The FAA exemption allows U.S. flight schools to use the electric aircraft in their flight training programs, company officials explained.
New identifier for reopened Maine airport
The FAA has assigned a new identifier, 82ME, for Red Pine Airport, which is located within The Nature Conservancy’s Saint John River Forest in northern Maine.
Hartzell Engine Tech launches POWERUP aircraft ignition systems
POWERUP Aircraft Ignition Systems include FAA/PMA approved aircraft magnetos, ignition harnesses, Slick, Bendix, and Continental replacement parts and magneto repair kits.
Picture of the Day: 1,000 hours
Tim LeBaron submitted this photo and note: “I was logging my 1,000th flight hour when I took this picture. I was flying my Pober Jr Ace over the battlefields of Brandy Station in Culpepper, Virginia.”
FAA reauthorization extended yet again
The House of Representatives voted Feb. 29, 2024, to extend the FAA’s funding authority, making it the third extension in recent months for the reauthorization bill.
ICON boosts A5’s gross weight, useful load
The ICON A5’s gross weight has been increased by 60 pounds, resulting in a new useful load of 490 pounds.
New digital altimeter/VSI combo introduced
Radiant Technology has introduced a new digital Altimeter + VSI Combo to its line of instrumentation for experimental and ultralight aircraft.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise fuel up
William Vergonet submitted this photo and note: “A Bonanza enjoying sunrise while waiting on fuel and its owner.”
Video shows damage to Air Force Museum following tornado
The tornado hit a restoration hangar and ramp area of the museum. Damaged aircraft visible in the raw footage include a Douglas A-26 Invader, a Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, and a Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star.