While bird strikes reached record numbers in 2019, damaging strikes actually declined 4% between 2000 and 2019, from 743 to 710. “This decline has been most pronounced for commercial aircraft in the airport environment (at greater than 1,500 feet above ground level), but has not declined for general aviation,” according to the report.
Final drone rules go into effect in April
The final rules requiring remote identification of drones and allowing some flights over people, over moving vehicles, and at night under certain conditions go into effect April 21, 2021.
Limited edition C-47 Skeleton ‘Dark Spirit’ watch launches
Just 10 of the C-47 inspired “Dark Spirit” limited-edition watches will be sold.
Picture of the Day: Cloud surfing
Chris Dyer submitted this photo and note: “Climbing to altitude, dad and I paused for a moment to do some cloud surfing and mark the occasion with this photo on a recent early morning flight in a Mooney.”
Top 10 best-selling business jets in 2020
Gulfstream tops the list of best-selling biz jets in 2020, followed by Cirrus, Bombardier, Pilatus, and more.
10 things you may not know about Amelia Earhart
The list posted by AOPA includes 10 fascinating facts about the famed flyer.
KBCT first airport to install new FAA approved LED rotating beacon
The LED rotating beacon offers significant energy savings, reduces light pollution, and reduces long-term maintenance, according to officials at Florida’s Boca Raton Airport..
STC awarded for Cessna 441 with 5-blade MT-Propeller
The new propeller promises a takeoff improvement up to 15%, plus a smaller diameter than the original propeller, which means more ground clearance and less noise.
Picture of the Day: Flying in the mountains
Aubrey Patterson submitted this photo and note: “I took a trip up to the Smoky Mountains in my 1981 182R to go play and see the scenery.”