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.

Jul 19, 2022 - 6:13 AM
Boeing and Alder Fuels are partnering to increase the availability and supply of sustainable aviation fuel.
Eurofighter Typhoon
Jul 16, 2022 - 12:00 PM
Despite much talk surrounding the multinational Tempest program, the Eurofighter partners are implementing an aggressive plan for Typhoon development.
Jul 15, 2022 - 10:21 AM
Some 73,000 pilots have taken advantage of BasicMed and AOPA's Baker told lawmakers that the data has shown zero safety difference.
Helicopter owned by Bristow Group illuminated by helipad lights at night
Jul 14, 2022 - 11:04 AM
Air & Sea Analytics predicts substantial price hikes for the offshore helicopter market.
Collage of SimVenture flying to Oshkosh in a flight simulator and inside of air traffic control tower at Oshkosh
Jul 14, 2022 - 10:10 AM
Flying a virtual arrival to Oshkosh during AirVenture is incredibly realistic and an excellent use of simulator technology.
Jul 14, 2022 - 9:39 AM
The new "slimline" advanced glass cockpit for MD 500E Helicopter features Garmin avionics and has been granted FAA approval for installation.
Donald Baldwin presents a certificate for internship to Anthony Gilbert
Jul 13, 2022 - 10:49 AM
Baldwin Safety & Compliance has initiated an internship program and welcomed its first participant from the first RedTail Academy graduating class.
Helitour helicopter in flight over Hawaiian mountains
Jul 11, 2022 - 11:58 AM
Hawaii Governor David Ige says bill ascribes FAA authority to the state and is unenforceable.
Leonardo AW609 (Photo: Leonardo)
Jul 8, 2022 - 8:15 AM
Bristow's first AW609 is on the Leonardo production line in Philadelphia.
H125 (Photo: Airbus Helicopters)
Jul 8, 2022 - 7:52 AM
Airbus H125 and H130 family of light singles have been delivered to more than 2,000 customers since 1974.