The newest patent, issued Nov. 19, 2025, covers the tail fold and retraction design of the flying car.
Sheltair opens new FBO at KSRQ
Sheltair Aviation celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its new FBO at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (KSRQ) in Florida Nov. 19, 2025.
Fuel exhaustion ends aerial survey flight
Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate fuel planning and improper in-flight decision-making, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Pictures of the Day: Liberty Science Center celebrates aviation
Susan Loricchio submitted these photos and note: “Hot Air Balloonist Kelly Hilberth and her crew introduce kids to lighter than air flight at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City during Aviation Weekend. The event included many fields of aviation from Space Force to the first FAA certified electric aircraft Pipistrel Velis. Many organizations also came to participate and meet the general public. The day was an attendance record setter for the center.”
Volunteers begin rehabilitating California backcountry airstrip
A call for volunteers has been put out for upcoming work parties to get Walker Ridge Airstrip in prime condition for backcountry pilots.
Bizjet, piston sales up so far in 2025
While turboprop and helicopter sales dropped in 2025, the value of deliveries so far in the year is up by double digits.
Cirrus introduces trade-in program
The program is available for late model SR Series aircraft and all generations of Vision Jets.
Student and CFI seriously injured during touch-and-go landing
Probable Cause: An aerodynamic stall from which the pilots did not recover while maneuvering in the airport traffic pattern.
Picture of the Day: Flying to a feast
Jerry Strazz submitted this photo and note: “Glacial grows and grizzlies growl, but the Otter flew us to a salmon feast safely. A delicious dinner at Taku Lodge in Juneau, Alaska, made possible by an Otter floatplane.”