Joins Test Fleet In Early 2026, Enables Public Demo Flights

Vertical Aerospace, developer of electric aviation aircraft, announced the completion of its third and final full-scale prototype aircraft and will begin a piloted flight test campaign after its commissioning in January 2026.

Its Offerings Are Lighter, Cleaner, and Now Pushing Past 1,000nm on SAF Jet Fuel

DeltaHawk’s diesel-powered aircraft lineup has seen incredible upgrades over the last few years. Not only has the company worked its design into three new planes, but it has also given its original Cirrus SR-20 a dramatic boost in performance and efficiency through an extensive refinement process… and the team says they’re not done yet. The SR-20 test bed has been around since 2013. A dozen years of R&D later, the aircraft is now posting more than 1,000 nautical miles of range with reserves while burning nearly 40% less fuel than a standard avgas-powered engine, putting it into competitive territory for real-world operators. A major part of the progress came from aggressive weight reduction. By redesigning oil and coolant lines, downsizing coolers, switching to lighter composites, and reworking the oil tank, DeltaHawk cut more than 200

Year Full Of Unforgettable Moments Including 86-Year-Old’s 1,000th Jump

The U.S. Parachute Association is celebrating an eventful year in the sport by noting the biggest stories and achievements from the year. Highlights include an 86-year-old skydiver achieving 1,000 jumps and earning her USPA Gold Wings, new world records set, and skydivers completing 26,718 jumps on World Skydiving Day.

ATC Towers Unlikely To Reach Full Staffing Under Current Operations

FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford told Congress on December 16 that if the agency continues operating as it currently does, air traffic control towers across the country are unlikely to ever reach full staffing levels.

Passes Out Of House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee

The National Business Aviation Association lauded the passage by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee of a bill that would maintain continued operations of the FAA and the nation’s air traffic control system in the event of future government shutdowns.

Acquires Cedar Aviation Services at L.F. Wade Int’l Airport

Atlantic Aviation announced the expansion of its FBO network with the acquisition of Cedar Aviation Services Ltd at L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) in Bermuda. Cedar Aviation is well-known among operators who visit the island for its highly personalized service and long-time team members and has earned a reputation for exceptional care and hospitality.

Long-Term Framework For Fed Action, Coordination With Stakeholders At All Levels

The National Air Transportation Association greeted the U.S. Department of Transportation’s release of the Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy. It was announced on the anniversary of the Wright brothers’ first powered flight and represents the spirit of innovation and progress that has led American aviation for over a century.

Businessman, Aviator, Entrepreneur Supports AAM And Collaboration With FAA

The National Business Aviation Association welcomed the confirmation by the Senate of Jared Isaacman to serve in the role of NASA Administrator.

Three Others Lost In Accident At Statesville Regional Airport, NC

Retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina Grossu Biffle, and their daughter Emma and son Ryder, along with three others, died in a plane crash at approximately 10:15 am on December 18, 2025, as Biffle’s aircraft was attempting to return to land at Statesville Regional Airport (KSVH), in Statesville, North Carolina.

Hijacked Cessna 172 Ended Up in the Side of a Hangar After Failed Taxi Attempt

An early-morning aircraft theft at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) ended quickly, and surprisingly without leaving the ground, when a stolen LA Flight Academy Cessna 172 crashed into the side of a hangar. Authorities say the training aircraft struck the building while taxiing, causing damage to both the airplane and the hangar but leaving everyone unharmed.