Members of the Women in Aviation Emerging Leaders Class of 2024 are headed to Cambridge, Massachusetts, to attend the “Women in Leadership: A Program for Emerging Leaders” at Harvard University May 7-9.
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Help save 18 backcountry airstrips in Utah
The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has put out a call to action for pilots to submit positive comments on the Bureau of Land Management’s plan for the Bears Ears National Monument (BENM) in Utah, which would effectively close 16 backcountry airstrips.
Hemlock Films’ Kara White nominated for an Emmy
Kara White of Hemlock Films has been nominated for a Best Director Emmy Award in the category of Short/Long Form — Post Produced.
Textron Aviation expands parts distribution facility
With the addition of 180,000 square feet of space, the facility is better equipped to serve the company’s global customer base with increased parts storage and faster shipping for both new and existing Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft, according to Textron Aviation officials.
Drop-in unleaded replacement for 100LL expected to be approved in late 2025
A fleet wide approval for an unleaded fuel for general aviation is expected in the third quarter of 2025.
May declared general aviation month
Dozens of elected officials across the U.S. have issued formal declarations celebrating general aviation in honor of the National Celebration of General Aviation D.C. Flyover.
Kentucky Aviation of Fame reveals Class of 2024
Three Kentucky natives have been chosen for the state’s Aviation Hall of Fame.
More than 1 million gallons of G100 UL unleaded fuel now available
The famous Howard DGA-6 replica “Mister Mulligan” became the first airplane to fly in an air show powered by G100UL unleaded avgas.
Work continues to identify cause of valve seat recession in planes using unleaded fuel
Analysis indicates that aromatic concentration tolerances for UL94 may contribute to valve seat recession in certain flight profiles, Lycoming officials said, noting that the problem — right now — seems to be isolated to the UND fleet.