German Subsidiary Of Shang Gong Group Purchases Assets

The Shanghai-based Shang Gong Group has acquired the assets of German aircraft manufacturer Flight Design and will make significant investment into increasing production in the Czech Republic.

Manufacturer Continues to Refine Production Aircraft’s Wing and Empennage

Vans Aircraft is continuing to tweak and finalize details for the high-wing RV-15 which is, for now, expected to move toward production later this year. The manufacturer is centering on the aircraft’s wing and empennage designs. The final RV-15 will be a backcountry capable, high-performance, two-seater aircraft targeting a cruise speed of 140 kts.

Industry Group Supports Entrepreneur, Pioneer, Business Leader

The Commercial Space Federation, or CSF, threw its full support behind the nomination of Jared Isaacman to be the next NASA Administrator, citing his decades of experience as an entrepreneur, businessman, and his understanding of the important role the U.S. commercial space industry plays in achieving the space exploration and research goals of the agency.

Aircraft Report Thousands of Incidents in 2024, Led by California, Texas

Despite years of warnings, fines, and arrests, people just can’t seem to resist the urge to shine lasers at aircraft. In 2024 alone, pilots reported 12,840 laser strikes to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). While that number represents a 3% decline from 2023, it is still far too high for comfort.

Super Scoopers And MMAs Sent To Oklahoma, New Mexico

Bridger Aerospace, one of the nation’s largest aerial firefighting companies, has deployed several aircraft to actively support wildfire containment efforts in Oklahoma and New Mexico. Two CL-415EAF Super Scooper aircraft flew to Oklahoma on March 11 to join a Multi-Mission Aircraft (MMA), and one MMA  was dispatched to New Mexico to begin operations there to enhance that state’s firefighting response capabilities.

Manufacturer Showcases Abstract Aircraft Concept Revisions During 2025 Summit

On day two of Airbus’s annual Summit, the manufacturer shared updates to its path towards hydrogen-powered commercial aviation. While the project has been set back at least a few years, Airbus is still working to explore concepts and finalize broad details for its ZEROe aircraft. Airbus first debuted the ZEROe project in 2020.

Part Of 2024 Order Adding To Previous Agreement For Aircraft

FedEd announced a new order for 10 ATR 72-600F turboprop regional aircraft, adding to a previous 2017 agreement and 2024 order for the aircraft to be delivered beginning in 2027 through to 2029.

Will Accelerate Certification Of Electric And Hydrogen-Electric Powertrains

ZeroAvia announced it has appointed Billy Nolen to a role as Senior Strategy and Regulatory Advisor for the company. He has extensive experience in aviation as an airline pilot and executive and is a former FAA Administrator and recognized aviation safety expert.

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As previously reported, a Risen Superveloce (SV) flying from Alzate Brianza Airport in Italy to Valtellina Valley on a test flight to replicate previous high performance technical testing, when it was apparently struck by a bird resulting in significant damage to the windscreen and subsequent injuries to pilot Alberto Porto, forcing him to deploy the airframe parachute which brought the aircraft to a safe landing. Air Cover Engineering, which acquired Titan Aircraft’s assets in December, recently announced that it will soon be breaking gr

The Pilot Realized He Had Forgotten To Extend The Landing Gear

Analysis: The pilot reported that he thought he put the landing gear down on the base leg of the traffic pattern before the landing. It was dark with no wind and his approach and landing flare were normal with no indication of any issues until the airplane began to vibrate and he heard noise from the propeller and saw sparks. The pilot realized he had forgotten to extend the landing gear. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the lower fuselage. 

From 2009 (YouTube Edition): Son Ross Granley Describes Passion for Sharing Aviation with the World

Ross Granley grew up on the air show circuit; his father, Bud Granley, flew for 47 years as an aerobatic pilot before starting his own company, “Granley Family Airshows.” Be it helping his father navigate to events, or watching his father perform, Ross’s enthusiasm for aviation began at an early age.  Eventually, his passion led him to join the Royal Canadian Air Force, following in his father’s footsteps. Captain Ross Granley’s first taste of performance came while serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force

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Back-Taxi A term used by air traffic controllers to taxi an aircraft on the runway opposite to the traffic flow. The aircraft may be instructed to back-taxi to the beginning of the runway or at some point before reaching the runway end for the purpose of departure or to exit the runway.

“Our hearts are with the people of Oklahoma as they face these devastating fires, which have tragically led to fatalities, numerous injuries, and the destruction of hundreds of homes, ranches, and properties. We stand in solidarity with affected communities and remain committed to supporting wildfire management agencies across the US through the deployment of critical resources, including our Scoopers and Multi-Mission Aircraft.” Source: Sam Davis, Chief Executive Officer of Bridger Aerospace, reflecting on their efforts as they deployed several aircraft to actively support wildfire containment efforts in Oklahoma and New Mexico. Two CL-415EAF Super Scooper aircraft flew to Oklahoma on March 11 to join a Multi-Mi