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.
Becker Avionics and Iris Automation are developing a non-required safety-enhancing equipment collision avoidance safety system for GA aircraft and UAVs.
Safran has successfully test run one of its Makila 2 helicopter engines on 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel .
The intermediate twin AW139s will be used by Thai Aviation Services to support an offshore production and exploration contract in the Gulf of Thailand.
Cirrus Aircraft's growing business has lead to expansion of its flight training, management, and engineering capabilities.
CHC Helicopter Group (CHC) has completed its acquisition of Babcock International’s offshore oil-and-gas aviation business.
Highlights of a remarkable turnaround year
Vertiport Chicago adds customers including Blade, anticipates future eVTOL operations.
Nearly 300 Cabri G2s have been delivered worldwide.
Air Methods unit will convert Sikorsky S-70s into Firehawk firefighters.
Hill Helicopters said it would offer its turbine single with an option of either wheeled or skid gear.
