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General Aviation Maintenance: What’s Working, What’s Not
A new survey reveals that the general aviation maintenance industry faces intense pressure from rising costs and persistent staffing shortages. Despite these hurdles, 92% of mechanics remain proud of their profession, demonstrating remarkable operational resilience.
FlightSense Launches Version 2.0
FlightSense has launched Version 2.0, an AI-powered platform designed to modernize flight training recordkeeping. This update introduces FAR Part 141 compliance support to streamline student progress tracking and FAA documentation.
The Peril of Weekend Warriors
A new study suggests that many private pilots may be overestimating their proficiency, particularly in critical slow-flight maneuvers. Despite high confidence levels, data shows that infrequent flying and a lack of dedicated practice are quietly eroding essential safety skills.
Cold Courage: The Ups and Downs of Landing On an Ice Runway
Pilot Paul Russo will discuss his 100+ landings at the unique Alton Bay Ice Runway on Jan. 15, 2026. This Aviation Museum of N.H. presentation highlights the skill required for the Lower 48’s only FAA-approved ice strip.
Work begins on new university aerospace facility at KSYI
Middle Tennessee State University has begun construction on its new aerospace facility at Shelbyville Municipal Airport (KSYI) in Tennessee.
Aviate Software launches GA Kneeboard
GA Kneeboard was designed to help pilots bridge the gap between digital efficiency and physical reliability. The tool creates custom, mission-specific reference sheets to reduce cognitive load during high-workload phases of flight.
UL100E advances in race to unleaded avgas
The American Society for Testing and Materials has published its first specification for UL100E, an unleaded aviation fuel co-developed by LyondellBasell and VP Racing. This milestone brings the fuel one step closer to fleetwide authorization as it continues full-scale evaluation under the FAA’s Piston Aircraft Fuel Initiative (PAFI) program, with testing expected to conclude by late 2026.
New book about Tuskegee Airmen published
Investigative journalist Cheryl W. Thompson explores the lives and legacies of 27 Tuskegee Airmen who went missing in combat during World War II in her new book, “Forgotten Souls: The Search for the Lost Tuskegee Airmen.” Set for release on Jan. 27, 2026, the narrative honors the sacrifices of these valiant pilots while seeking closure for the families they left behind.