Bye Aerospace has reached a milestone as the FAA awarded a Special Airworthiness Certificate to its all-electric eFlyer 2. The approval clears the path for the two-seat training aircraft to begin flight testing.
Telescopic Windsock Pole for Agricultural Aviation and Private Airstrips Introduced
The Custom Windsock Co. has introduced a new telescopic windsock pole designed to make airstrip and hangar maintenance safer and easier. Extending up to 20 feet, the pole allows owners to inspect and replace windsocks directly from ground level without needing ladders.
Ag Pilot Forgets to Refuel For His Next Flight
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inattention to refueling during turn-around operations which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Picture of the Day: Flying Over Niagara Falls
Alison Tantillo submitted this photo and note: “I have a bucket list of flights I want to accomplish in a Cessna 172 and this flight was on the top of that list. I was able to go up with my friend on a day trip to Niagara Falls departing from New Jersey. Most amazing flight I have done to date and would recommend to any pilot.”
Samson Sky Raises $80 Million for Flying Car Production
Samson Sky, maker of the Switchblade Flying Car, has secured an $80 million investment from the Dubai-based Matin Group. The investment will go towards establishing the company’s first U.S. production facility, accelerating its journey to bringing this street-legal, hybrid aircraft to the market.
New AI Tool Offers Mock Checkrides
Critique AI has introduced Check-Ride.ai, a new platform offering realistic, AI-driven mock checkrides for pilots. By simulating the oral portion of an FAA exam, this tool provides scored debriefs and personalized study pointers.
Gulfstream Collides With Cessna 172 While Taxiing
Probable Cause: The Gulfstream pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from the Cessna while taxiing that resulted in a ground collision.
Picture of the Day: Cycling Past College Park Airport
Douglas Hackelton submitted this photo and note: “I took this photo in August 2026 while cycling on the NE Branch Trail, part of the Anacostia River Trail system in Maryland. I couldn’t resist placing my bike against the brush to get a photo of the west end of the runway at College Park Airport (KCGS).”
New FAA Video Addresses Pilot Mental Health Concerns
In a new Pilot Minute video, FAA Air Surgeon Susan Northrup addresses common misconceptions about pilot mental health. Emphasizing education and early intervention, she explains how many pilots fly safely with treated conditions and encourages aviators to seek help early in their careers.