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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.
Mini Glass Backup Instrument Debuts
Radiant Technology has introduced SafeTurn Plus, a portable, battery-backed backup instrument built for general aviation and experimental aircraft pilots that adds Altitude, VSI, and AGL to a turn coordinator.
Hobbs Flyer Introduces the Victoria Aviation Headset Bag
The semi-rigid molded bag features a lightweight protective shell with a padded interior designed to help protect aviation headsets during transport and storage, according to company officials. The bag also features a wrap-around zipper and top carry handle.
Three-Year Growth Streak Continues for Twin Cities General Aviation Airports
New data shows the six general aviation airports in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area saw upticks in operations, including a 13.6% increase at Flying Cloud Airport and a 15% increase at Crystal Airport.
What’s Your Favorite Airplane?
For columnist Jamie Beckett, the answer varies, but always comes back to the one airplane he wishes he could own again — and the one he couldn’t wait to get away from.