The CEO and Chairman of Porto Aviation Group encountered an emergency in his Risen 916iSV ultralight while attempting to set another new speed record. A bird strike may be to blame for the accident. Porto Risen 916iSV registered as I-X068, took off from Alzate Brianza Airport (ILB) at around 0715, while attempting to certify a new top airspeed of 450 km/h (243 kts). General Electric (GE) recently announced that its latest turboprop engine design, the Catalyst, has completed certification testing and received the FAA's nod of approval. The Catalyst is slated to make its operational debut with the new Beechcraft Denali next year. The engine manufacturer unveiled its plan to design an Advanced Turboprop (ATP) nearly 10 years ago. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced a plan to "supercharge" hiring at the FAA Academy. The initiative aims to speed up the hiring process, increase salaries, and attract more applicants. The program was unveiled during a visit to the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City. All this -- and MORE in today's episode of Airborne-Unlimited!!!

 

 

Porto Aviation CEO, Wife, Downed By Bird Strike-Saved by Chute  

GE’s Catalyst Turboprop Engine Earns FAA Green Light  

FAA Ramps Up Air Traffic Controller Hiring—Finally  

Bombardier Delivers 1000th Challenger 3500 

2025 National General Aviation Awards Recipients Announced

Fairchild And Travel Air Celebrate 100 Years At OSH 2025

Boeing Selects Collins For F-15EX Ejection Seats

 

 

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