October surprise: FAA does not care what your hangar costs
The FAA on October 7 effectively declared open season on hangar rent gouging, siding with a Denver FBO in a Part 13 complaint that the agency decided without…
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eFlyer 2 Completes First Flight
Bye Aerospace begins flight testing of its all-electric trainer following FAA approval earlier this month.
Sheltair Unveils $32,000 Aviation Scholarship Program
Four awards will honor company founder Jerry Holland and support training across the industry.
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Town Hall: What the City Can and Cannot Do About Airport Noise
Longmont Town Hall meeting to discuss what can and cannot be done with or for the airport.
Bye Aerospace Gains Special Airworthiness Certificate for eFlyer 2
The move puts the program back on track to provide an all-electric two-seat trainer for flight instruction. The post Bye Aerospace Gains Special Airworthiness Certificate for eFlyer 2…
RV-8 to F1 Rocket — Lessons in Transition
Ten lessons learned about handling, speed, and performance. The post RV-8 to F1 Rocket — Lessons in Transition appeared first on AvBrief.com.
4-Seat All-Electric Cosmic One Embodies New Era of Light Sport Aircraft
FAA’s MOSAIC rule opened up a world of possibilities for light-sport aircraft. Cosmic Aerospace is exploring almost all of them.
Bye eFlyer 2 Gets FAA Special Airworthiness Certificate
Milestone sets the stage for flight testing.
This Week in GA: Sustainability Gains
This week's sustainability gains in general aviation include Beringer wheels and Eve Air Mobility, Beta Technologies and SurfAir flying in Hawaii, Swift 94UL now at the Boulder airport,…
FAA Seeks Members For Overdue Noise Panel
The panel’s recommendations could affect airport land-use policy, noise mitigation funding and environmental reviews.
Unleaded Avgas Airport Playbook Lands Before Final FAA Plan
June publications from the National Academies put the unleaded fuel transition in the hands of airport operators.
Airports Object To ADS-B Landing Fee Limits In Safety Bill
The issue centers on House ALERT Act language included alongside broader ADS-B safety proposals.
FAA Weighs In on Falcon Field Landing Fees
Agency cites possible violation of grant assurances and safety concerns.
FAA Urges Halt To Falcon Field Landing Fees
The agency cited pending complaints, federal obligations and possible safety impacts.
FAA Urges Mesa To Delay Implementation of Potentially Illegal Landing Fees
$20.35 fee for landings after 10 free ones per month raises host of legal issues. The post FAA Urges Mesa To Delay Implementation of Potentially Illegal Landing Fees…
New York Bill Would Ban ADS-B-Based Landing Fees
Measure would apply to smaller Part 91 aircraft operating in the state.
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Air Force Reserve Recruiting Colorado Aviators for Flying Training
The Air Force Reserve’s 367th Recruiting Group has asked CPA to pass along an opportunity for members who already hold ratings and have wondered about flying in uniform.…
Longmont Revives Airport Landing Fee Discussion
Council has directed staff to develop new rates as Vance Brand faces pressure to increase airport revenue.
It’s Getting Dark … What’s Your Approach?
With daylight getting shorter, planning an instrument approach means a lot more prep. The post It’s Getting Dark … What’s Your Approach? appeared first on AvBrief.com.
JRBAF Announces Charity Raffle Tickets on Sale
Proceeds directly fund public access and development of remote backcountry airstrips. The post JRBAF Announces Charity Raffle Tickets on Sale appeared first on Plane + Pilot.
