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International Civil Aviation Organization analysis reveals major priorities for air transport…

International Civil Aviation Organization analysis reveals major priorities for air transport…

An airplane-like eVTOL?

Skyfly exhibited its updated Axe electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin following the debut of its prototype at the company's first AirVenture display in 2025.

UND CFI takes command of AOPA Sweepstakes Aviat Husky

University of North Dakota flight instructor Ashley Almquist is the winner of the AOPA Sweepstakes Aviat Husky. Almquist graduated from UND in 2026 with a degree in commercial aviation and aviation safety.

Jabiru debuts light-sport category twin

The Jabiru J432 is a standard light sport aircraft, with a twist: two podded engines protruding from the nose. The unusual aircraft made its U.S. debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in Wisconsin, an example of the new configurations that can qu

Laredo Accident: When a Vibration Becomes a Warning

Preliminary findings from the Laredo Citation crash offer pilots a sobering lesson in recognizing unfamiliar anomalies, resisting bias, and declaring emergencies early.

FAA Debuts New Tool for Digital Departure Clearances

‘Mobile Clearance’ will reduce misunderstandings and help controllers focus on safety, agency says.

Senate Panel Advances Bill Requiring FAA Medication Guidance For Pilots

A Senate committee advanced legislation that would require the FAA to provide pilots with clearer, updated guidance on medications and medical certification.

Pratt & Whitney Canada Begins Ground Testing Of Hybrid-Electric Propulsion System

Pratt & Whitney Canada has begun ground testing a hybrid-electric propulsion system ahead of planned flight tests in 2027.

ICON Aircraft To Resume A5 Production In 2027 With New Safety Technology

ICON Sense is designed to reduce risks during amphibious flight.

GoGetAir takes measured approach to MOSAIC

Iztok Šalamon, the designer and CEO of Slovenian aircraft manufacturer GoGetAir, says the company is preparing new avionics, a redesigned interior, and a turbine engine option for its 2026 models, but stops short of promising the aircraft w

FAA Advances Digital Departure Clearances for General and Business Aviation

The FAA is moving forward with Mobile Clearance, a digital tool that allows general and business aviation pilots to request departure clearances through approved flight applications. This tool is part of the FAA's efforts to modernize commu

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Delivers Nearly $24 million to Improve Family Travel at Dallas Love Field Airport

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has invested $23.7 million into Dallas Love Field Airport to enhance the travel experience for families.

Senate committee advances bill lifting 'speed limit in the sky'

The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act (S.1759), introduced by Sen.Ted Budd (R-N.C.), passed the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation July 22. The bill would “require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Adminis

AirVenture Question of the Day: Thursday

What's the plan tomorrow?

FAA Proposes $50,000 Fine Against Southern Airways Express for Aircraft Weight and Balance Violations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $50,000 civil penalty against Southern Airways Express, LCC of Addison, Texas, for allegedly violating weight-and-balance regulations which caused an incident when an airplane pushed back

FAA Statement on 5G

The FAA will issue a final rule on July 24, 2026, to ensure aircraft radio altimeters can withstand interference from 5G wireless signals in neighboring spectrum bands. It will require altimeters to meet next-generation performance requirem

Successful Counter-Drone Efforts Helped Keep Millions of Fans Safe During FIFA World Cup 2026, With More Than 700 Drones Seized

Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that federal, state and local partners carried out the most comprehensive airspace security and drone mitigation effort in U.S. history during FIFA World Cup 2026.

FAA Proposes $306,000 Civil Penalty Against Simulator Center LLC for Alleged Training Violations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $306,000 civil penalty against Simulator Center LLC of Sanford, Florida, alleging the pilot training center allowed unqualified instructors to provide flight training and failed to ensure

EASA Scientific Committee publishes its Annual Report

The EASA Scientific Committee (SciCom) Annual Report 2025 is now available. This report covers the Committee’s fourth year of operation, and presents the activities undertaken, key achievements, and recommendations for future work. 

ICAO statement on proposed expanded scope of EU Emission Trading System

ICAO statement on proposed expanded scope of EU Emission Trading System

New vacancy published: Domain Owner

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EASA modernises flight simulation training devices’ rules to support innovation and future pilot training

COLOGNE, July 15 2026 - The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has introduced a new regulatory framework for Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs), marking the most significant evolution of flight simulation qualification in

EASA updates Easy Access Rules for Third Country Operators

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Revision from July 2026 of the Easy Access Rules for Third Country Operators (EAR for TCO).

EASA modernises flight simulation training devices’ rules to support innovation and future pilot training

COLOGNE, July 15 2026 - The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has introduced a new regulatory framework for Flight Simulation Training Devices (FSTDs), marking the most significant evolution of flight simulation qualification in

EASA releases tool to assess the noise levels of light propeller-driven aeroplanes

ENCODE, “EASA's Noise Compliance Demonstration Evaluator”, is an MS Excel tool that can be used to calculate the noise level and confidence interval from data measured during a noise test performed in accordance with Chapter 10 of ICAO Anne

States unite as drones increasingly threaten civil aviation

States unite as drones increasingly threaten civil aviation