The FAA has issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin following reports of restraint system failures in general aviation accidents, leading to serious injury and death.
General Aviation
Closing the Maintenance Gap for Powered Parachutes
Developed by veteran instructor Roy Beisswenger, the course is for powered parachute pilots, mechanics, and prospective aircraft owners seeking deeper technical knowledge and confidence in maintaining their aircraft.
McFarlane Alaska Takes Off
McFarlane Aviation has launched McFarlane Alaska, bringing together Alaska Bushwheels and Airframes Alaska under one name.
Improperly Installed Fuel Line Leads to Fuel Starvation in New LSA
Probable Cause: The improper installation of the fuel line that connected the fuel pump to the four-way distributor, which resulted in fuel starvation when the line became disconnected.
Picture of the Day: Night Magic
General Aviation News photographer Matt Genuardi sent in this photo taken during the night air show at the 2026 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, held April 14-19 in Lakeland, Florida, which showcases NASA’s Super Guppy.
Questions from the Cockpit: Pirates of the Sky
Adam, an airline pilot based out of Texas, writes: “I recently watched the Japanese cartoon Porco Rosso with my little nephew. Afterward he asked me if there were really seaplane pirates back in the day. I told him that I thought they were probably fictional, but that years ago one of my teachers was ‘William Fly, the Airplane Guy’ and he would know for sure – so I’m asking you!”
Pilots Needed to Test Enhanced NTSB Accident Database
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is asking pilots for their help in improving the agency’s enhanced version of CAROL — Case Analysis and Reporting Online — the agency’s public search platform for investigative and safety recommendations data.
SilverLight Flagship Aircraft Now Available as Factory Built
“We have been working directly with the industry and FAA to complete the ASTM standards required by MOSAIC and are confident that our aircraft will meet and exceed these standards,” said Abid Farooqui, President and Founder of SilverLight Aviation, adding that the company is now taking orders for the factory-built AR-1s.
Compact Carbon Monoxide Alarm Introduced
At 1.25 inches in diameter, 0.85 inches tall, and 11 grams, CO-Quick is compact and easy to mount. A USB-C power connection and flat-sided geometry make installation simple on virtually any flat surface, while sensor openings on the opposite end expose the device directly to real ambient air, according to company officials.