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First drone beyond line of sight flight successful
FAIRBANKS, Alaska — Skyfront‘s Perimeter 4 long-range hybrid gas-electric drone successfully performed the first civilian beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) flight without visual observers under the FAA’s Part 107 rules. This flight is a significant step toward the safe integration of unmanned aerial vehicles into the national airspace, according to company and FAA officials. In the video below, […]
RAM Aircraft debuts Continental engine replacement parts
Recently approved PMA projects cover 158 replacement parts for Continental engines.
Free Airport Adventure Day at KGNB
The free Airport Adventure Day will be held rain or shine.
Cessna 180 flips after landing on glassy water
Probable cause: The pilot’s improper landing flare while landing on water with glassy water conditions, which resulted in the airplane nosing over.
Picture of the Day: Topping off the tank
George Urns submitted the following photo and note: “Bill Stein tops off his Zivko Edge 540 at Oakland County International Airport (KPTK) in Pontiac, Michigan, following his amazing air show appearance.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in […]
Blind 13 year old wins flour bombing contest
Inaugural FATPNW flour bombing contest was a hit.
Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission awards record amount in aviation education funding
39 schools and groups received grants this year.
SC pilot wins Sporty’s latest Flight Crew scholarship
Donna Holman will use her scholarship towards earning her flight instructor certificate.