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Landmark Demonstration Program Explores The Future Of Island Air Travel

Three aviation leaders are bringing electric flight to one of the world’s most unique regional networks. Over the next several weeks, demonstration flights will gather critical operational data while introducing communities across Hawai'i to a new generation o

Interference With Radio Altimeters May Result

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued several airworthiness directives for Boeing jets, including 737 Max aircraft and 787 Dreamliners, operating in Canadian airspace that could face interference from 5G radio waves. The FAA said Transport Canad

Aircraft Went Down Near Airfield During Routine Skydiving Flight

Lives dedicated to aviation, public service, and healthcare were lost in a matter of moments when a skydiving flight ended in tragedy in northeastern France. The accident unfolded in full view of witnesses near a residential area, prompting a major emergency r

New STC Expands Performance Options For Classic Backcountry Aircraft

The legendary Cessna Skywagon has gained a new upgrade aimed at pilots who want stronger performance without replacing the engine. Hartzell Propeller's latest approval expands its Top Prop lineup with an option designed specifically for Continental powered Ces

Concho Valley Aviation Lends A Hand To Find Gracie The Giraffe

A giraffe that escaped her enclosure at Cedar Hollow Ranch in Leakey, Texas, two weeks ago was found by her owner, Vick Jones, with the help of Jeff Hill, a helicopter pilot from Concho Aviation flying his Robinson helicopter in an aerial search on the morning

Pilot’s Failure To Secure The Airplane Before Hand-Propping The Engine

Analysis: The airplane was parked on the ramp next to a hangar as the pilot attempted to start the engine with the help of two others. The engine was difficult to start, so the pilot exited the airplane and elected to hand prop the engine. Witnesses stated tha

Historic Acquisition Creates An End To End Space Leader

Rocket Lab is preparing for it's biggest leap yet with a landmark agreement to acquire Iridium. The deal brings together launch services, satellite manufacturing, and one of the world's most established satellite communications networks under a single company.