At the airport
Every Wednesday pilots and students gather for ground school and food. At my local airport one of the instructors Scott holds a ground school for new students and feeds them,…
FAA reports low attrition following PSI fee changes
The FAA responded just over a month after AOPA joined other industry advocates asking the agency to intervene to stem the loss of testing centers now being reimbursed at lower…
AOPA supports FAA as single safety regulator
AOPA and other aviation industry players signed a letter urging Congress to codify longstanding law that the FAA is the sole regulator on all matters concerning aviation operations, air traffic…
Aviation industry looks forward to sustainable fuels
In his opening remarks at the General Aviation Manufacturers Association press conference at Aero Friedrichshafen, SimCom International CEO Eric Hinson set the tone of the day. He said that ultimately…
Junkers does it again
OK, I admit it. I’m infatuated with corrugated metal. Molded into the shape of an aircraft. That’s why every year at Aero Friedrichshafen I report on the latest offerings from…
Ultralights answered Europe’s need for speed
Remember the user-fees scare of 20 years ago?
Future of aviation showcased at Aero Friedrichshafen
In many senses, Aero Friedrichshafen represents the depth of the Europe-wide commitment to future aviation technology, pilot training, and the preservation of an ecologically friendly environment. If you want a…
AOPA supports FAA as single safety regulator
AOPA and other aviation industry players signed a letter urging Congress to codify longstanding law that the FAA is the sole regulator on all matters concerning aviation operations, air traffic…
Cirrus climbs past 9,000 pistons
To commemorate its 9,000th piston airplane, Cirrus Aircraft is producing a limited edition of themed SR22s.
Showers of scholarships
Students headed for careers in the aviation industry should apply for these scholarships with funds set to arrive as the fall 2023 semester starts.