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Federal Judge Also Denied Flight Schools Request For Expedited Discovery

United States District Judge Krissa M. Lanham has denied the request by two Arizona flight schools for a preliminary injunction to stop the City of Mesa from imposing new landing fees at Falcon Field. In requesting the injunction, the flight schools said the n

A Wind Gust Pushed The Gyrocopter To The Right And The Right Main Landing Gear Wheel “Came Down Hard.”

Analysis: The pilot of the gyrocopter reported that during his approach to land on runway 31, the reported wind information indicated a gusting crosswind from the left. On final approach the gyrocopter required left stick and right rudder inputs to remain line

Airport Renaming Brings New Requirements Across The Aviation System

A familiar airport identifier has officially entered aviation history. As Palm Beach's airport begins operating under a new name, pilots, airlines, and maintenance organizations have more to update than airport signage. The FAA is reminding the industry that e

Air Care Alliance Wants To Recruit 200 New Volunteer Pilots

The Air Care Alliance (ACA), a national network of charitable aviation organizations is partnering with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 to spotlight the life-changing impact of public benefit flying. EAA is hostin

Compact Cockpit Accessory Combines Carbon Monoxide Monitoring With Fast Charging

A new Sporty’s accessory brings critical safety awareness into a familiar cockpit format. The Flight Gear Carbon Monoxide Detector Charger gives pilots real time exposure readings while keeping essential devices powered. The compact design highlights how pract

Announcement Made During French President Visit

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa said he plans to order eight Airbus aircraft as part of the nation’s broader strategy to rebuild its infrastructure following years of civil conflict. The announcement was made during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron

Travis County Tax Assessor Says $2 Million Owned By Aircraft Owners

The Travis County Tax Office released a list Tuesday of 20 aircraft owners with the largest delinquent property tax bills, who collectively owe nearly $2 million in unpaid taxes. According to the tax office, the owners owe a combined $1.98 million in delinquen

Aviation And Space Honor A Pioneer Who Never Stopped Chasing The Horizon

Some people leave their mark through a single historic moment. Wally Funk built hers through a lifetime of determination, curiosity, and an unwavering love for flight. From the cockpit to the edge of space, her journey inspired generations to believe that the

Introducing More Of The ANN Staff, Stringers, Videographers... The People Who Make It All Work -- Meet Gene Yarbrough

Fresh out of Winston-Salem, NC (Circa 1969) Gene craved everything aero. Growing up the son of a Navy Enlisted, Gene was exposed to high speed and high tech early on. The daily roar of Navy fighters in the heavens was as much a part of life as crickets chirpin