According to the latest figures from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, piston helicopter deliveries increased 7.2% in 2022, with 194 delivered, while civil-commercial turbine helicopter deliveries increased 7.6% to 682.
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Video provides early analysis of Winter Haven mid-air collision
On March 7, 2023, a Piper Warrior and a Piper J-3 Cub on floats collided over Lake Hartridge, just east of Winter Haven Regional Airport (KGIF) in Winter Haven, Florida. Sadly, all four people on board the airplanes perished in the accident.
Family of pioneering pilot donates artifacts to the Museum of Women Pilots
The family of Marvel Crosson, one of the earliest female pilots, donated several of her aviation artifacts to The Ninety-Nines Museum of Women Pilots in Oklahoma March 10, 2023.
Drone Safety Day returns in April
Slated for April 29, 2023, Drone Safety Day is designed to educate drone pilots about the importance of flying safely.
Top 10 best-selling business jets in 2022
Just two more business jets were sold in 2022 than in 2021, with Gulfstream and Cirrus claiming the No. 1 and No. 2 spots in both years.
South Carolina Aviation Association navigates the future
The South Carolina Aviation Association held its annual conference in Spartanburg Feb. 15-17, 2023, bringing together airport directors and managers, commissioners, government officials, consultants, airport partners, aviation enthusiasts, and industry leaders.
Sheltair FBO at KLZU to open in April
Sheltair Aviation will open its new FBO at Gwinnett County Airport-Briscoe Field (KLZU) in Lawrenceville, Georgia, just north of Atlanta, in April 2023.
Aviation job market red hot
Officials with the aviation job website JSfirm.com report that the company has seen a 105.76% increase in the number of people applying for jobs and a 143% increase in the number of companies advertising on the site.
Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight returns to Oshkosh
One of the most emotional and poignant moments of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh returns in 2023 as 100 Vietnam War vets will take a Yellow Ribbon Honor Flight to Washington, D.C., on July 28 as part of AirVenture’s annual salute to veterans.