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KSBP FBO Goes Solar Powered
The solar panel system powers the ACI Jet’s FBO, FAA Part 145 aircraft maintenance and repair station, and flight operations at San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP) in California.
Garmin Expands to KIWA
The new facility at Arizona’s Mesa Gateway Airport will be used for aircraft certification and flight testing.
The Sky is Getting Crowded — And It’s Only Going to Get Worse
The GAO warns the FAA must set clear milestones for drones to detect and avoid manned aircraft as the number of drones sharing the National Airspace System is expected to near 4 million by 2029.
Aircraft Spruce Helps Make Dreams Come True
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Co. has partnered with Dream Flights, a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring military veterans and seniors with a flight in a Stearman.
New Weather Observation System Proves its Worth in Alaska
The Montis Weather Observation System (MWOS) debuted in 2024 and already is at 15 locations across Alaska, as well as several in the Lower 48, with plans to increase that to 100 by the end of 2026.
Alton Bay Ice Runway Opens For The Season
Opening Jan. 31, 2026, the ice runway is attracting hundreds of pilots from around the country. If you’re interested in landing there, be sure to check out the runway’s Facebook page for when the runway is open.
AviationStart Joins Forces with NAHF Education Programs
The National Aviation Hall of Fame is partnering with AviationStart to turn student inspiration into real-world opportunities, connecting a STEM curriculum reaching 250,000 students with a practical roadmap for scholarships and training.
GA: Doing More With Less
The latest annual General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey shows a slight dip in the number of GA aircraft flying, but a jump in the number of hours flown.