A national online survey of seaplane pilots has launched, with the results of the survey used to develop tools and recommendations to reduce the risk of seaplanes spreading aquatic invasive species.
PC-12 prop approved for shorter takeoff performance
The 7-bladed MTV-47 MT-Propeller, known as “The Silent 7,” is now approved by both the FAA and EASA for even shorter takeoff distances, which increases the operational capability of the Pilatus PC-12, according to officials with Germany-based MT-Propeller.
Pictures of the Day: First flight
Andrew Moir submitted these photos with a note: “First flight of the amateur built carbon composite Furio, built from a kit produced in New Zealand.”
Practice begins for National General Aviation Fly-Over
A successful practice run over Washington, D.C., has set the stage for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) National Celebration of General Aviation Flyover, to be held May 11, 2024.
MAC Air Group establishes scholarship in honor of late CEO
The scholarship aims to support young individuals in Maine who aspire to careers in aviation.
New FBO opens at KCPR
The new Aero Center Casper features 28,000 square feet of hangar space and soon-to-be-completed 80,000 square feet of ramp space.
Picture of the Day: Underwater find
KT Budde-Jones submitted this photo with a note: “The wreckage of a TBM off the coast near Key West International Airport (KEYW) in Florida.”
FAA prepares pilots for the solar eclipse
Practice approaches, touch-and-goes, flight following services and pilot training operations at airports in the path of the eclipse may be extremely limited and possibly prohibited during the April 8, 2024, eclipse.
Tri-Motor tour brings historic flight opportunities across the nation in 2024
The Experimental Aircraft Association’s Ford Tri-Motor tour takes off April 4 in New Mexico.