“We are thrilled to announce the U.S. certification of the Piper M700 Fury by the FAA just a month after its announcement,” said John Calcagno, President and CEO of Piper Aircraft.
ASA updates checkride apps
ASA’s checkride apps feature a flashcard format to study the questions most likely to be asked by examiners during the last step in the pilot certification process, the practical exam. Questions and answers are organized and in compliance with the most current FAA testing standards, according to ASA officials.
Picture of the Day: Angel reborn
Ken Snyder submitted this photo and note: “This is my 1964 Cessna 150D Blue Angel tribute. I removed it from a garage in downtown Sacramento in December 2022 and finished it for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023, where this picture was taken.” I am the photographer.”
Pipistrel Velis Electro earns LSA exemption from the FAA
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.