General Aviation News writer and photographer Frederick A. Johnsen sent in this photo from EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 with a note: “The world of replica fighters keeps getting better, and more closely to scale, as this Scalewings SW-51 rendition of the P-51 Mustang shows. Rotax-powered and constructed of carbon-fiber, the SW-51 scales out to 72% of a full-size P-51.”
EAA Breaks Ground on New Discovery Park
The Experimental Aircraft Association has broken ground on Discovery Park, a new aviation education campus at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Slated to open in 2027, this expanded space will host KidVenture, TeenVenture, and AeroEducate, providing a permanent home to inspire the next generation of aviators.
Vashon Aircraft Unveils the New Ranger Grand Teton
Vashon Aircraft has introduced the Ranger Grand Teton, a new flagship model specifically designed to maximize the FAA’s new MOSAIC regulations.
New Partnership Connects Students With Flight Scholarships
AviationStart and the Flight School Association International have formed a partnership to help aspiring pilots overcome their biggest hurdle: Finding the money to learn to fly. By connecting students with over $20 million in available scholarships, this collaboration ensures financial barriers won’t ground the next generation of aviation professionals.
Cracked Spark Plug Ends Banner Towing Flight
Probable Cause: A partial loss of engine power resulting from cylinder detonation and a cracked spark plug, which resulted in a forced landing and impact with terrain.
Picture of the Day: Oshkosh Begins
General Aviation News writer and photographer Megan Vande Voort sent in this photo from EAA AirVenture Oshkosh with a note: “The sun sets on Day 1 of the show, July 20, 2026. The field is starting to fill up after a slow start due to smoky conditions from the Canadian wildfires.”
The Twin Finds Its Moment
The twin-engine Jabiru J432 has officially arrived in the United States following its successful debut at EAA AirVenture. Thanks to the expanded MOSAIC regulations, this four-seat airplane is finally available to American pilots as a factory-built Light Sport Aircraft or a homebuilt kit.
Zenith Introduces Super Cruzer
Zenith Aircraft Company has unveiled the new CH 750 Super Cruzer at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. The new aircraft blends the payload capacity of the Super Duty with the speed of the Cruzer.
Pipistrel Voyager Debuts at Oshkosh 2026
Textron affiliate Pipistrel unveiled the new Voyager at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. This two-seat training aircraft features IFR capabilities, intentional spin certification, and Garmin avionics.