“Reauthorizing the FAA is vital to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of America’s aviation system,” said Congressman RIck Larsen. “Though the House overwhelmingly passed a bill in July to reauthorize the FAA for five years, the Senate needs additional time to consider and reach final agreement on a multi-year FAA bill.”
Radiant Technology introduces GEN2 G-Meter
The meter includes a graphing function, which displays Gs over time using a color-coded scale.
Picture of the Day: Rocky Mountain High
Rich Eisenberg submitted this photo and note: “Never get sick of these views! Flying in my CubCrafters NXCub at 15,500 feet.”
DA-42 flies on sustainable aviation fuel
Diamond Aircraft and Austro Engine anticipate increasing the availability of ASTM D7566 SAF blends as a “drop-in” fuel for general aviation in the coming years and plans to release the entire fleet for this fuel mix by the end of 2025.
Increasing the safety of Idaho’s backcountry airstrips
The Idaho Division of Aeronautics has released a video demonstrating recommended standard operating procedures (SOPs) into and out of Johnson Creek Airport (3U2), including recommendations in the event of a go-around on the mountain airstrip.
ASA introduces new patch hat
The hat features a snapback fastener for a customized fit and is engineered with a water-resistant technology designed to repel water and prevent absorption, according to company officials.
Picture of the Day: Sunrise over our Champ camp
Shane Vande Voort submitted this photo and note: “My 9-year-old son Meyer and I had the great opportunity to fly our 1946 Aeronca Champ from Iowa to the annual Grassroots Fly-In at Brodhead, Wisconsin, in 2023. The only thing nicer than the weather were the people and, although we planned to spend just one night, we were having so much fun Meyer wanted to spend two nights in our tent. What a great weekend with old airplanes, my son, and our friends (old and new). This picture from my morning walk will help keep the memory of a great weekend vivid.”
Aviation Museum of Kentucky unveils audio tours
Featuring 14 tour points, visitors can immerse themselves in stories and details that may not be readily apparent through existing signage, officials noted.
Pre-orders begin for Flying Boat documentary DVD
Flying Boat, which premiered during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021, is about the experience of flying the legendary Grumman Albatross, told through 10 passionate mechanics and the pilots who have restored, fly, and maintain the last remaining examples of this legendary aircraft.