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Spatial disorientation: GA’s deadliest threat

By Janice Wood · June 5, 2025 · 2 Comments

According to 2025 research from the FAA’s Civil Aerospace Medical Institute, general aviation accidents caused by spatial disorientation had a 94% fatality rate compared to the 19% fatality rate for all GA accidents.

Flight Risk Assessment Tool released for ag pilots

By General Aviation News Staff · May 22, 2025 · Leave a Comment

The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) has released a Flight Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) designed specifically for ag aviation.

From special ops to safe landings

By Ben Sclair · May 9, 2025 · Leave a Comment

A conversation with his dad led Sean “Skeeter” Sherman to develop the Stadia line of AGL altimeters.

More than 5,000 pilots take part in safety campaign

By General Aviation News Staff · April 18, 2025 · Leave a Comment

In the wake of recent high-profile general aviation accidents in New York and Florida, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Air Safety Institute reports that more than 5,000 pilots have already participated in the National Pause for General Aviation Safety.

A new lease on life for checklists

By Ben Sclair · April 9, 2025 · 2 Comments

When Barry Munsterteiger reached out to Checkmate Aviation for help with a checklist, he never expected to become the new owner of the company.

National GA safety campaign takes off

By General Aviation News Staff · April 1, 2025 · Leave a Comment

This FAA Safety Team-supported initiative seeks to encourage all GA pilots to take 15 to 60 minutes in the next six months to sharpen their focus on flying safely by reviewing safety videos, articles, and more.

Is it safe to fly?

By General Aviation News Staff · March 14, 2025 · Leave a Comment

While an increase in aviation accidents has everyone concerned, it’s important to remember that safety is not a light switch.

General aviation survival tips and techniques

By General Aviation News Staff · March 13, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Improved survival planning before flight, along with survival training, can significantly improve a pilot’s chances of surviving an accident.

FAA video series increases safety for general aviation pilots

By General Aviation News Staff · March 12, 2025 · Leave a Comment

FAA's From The Flight Deck Video Series

“Pilots and flight instructors are tapping into this resource to fly safely and educate trainees, evidenced by the 1 million-plus views to the series on YouTube,” officials noted.

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