At least a dozen states are considering legislation to prevent ADS-B from being used to collect fees. Montana and Florida have already passed bans. But aviation advocates say a nationwide ban is needed.
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New Tool Generates Aircraft Valuation Reports in 20 seconds
Autopilot accepts logbooks, maintenance records, PDFs, and photos. It returns a more than 20-page report including a Windsock valuation, logbook hotspots and risk signals, compression and engine history, propeller and structural events, airworthiness directive impact, and a market trend forecast.
Where’s Jamail? How a Small Tennessee College Town Became a DreamLaunch Mainstay
While the DreamLaunch Tour usually focuses on major aviation gatherings, a small college town in Tennessee has become a mandatory recurring stop. Explore how Middle Tennessee State University and state-wide education initiatives are creating a premier pipeline for the next generation of pilots, mechanics, and aerospace professionals.
New Initiative Tackles Pilot Mental Health and Medical Certification Fears
AOPA is highlighting pilot mental health in May with new educational resources, videos, and advocacy updates. The initiative aims to reduce stigma and provide clear guidance on maintaining both mental wellness and FAA medical certification.
High Desert Disaster
The Accident Case Study recreates the tragic events that led a novice backcountry pilot to crash on final approach to a backcountry airstrip in California’s Mojave Desert in 2021, killing both himself and his pilot-rated passenger.
Advocates Meet With FAA to Protest Proposed KBKL Closure
“The proposal to eliminate this important reliever airport, serving 50,000 flights each year, is both unprecedented and a waste of taxpayer resources.”
Expert Insights Video Series Takes Off
The new series features interviews with specialists in their fields, who give pilots information on a wide range of topics relevant to general aviation safety, as well as tips they can use right away.
AOPA Board Elects New Chairman
A new chairman of the board is named, while two long-time board members are not seeking re-election.
Bob Hoover Awards Bestowed
Given by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, the awards, named for legendary aviator R.A. “Bob” Hoover, recognize individuals whose contributions to general aviation carry on Hoover’s legacy.