During the 2022 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the National Business Aviation Association’s new Owner Pilot Association Coalition (NBAA OPAC) unveiled its five “game-changing priorities” that will drive the organization.
Briefings
Hartzell Aviation launched
The new umbrella company includes Hartzell Propeller, Hartzell Aerospace Welding, and Hartzell Engine Tech.
Steady and increasing need for pilots, maintenance technicians forecast
The latest Boeing Pilot and Technician Outlook predicts 602,000 pilots and 610,000 maintenance technicians will be needed globally between 2022 and 2041. The latest forecast does not include Russia due to the sanctions put in place after its invasion of Ukraine.
Daher Aviator Marketplace launches
The new marketplace includes parts for all Daher aircraft, as well other products such as tow bars, pitot covers, headsets, and branded merchandise.
New name for One Stop Aviation
Formerly known as One Stop Aviation, most of One Stop’s employees will remain on at Aviation Airparts.
McFarlane acquires Airforms
McFarlane is a long-time distributor of Airforms products.
Textron donates $1 million to You Can Fly high school initiative
The donation will enable You Can Fly to introduce more high school students to career opportunities in aviation through the curriculum, which is offered free to schools, AOPA officials said.
Kodiak 900 unveiled
On opening day of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2022, Daher introduced the Kodiak 900, a larger, faster version of the Kodiak 100.
How fast can you go slow?
Registration is now open for the third annual Ozark Backwoods Challenge STOL competition.