General Aviation
News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.
Rotorcraft
Konner Appoints Distributor for Ultralight Helicopters
The Italian company is displaying its K-1 and K-2 models at this week's European Rotors show
FBOs
Argus Recognizes Saudia Private with Base Ops Audit Award
The audit focuses on reducing ground incidents and aircraft damage
Regulations and Government
Other Voices: It’s Time to Add to the U.S.’s Rich Aviation History
T&I Chair Graves encourages Senate to pass FAA bill
Aircraft
New Zealand Flight School Orders 10 Tecnam Trainers
Deal includes P2008 JC, P2006T, and P-Mentor models
Aircraft
Diamond's First Middle East Customer Takes DA50 RG
The aircraft's diesel engine burns much less fuel than typical piston airplanes
Training and Workforce
Flexjet Launches Bizjet Cabin Server Training Academy
Red Label Academy offers a two-week hospitality training program
Aircraft
AeroGuard Scales Up Operations with Order for 90 Piper Archers
The AeroGuard order is the latest in a string of trainer fleet contracts for Piper this year
Rotorcraft
Skyryse Claims First Automated Autorotation Landing
The company aims to roll out the first production example of its converted R66 helicopter in early 2024
Aircraft
Checkered Final Flag at Reno
The 2023, and final, Reno Air Races drew an estimated 140,000 specators
Accidents
NTSB: McSpadden Reported Problem before Fatal Crash
McSpadden had been on air-to-air photography mission
Avionics
Flying Firefighters Upgrading to Universal Avionics
The upgrade adds Universal's modern InSight avionics
Safety
SpaceX Astronauts Jared Isaacman and Dr. Sian Proctor Talk Space Exploration and Aviation
The two civilians crewed SpaceX's Inspiration4 mission together.
Aircraft
Wipaire Develops Composite Floats for Twin Otter
The new float is considerably lighter than the current all-metal unit
Fuel
Aviation Groups Urge Orderly Removal of Lead from Avgas
EPA guidance confirms danger to public health from leaded aviation fuel
Aircraft
Gulfstream G500 OK'd for Steep Approaches
G500 demonstrated steep approach capabilities into London City and Lugano
Accidents
Air Safety Institute's McSpadden, a 'True Giant,' Dies in Aircraft Crash
The aircraft was on an emergency return to Lake Placid Airport
Training and Workforce
North Dakota Airport To Host Scholarship Fundraiser
The 7th Annual Props & Hops will take place on October 5.
Avionics
SkySensor ADS-B In Completes uAvionix System
Simple installation and low cost are motivating buyers of uAvionix ADS-B systems
Regulations and Government
International Team Arranges Rescue of Tally the Turtle
Turtles Fly Too racks up another turtle save
Avionics
iFly EFB App Now Compatible with Avidyne Avionics
Electronic flight bag app gets major update
Avionics
Aspen, Trio Offer Low-cost Display, Autopilot Package
Upgrade provides cockpit upgrade for light aircraft owners
Training and Workforce
TRU Sells King Air Sims to Canadian Firm
Deal includes full-flight sim and a training device
Aircraft
Octans Cygnus Prototype Flies To LABACE
Octans has applied for ANAC certification of the Cygnus
Aircraft
AOPA Planning National Mall Flyover in May 2024
Event will celebrate history of general aviation
Aircraft
Tecnam Bringing P-Mentor Trainer to U.S. Market
Tecnam says its Rotax-powered two-seat trainer will significantly reduce costs.
Maintenance and Modifications
Garmin Introduces GHA 15 Altitude Reader
Garmin’s new radar-based altitude callout system is designed to help pilots know how far their aircraft is from the ground during landing.
Aircraft
Diamond's Electric eDA40 Trainer Makes First Flight
The two-seat Diamond eDA40 should complete type certification by early 2024.
