Minnesota is the second state in the nation to pass a bill that allows the registration of flying cars — called roadable aircraft by lawmakers.
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Interactive map added to AirVenture FBO special deals page
FBOs across the U.S. have already started posting offers on the Oshkosh Specials page, including discounts of up to $1 per gallon on avgas, complimentary meals, picnics, and camping options.
1947 Aeronca champion grand prize in museum sweepstakes
The Dakota Territory Air Museum bought this Aeronca back from the 2019 sweepstakes winner.
World War II Triple Ace Bud Anderson flies west
World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E. “Bud” Anderson passed away May 17, 2024, a home peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family. He was 102.
CareAffaire to raise funds for Wings of Mercy
All proceeds will benefit Wings of Mercy, a faith-based, non-profit, volunteer pilot organization dedicated to helping people in need access life-saving medical care by arranging free flights to distant medical facilities.
500 and counting…
Officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Ray Aviation Scholarship program report that 500 scholarship recipients have completed flight training and earned their pilot certificates.
Honor the WASP on Memorial Day
Women in Aviation International (WAI) is encouraging the aviation community to honor the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) by visiting their graves and leaving flowers or other remembrances on Memorial Day.
Five-year FAA reauthorization bill passes
“One of my highest priorities in developing and passing the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 was ensuring that the bill included the first-ever title in an FAA reauthorization dedicated to general aviation,” said Representative Sam Graves (R-Mo.), who is a general aviation pilot and airplane owner. “GA is the foundation of our civil aviation system and we need to make sure that remains true.
AirVenture NOTAM released
According to EAA officials, there are several important FAA-approved changes in the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 Notice, commonly referred to as the Oshkosh NOTAM), which spells out arrival and departure procedures for July 22-28 event at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH) in Oshkosh.