraft
Language in the bill eliminates the requirement for pilots and instructors.
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Joby Completes Second of Four System Reviews with FAA
VTOL startup Joby has successfully completed its second of four system reviews required as part of the FAA’s aircraft type certification process, the company announced this week.
Aviation Attorney Presses FAA to Update Mental Health Policies
This pilot-turned-aviation certificate defense lawyer wants the FAA to develop a more comprehensive system to provide pilots the support they need for mental health concerns.
Garmin G5000 Earns EASA Approval for Cessna Citation Excel, XLS
Garmin’s G5000 flight deck for the Cessna Citation Excel and Citation XLS aircraft has officially received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification.
Enstrom Gets Ability To Resume Helicopter Production
The legacy rotorcraft OEM acquired its production certificate from the FAA this week.
Mandatory Service Bulletin Issued for Superior Millennium Cylinders
Three engine models are included in the required intake valve replacement.
Senators Call Part 121 Aircraft Evacuation Standards ‘Unrealistic’
The Emergency Vacating of Aircraft Cabin (EVAC) bill would compel the FAA to simulate more realistic scenarios, including passengers across a wider age range and physical abilities, and with carry-ons.
Knowledge Tests Include Preparation of the Applicant, Location
An instructor reminds us to respect the testing process while pointing out its limitations.
Archer’s Maker eVTOL Makes Transition From Vertical to Cruise Flight
Prototype electric aircraft is a testbed for technology Archer plans to use on Midnight, a design it hopes to certify with the FAA.
Emergency Inspection Called by NTSB for Bell 407 Helicopters
The board urged the FAA and Transport Canada to order examination of tail boom assemblies.
