Some big news was revealed at the AOPA Regional Fly-In in Carbondale, Illinois: The FAA is working to increase the weight limit of light-sport aircraft to 3,600 pounds, while another ADS-B rebate is in the works.
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Video: Accident case study analyzes a traffic pattern tragedy
A new video from AOPA’s Air Safety Institute studies a traffic pattern accident, with experts discussing how pilots can recognize and avoid the mistakes that led up to the fatal accident.
Rusty Pilots course now online
AOPA’s popular Rusty Pilots program, designed to get lapsed pilots back into the air, is now an online course.
GA accidents down as flight hours increase
A new AOPA Air Safety Institute report shows that the fatal accident rate declined in 2015 — the latest year data was available — while flight hours increased.
AOPA Insurance Agency now offers quotes on home and auto insurance
The AOPA Insurance Agency now offers an online portal for members to shop for auto and home insurance.
5,700 Rusty Pilots and counting…
More than 5,700 pilots are flying again thanks to AOPA’s Rusty Pilot program.
AOPA Foundation raises $3.6 million for You Can Fly program
AOPA’s You Can Fly programs will benefit from more than $3.6 million raised through its foundation.
Focused Flight Review program launches
The AOPA Air Safety Institute has launched its Focused Flight Review program, designed to help pilots sharpen their skills.
Picture of the Day: Toys and tools at rest
An AOPA seminar on non-towered airport operations at Wisconsin Aviation in Madison packed in aircraft of all sizes and shapes.