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AOPA pushes for affordable new technology
Thanks to AOPA's leadership, general aviation is now on a more equal footing with the airlines when it comes to setting standards for the new avionics that will be part of air traffic control modernization.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:49:17 EDT

Louisiana legislators tackle aviation issues
The Louisiana state legislature is considering several bills that could brighten the outlook for aviation in the state, and AOPA is lending its support.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:51:14 EDT

New reg on flight training devices exempts most schools
The FAA has created a new section of the federal aviation regulations to cover flight simulation training devices (FSTDs), but it won't affect most general aviation training programs.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:23:54 EDT

Chapel Hill officials recognize value of GA airports
In an encouraging move, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill officials are working to get a bill introduced into the state's general assembly that would allow the university to create airport authorities in Orange County.
Thu, 15 May 08 12:05:16 EDT

AOPA educates airport execs on GA issues
General aviation airport managers play an important role in protecting our industry. AOPA staff participated the American Association of Airport Executives General Aviation Issues Conference at Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles from May 7 through 9.
Thu, 15 May 08 17:25:27 EDT

FAA asked to consider working group for tracon consolidation
At the latest in a series of public meetings about plans to consolidate the Palm Beach Tracon into the Miami facility, pilots and air traffic controllers explained their concerns and service needs.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:13:08 EDT

Top 3 fuel-saving techniques for pilots
A top concern among AOPA members is the rising cost of avgas. Although alternate fuel sources are being explored all over the world, it will be some time before any of them have a direct impact on general aviation.
Wed, 14 May 08 13:49:40 EDT

Diamond ready to launch its own diesel engine
Diamond Aircraft will announce specific plans by the end of May for the diesel engine it has developed under a consortium of three companies.
Tue, 13 May 08 18:50:58 EDT

Shipments down for piston, up for jet airplanes
The general aviation industry's economy is either growing or softening depending on whether you fill up with Jet A or 100LL. Thanks to foreign sales and tax incentives, manufacturers are so far weathering the economic storm.
Thu, 15 May 08 11:18:38 EDT

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'AOPA ePilot Flight Training Edition'
The May 16, 2008, issue of AOPA's weekly e-mail newsletter.
Thu, 15 May 08 17:17:46 EDT

'AOPA ePilot'
The May 16, 2008, issue of AOPA's weekly e-mail newsletter.
Thu, 15 May 08 17:31:36 EDT

Airports where Airport Support Network volunteers are needed
AOPA is recruiting Airport Support Network volunteers for these airports.
Fri, 16 May 08 8:42:50 EDT

New reg on flight training devices exempts most schools
The FAA has created a new section of the federal aviation regulations to cover flight simulation training devices (FSTDs), but it won't affect most general aviation training programs.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:23:54 EDT

Chapel Hill officials recognize value of GA airports
In an encouraging move, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill officials are working to get a bill introduced into the state's general assembly that would allow the university to create airport authorities in Orange County.
Thu, 15 May 08 12:05:16 EDT

FAA asked to consider working group for tracon consolidation
At the latest in a series of public meetings about plans to consolidate the Palm Beach Tracon into the Miami facility, pilots and air traffic controllers explained their concerns and service needs.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:13:08 EDT

AOPA educates airport execs on GA issues
General aviation airport managers play an important role in protecting our industry. AOPA staff participated the American Association of Airport Executives General Aviation Issues Conference at Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles from May 7 through 9.
Thu, 15 May 08 17:25:27 EDT

AOPA pushes for affordable new technology
Thanks to AOPA's leadership, general aviation is now on a more equal footing with the airlines when it comes to setting standards for the new avionics that will be part of air traffic control modernization.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:49:17 EDT

Louisiana legislators tackle aviation issues
The Louisiana state legislature is considering several bills that could brighten the outlook for aviation in the state, and AOPA is lending its support.
Thu, 15 May 08 16:51:14 EDT

Top 3 fuel-saving techniques for pilots
A top concern among AOPA members is the rising cost of avgas. Although alternate fuel sources are being explored all over the world, it will be some time before any of them have a direct impact on general aviation.
Wed, 14 May 08 13:49:40 EDT

Proposed releases of airport property
These airports are seeking release of airport property. If your airport is listed, you should review the request and file your comments.
Tue, 13 May 08 9:14:49 EDT

Diamond ready to launch its own diesel engine
Diamond Aircraft will announce specific plans by the end of May for the diesel engine it has developed under a consortium of three companies.
Tue, 13 May 08 18:50:58 EDT

Shipments down for piston, up for jet airplanes
The general aviation industry's economy is either growing or softening depending on whether you fill up with Jet A or 100LL. Thanks to foreign sales and tax incentives, manufacturers are so far weathering the economic storm.
Thu, 15 May 08 11:18:38 EDT

'AOPA ePilot'
The May 9, 2008, issue of AOPA's weekly e-mail newsletter.
Fri, 9 May 08 10:59:12 EDT

'AOPA ePilot Flight Training Edition'
The May 9, 2008, issue of AOPA's weekly e-mail newsletter.
Thu, 8 May 08 16:55:29 EDT