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.

AIRS-400
Jun 25, 2021 - 10:14 AM
Appareo's new AIRS-400 image recorder enables operators to implement FDM and FOQA programs.
Jun 25, 2021 - 9:50 AM
Ortega Aviation Services in Wichita has awarded ground school scholarships to nine area police officers.
Chronos
Jun 25, 2021 - 9:23 AM
Mid-Continent's new Chronos clocks combine features such as USB power, time, timer, volts, and temperature.
Rendering of Eve's EVA
Jun 24, 2021 - 11:11 AM
UAM manufacturer Eve and transport provider Blade have struck a deal whereby Eve will provide Blade with eVTOL use starting in 2026.
Jun 23, 2021 - 10:12 AM
Operator, pilot's estate, settle with families in Kobe Bryant helicopter crash.
SkyDisplay
Jun 23, 2021 - 7:56 AM
The STC for MyGoFlight's SkyDisplay head-up display brings added safety features to GA aircraft at a significantly lower price.
Jun 22, 2021 - 12:09 PM
While Massachusetts governor declares July general aviation appreciation month, the state senate is considering a $1,000 per GA aircraft landing fee.
Jun 21, 2021 - 10:52 AM
U.S. Fifth Circuit rules that helitour crash counsel isn't entitled to view all interagency documents between the NTSB and parties to the investigation.
Airbus H145
Jun 16, 2021 - 10:37 AM
SAF is adding three more five-bladed Airbus Helicopters H145s to its air ambulance fleet in France and Belgium.
Jun 14, 2021 - 12:08 PM
The Black Hawk helicopter's snorkel was observed swinging "violently" before impacting the main rotors and perhaps the tailboom.