GA News Today
IFR Fix: Busting beneath the shelf
Sometimes it's unavoidable: If you want to get where you're going, you must file IFR. At other times, it's a choice between convenience (VFR) and certainty (IFR). Then how will you play it?
Cuba makes changes to overflight permit fees
Changes in how Cuba processes and charges for overflight permits will directly affect general aviation pilots.
Fresh reports of aircraft searches, CBP has little to say
AOPA coverage of general aviation aircraft searches conducted by federal officials prompted similar reports, but the government has yet to explain the practice.
Icon seeks FAA answer by May 31
Kirk Hawkins, CEO and founder of Icon Aircraft, has asked the FAA to issue a final decision by May 31 on his exemption request to increase the weight of his Icon A5 amphibious LSA by 250 pounds.
Phoenix company plans to offer aviation autogas
Phoenix-based Airworthy AutoGas has announced plans to produce and distribute a high-purity, low vapor pressure, ethanol-free, 93AKI, premium unleaded auto gasoline this fall.
Aircraft maintenance tips: Spring cleaning
Before you jump back into the air after a long winter and cold spring, it's wise to take some time to prepare your airplane for the busy flying season.
Huerta calls on aviators to take care
FAA Administrator Michael P. Huerta has written a letter to the general aviation community calling for care, caution, and training as the summer season begins.
Mechanic takes responsibility for Honolulu emergency
Cruising over Honolulu at 3,000 feet, the Robinson R-22's engine suddenly quit. Quick action by the pilot saved lives, and the mechanic took responsibility.
FAA’s plan for AirVenture ATC user fees ‘troubling’
AOPA on May 22 denounced an FAA plan to charge the Experimental Aircraft Association for the travel costs, per diem expenses, and overtime pay of the air traffic controllers it deploys to staff EAA AirVenture.
HondaJet CEO confident in light jet market
While challenged by engine flight test problems and a struggling economy, the president and CEO of Honda Aircraft remains optimistic that his light jet will be the right airplane at the right time.
Flight school forms simulator club
Imagine having yearlong access to a flight school's simulator for $120. That's soon to be a reality for pilots near Lock Haven, Pa., thanks to a new club formed by local flight school AvSport.
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- Official trailer for Disney’s ‘Planes’ released
- Boeing puts BBJ 3 on display at EBACE
- Dynon employees launch flying club with homebuilt Glasair
- Bombardier announces Challenger 350
- IFR Fix: Rotate, or the river?
- Embry-Riddle lands top spot in safety competition
- Arthur Godfrey Aviation Foundation announces scholarships
- Finalists chosen for flying club scholarship
- Airline executive appointed as FAA deputy administrator
- Pilot detained, searched for mysterious reasons
- Beechcraft takes AOPA executives behind the scenes
- ICAO flight plan now required for all border crossings
- FAA fast-tracks Twin Commander AD
- Ministry offers teens free flight lessons
Product News
AOPA Releases New Versions of Flight Planning Tools
You asked, we listened. Guided by member feedback and suggestions, AOPA has recently released new versions of our flight planning tools, FlyQ EFB and FlyQ Web Flight Planner.
AOPA Releases New Versions of Flight Planning Tools
You asked, we listened. Guided by member feedback and suggestions, AOPA has recently released new versions of our flight planning tools, FlyQ EFB and FlyQ Web Flight Planner.
FreeFlight offers ADS-B Out transponder for FL180 and above
NextGen avionics manufacturer FreeFlight Systems introduced an Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Mode S transponder for flights in Class A airspace at Heli-Expo in Las Vegas March 5.
