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.

Headshot of Tony Dopita in RANS aircraft apparel in front of trees
Jul 21, 2022 - 3:38 PM
RANS Aircraft has appointed long-term employee Tony Dopita as company president.
Jul 21, 2022 - 1:41 PM
Sloane will operate a pair of Leonardo AW169 helicopters for Children's Air Ambulance UK
Hartzell Propeller booth at EAA Airventure
Jul 21, 2022 - 12:46 PM
Hartzell Propeller is celebrating its 50th year in business and showcasing new propeller products on display at EAA AirVenture.
Bristow-owned Sikorsky S92 in flight over ocean
Jul 21, 2022 - 12:19 PM
Bristow will add bases and helicopters following the award of a search and rescue contract with the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
Nose of Military helicopter equipped with laser anti-collision system
Jul 20, 2022 - 2:44 PM
Leonardo's Loam-V2 laser anti-collision system builds on larger, legacy system.
Rachelle Hart, founder of I Hart Flying Foundation next to her pink and black Cirrus
Jul 20, 2022 - 11:05 AM
The I Hart Flying Foundation is unveiling expanded flight scholarships for women at EAA AirVenture.
Airbus H135 air ambulance on helipad
Jul 20, 2022 - 10:27 AM
London Air Ambulance Charity has ordered new Airbus H135s as part of its fleet renewal program.
PBS Velka Bites TJ80-120 turbojet engine
Jul 19, 2022 - 10:35 AM
Engineering company updates original engine; new engine breaks record for thrust-to-weight ratio
Jul 19, 2022 - 9:40 AM
UK’s Aerobility charity group's Grob motorglider has undergone an upgrade to give the disabled the opportunity to fly.
CAE Piper
Jul 19, 2022 - 9:33 AM
Working with Piper, Safran and H55, CAE is developing a supplemental type certificate to electrify Piper's PA-28-181 Archer.