FAA officials said they are particularly interested in comments “related to initial reactions and areas that the FAA should further explore for performance-based regulatory requirements to normalize safe, scalable, economically viable, and environmentally advantageous UAS BVLOS operations that are not under positive ATC.”
Sporty’s offers limited edition Skyhawk model
“You’d be hard-pressed to find a pilot who hasn’t flown a 172,” says Sporty’s President John Zimmerman. “This model is a fantastic memento from many pilots’ training experience.”
Pilot puts out a call for AD for Cessna 182 flaps
An airworthiness directive for inspections of other C182 airplanes should be considered, checking for friction marks or other evidence of damage to the associated plates and components.
Picture of the Day: A future man cave?
John Nelon submitted this photo and note: “An MU2 fuselage on a flatbed in southwest Florida. I hope it’ll be put to good use as a man cave somewhere.”
A road map for rusty pilots
Haven’t flown in a while and ready to get back into the cockpit, but aren’t sure what to do? Our expert takes you through the steps to get you back into the sky.
Increased aircraft deliveries boost avionics sales
An increase in first quarter avionics sales in 2022 corresponds to the increased aircraft deliveries, according to the latest Avionics Market Report.
Dominican Republic officially welcomes BasicMed pilots
At SUN ‘n FUN 2022, Hector Porcella, the acting director general of the Dominican Civil Aviation Authority, told general aviation pilots that “the Dominican Republic is friendly for all pilots and all aircraft, including experimental aircraft. As of today, we are implementing new protocols to make procedures at Dominican airports the most affordable and hassle free of any airport in the Bahamas and Caribbean. We welcome you.”
Aural Warning and Annunciation System approved for King Airs
The system gives voice warnings to pilots to avoid potential engine damage due to over-temp or over-torque conditions, according to company officials.
Pilot’s shoe gets caught in rudder pedal
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing was the pilot getting his shoe caught in the rudder pedal.