The first half of 2026 brought growth to the general aviation industry. According to a newly released report, both aircraft shipments and overall billings experienced increases.
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Powerplant Failures Leading Cause of Fatal Business Aviation Accidents
The National Business Aviation Association’s second quarter 2026 safety analysis reveals that powerplant and component failures were the leading cause of fatal business aviation accidents.
FAA Reaches Milestone With 100th Surface Awareness Initiative System
The FAA has installed its 100th Surface Awareness Initiative (SAI) system. The surveillance technology uses ADS-B data to help air traffic controllers track aircraft and vehicles in real time, even during poor weather or low visibility.
FlightSimExpo Returns to Las Vegas in 2027
The eighth annual FlightSimExpo returns to Las Vegas Resort and Casino in June 2027. Hosted by the Flight Simulation Association, the event features product announcements, interactive exhibits, and exclusive sneak peeks from top developers.
Registration Opens for 2026 ARC Air Derby
Registration is now open for the 2026 ARC Air Derby, a one-day cross-country event that challenges pilots on precision, planning, and navigation rather than speed.
Fargo Air Museum Adds Historic Yak-52 To Its Collection
The Fargo Air Museum recently expanded its collection with a historic Soviet Cold War-era Yakovlev Yak-52W.
Pilot Rise Flight School Opens New Location at KRBD
Pilot Rise Flight School is expanding its operations with a new location at Dallas Executive Airport (KRBD) in Texas. The flight school opened in 2018 at a Fort Worth airport.
Flying a Carbon Cub UL Across the Globe
Instead of shipping his new aircraft home, an Australian pilot flew his Carbon Cub UL nearly 17,000 nautical miles from Washington State to his home in Port Macquarie.
Thrust Flight Partners With Hampton University Aviation Program
Thrust Flight has partnered with Hampton University to serve as the flight-training provider for the school’s Flight Education curriculum. The company’s new Virginia campus will offer pilot and mechanic training to university students, as well as the public.