Paul Loschiavo submitted this photo and note: “The BRM Aero Bristell is an all metal light-sport aircraft, with a Rotax 912iS engine. Just a fun airplane!”
Maybe it’s time for a trip to Alaska?
Officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation note that 144 public use cabins in the Tongass National Forest across southeast Alaska are in danger of being closed due to lack of use.
Sheltair expands to KSRQ
The company has broken ground on a new FBO at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (KSRQ) in Florida.
New battery offers 90 minutes of flight time
Compared to today’s battery technology, the new battery provides up to 30 additional minutes of usable flight time, opening up a host of new applications for electric aircraft, according to company officials.
Picture of the Day: Foggy takeoff
Matthew Baker submitted this photo and note: “Caught this King Air taking off during a foggy morning sunrise from Bartow, Florida.”
Tecnam P-Mentor certified
The FAA has awarded a Type Certificate to the P-Mentor, a two-seat aircraft designed specifically for flight training.
FAA reauthorization vote extended one more week
While legislators faced a May 10, 2024, deadline to pass a five-year reauthorization bill that authorizes funding for the agency, that was pushed to May 17 after the House voted on its fourth short-term extension.
Aircraft Spruce opens larger distribution center in Alaska
After five years of operations at a smaller facility in Wasilla, Alaska, Aircraft Spruce has opened a new 24,000-square-foot warehouse in Palmer, Alaska.
Picture of the Day: The golden hour
Andrew Edwards submitted this photo and note: “This North American T-6 Texan was staged in front of our FBO at Bessemer Airport (KEKY) in Alabama for a sunset golden hour picture and it turned out incredible! Bessemer Airport is home to a handful of warbirds, including a P-51, Yak, and an Aeroshell Aerobatic Team T-6.”