Joby Aviation Seals $76M Acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s Passenger Division Electric air taxi pioneer, Joby Aviation, has successfully finalized its acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s passenger division. The deal,…
Flying Acres Homeowners Secure Historic Norman Grier Field After Decades-Long Effort After a persistent effort spanning decades, the Flying Acres Homeowners Association (FAHA) has triumphantly acquired Norman Grier Field (S36),…
Applications Now Open for Over $200K in Women in Aviation 2026 Scholarships Women in Aviation International (WAI) has opened applications for its 2026 aviation scholarships, offering more than $200,000 in…
Bridges Air Cargo Welcomes the World’s First Embraer E190F Freighter Malta-based Bridges Air Cargo has etched its name in aviation history by becoming the proud recipient of the world’s first…
Former GAN Columnist Grants $5,000 Flight Training Scholarship Jeffrey Madison, a former Human Factors columnist for General Aviation News, recently presented his inaugural $5,000 flight training scholarship. The scholarship is…
Introducing Sporty’s Innovative Smart Battery Packs for Aviators Sporty’s is proud to unveil two innovative portable power solutions meticulously crafted for pilots: the Flight Gear Smart Battery Pack and the…
Refunds Issued to Air Racing Enthusiasts Following Class Withdrawals The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) has made a significant announcement: fans will receive refunds in the wake of the withdrawal…
NTSB Unveils Report on Fatal Accident Due to Helicopter Wake Turbulence The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has concluded that an inadvertent encounter with helicopter wake turbulence during initial climb…
Alpha Wingman Introduces Revolutionary In-App Messaging for Aviation Maintenance Teams Alpha Wingman has recently launched a groundbreaking in-app messaging feature on its Alpha Workforce platform. This feature is set to…
EAA AirVenture 2025 Celebrates Five New Hall of Fame Inductees The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) welcomed five new members into its esteemed Hall of Fame during the AirVenture 2025 event.…
SkyWatch Unveils Insurance Program Tailored for Senior Aviators SkyWatch has rolled out a unique aviation insurance program, crafted specifically for senior pilots aged 70 and above. This initiative offers liability-only…
Tragic Helicopter Crash Amidst Colorado Firefighting Operations A Kaman K-1500 helicopter tragically crashed during active firefighting operations in Eagle, Colorado, on Friday, August 22, at approximately 4:15 p.m. local time.…
Cessna 170 Aircraft Mishap During Landing at Fitchburg Municipal Airport A Cessna 170 aircraft unexpectedly lost control during its landing at Fitchburg Municipal Airport in Massachusetts. The incident occurred around…
AAAE General Aviation Conference: A Confluence of Aviation Experts in Arlington, Texas The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) General Aviation Conference commences today, August 24, 2025, in Arlington, Texas.…
Historic Fatal Cessna 185 Crash at Bangor Airport A Cessna A185F Skywagon met a tragic end at Bangor International Airport in Maine on Friday, August 22, 2025, around 1:45 p.m.,…
FAA Documents Several General Aviation Incidents This Week The Federal Aviation Administration has recorded a number of general aviation incidents in the past week, underscoring the persistent safety issues in…
Ampaire Reaches Historic FAA Hybrid-Electric Certification Milestone California-based Ampaire Inc. has set a precedent by becoming the first company to secure FAA approval for a hybrid-electric aircraft propulsion system certification…
King Schools Introduces Innovative A&P Mechanic Test Prep Mobile Apps King Schools has unveiled new standalone A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) test preparation mobile applications on August 21, 2025, signaling a…
Embraer E-Freighter Marks New Era in Air Cargo with Q3 2025 Launch and First Customer Embraer has announced that Bridges Air Cargo will be the inaugural customer for its groundbreaking…
Tragic Wingsuit Accident Claims the Life of ICON Aircraft Co-founder in Swiss Alps Kirk Hawkins, aged 58, the co-founder of ICON Aircraft and a former U.S. Air Force F-16 pilot,…
