“We can use this mishap to remind ourselves that flying into icing conditions can be treacherous,” said AOPA’s ASI Senior Vice President Richard McSpadden.
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GA advocates preserve access to East Hampton Airport
Although it can be appealed, the judge’s latest decision is a “definitive ruling against the town’s efforts to impose onerous restrictions against general aviation operations, including curfews, noise-based operational limitations, and punitive landing fees,” NBAA officials said.
Fargo Air Museum’s Month of Giving prepares for take off
The Fargo Air Museum’s Month of Giving launches Nov. 15, 2022, with each week focusing on different ways to give and the individuals and programs a donation will impact.
AOPA’s high school initiative boosted with $500,000 donation
When presenting the half million dollar gift, Williams International CEO Gregg Williams said he is living proof that teaching kids about aviation can spark a lifelong passion, a terrific career, and the ability to make an impact.
New Spirit of Flight Museum opens
Relocated from Colorado, the museum features a rotating collection of exhibits designed to inspire generations to explore aviation and aviation history, according to museum officials.
Pandemic boosts biz jet sales
“The business aviation industry is greatly benefitting from a wave of first-time users and buyers due in part to changing habits brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Honeywell officials. “We expect high levels of demand and expenditures for new aircraft for several more years.”
Air traffic controller recognized for going above and beyond
Air traffic controller Robert Morgan was honored for helping a passenger land a Cessna Caravan after the pilot became incapacitated.
General aviation may get a new voice at the FAA
A new FAA position that is specific to addressing GA issues and growth may be in the works.
New deal increases access to five New Mexico backcountry airstrips
An agreement has been inked between officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation and Gila National Forest in New Mexico to increase access to five backcountry airstrips: Beaverhead, Jewett Mesa, Me-Own, Negrito, and Rainy Mesa.