While most AMTS programs are 18 to 24 months long, Legacy Aviation offers a 12 month timeline that accelerates a student’s trajectory into the workforce, according to officials.
Briefings
FAA extends comment period on controversial Piper AD
The FAA has extended the comment period on a “controversial” Airworthiness Directive (AD) that would require replacing the rudders on close to 31,000 Piper aircraft.
Hartzell Engine Tech acquires Kelly Aero
Beginning in early 2024 Hartzell Engine Tech will rebrand the newly acquired products from Kelly Aero, including aircraft magnetos, replacement parts and ignition harnesses, as PowerUp Ignition Systems.
Save the dates for AirVenture
“As the aviation community looks at EAA AirVenture as one of its highlights each year, we wanted to announce the dates for the next several years so people can plan for their trips to Oshkosh,” said Jack J. Pelton, EAA CEO and Chairman of the Board.
New guide on reducing runway excursions unveiled
While specifically targeted to business aviation pilots, the new guide from the National Business Aviation Association has a lot of useful information for all general aviation pilots.
DeltaHawk launches hydrogen engine development program
“These tests have demonstrated DeltaHawk’s highly adaptable engine architecture is suitable for hydrogen fuel, and that the company’s patented engine design has applications in a variety of markets in addition to aviation, including zero emission vehicles (ZEV), other commercial power applications, and multiple defense platforms,” company officials said in a press release.
FAA tackles ATC shortage
“Aviation is safe because we are continuously looking for ways to improve,” said FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker. “The independent safety review team made some excellent recommendations and we are adopting some of them immediately.”
EAA inducts five into Halls of Fame
Five individuals who contributed to recreational aviation were inducted into the EAA Sport Aviation Halls of Fame during a November 2023 ceremony.
Flight-Resource partners with Bushliner
Flight-Resource has partnered with aircraft manufacturer Bushliner to offer MT propellers for Bushliner aircraft.