“We expect people to think that this is a totally crazy idea,” says Yet-Ming Chiang, a professor of materials science and engineering. “If they didn’t, I’d be a bit disappointed because if people don’t think something is totally crazy at first, it probably isn’t going to be that revolutionary.”
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Textron Aviation receives Excellence in Manufacturing Training Award
The award celebrates manufacturers that demonstrate “exceptional dedication to integrating learning and development into their business processes, ensuring a skilled and adaptable workforce,” according to officials.
FAA certification makes IFR more accessible for general aviation
“When paired with the AV-30-C, these certified components unlock real IFR capability, including seamless autopilot and nav integration, for thousands of legacy GA aircraft,” said uAvionix officials.
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Can you imagine your home town looking to close one-third of the roads in your town so they can replace them with storage buildings?
Flying car maker chooses electric motor
The gas engine powers generators that flow power directly to the motors at the wheels for the ground or the propeller motors for flight. This system was chosen to allow an easy upgrade to full electric flight as soon as battery technology becomes viable for this use, company officials noted.
New backcountry airstrip opens in Southwest Idaho
The Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation (JRBAF) has opened a new public-use airstrip at its Star Valley Ranch in remote southwest Idaho.
Garmin introduces SmartCharts
Garmin has introduced SmartCharts, an “aviation charting solution that will provide pilots with a simplified and intuitive experience by producing clear and relevant data to depict a chart tailored for their specific flight operation,” according to Garmin officials.
Warhawk Air Museum’s Memorial Day Fly-Over draws thousands
Each Memorial Day for about 15 years, an historic flight with the Warhawk Air Museum’s three flying warbirds flies along a circuitous route that highlights the Veterans’ Cemetery, Veterans Memorial Park, other parks, hospitals, and other sites in the Boise, Idaho, Treasure Valley.
GA airplane sales post double-digit increases
Airplane shipments through the first quarter of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, saw piston airplanes increase 19.3% with 353 deliveries, turboprops increase 23.1% with 133, and business jets increase 11% with 141.