19th Annual Event Showcases AAM Just Prior To AirVenture

The Vertical Flight Society announced that dozens of the world’s electric aircraft developers and tech experts will be presenting at the 19th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS) which will be hosted by VFS in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on July 19-20, 2025, the weekend just prior to the EAA AirVenture, the world's largest aviation celebration also in Oshkosh at the Wittman Regional Airport (OSH) from July 21-27.

Clear Instructions, Ed Resources, Requirements On Medical Conditions

The National Aviation Business Association expressed satisfaction about recent upgrades implemented on the FAA’s MedXpress website to assist pilots getting ready for the next visit with their AME, or aviation medical examiner, to renew their medical certificate.

"Across America" Circuit Hits Vegas, Tests Demanding Flight Environment

Swiss electric aircraft developer H55 completed the fourth stop of its Across America tour, and its B23 Energic aircraft demonstrated the reliability of its electric propulsion system (EPS) in the high heat and low density altitude conditions of the Mojave Desert.

Online Publication For Safer, Smarter IFR Flying

Sporty’s announced the introduction of IFR Focus, a new online publication dedicated entirely to instrument flying. It is designed for both active IFR pilots as well as those working toward the instrument rating, and it offers practical, pilot-centered advice on staying sharp within the IFR system.

Partners Aim to Lower Entry Barrier into Advanced Air Mobility

Vertical Aerospace recently announced a partnership with Bristow Group to make its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the VX4, a more feasible option for commercial operators. This knocks out the need for customers to track down crews, maintenance, insurance, and infrastructure on a separate bill.

Conservationists Join Next New Shepard Flight

Blue Origin announced the crew that will fly on its upcoming New Shepard NS-32 Mission. Those include Allie Kuehner and her husband, Carl Kuehner, Leland Larson, Freddie Rescigno, Jr., Owolabi Salis, and James (Jim) Sitkin.

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Tom Tomlinson Talks About Helicopters, Pilots, And Aircrews

At Fun ‘N Fun 2025, ANN’s Rex Alexander spoke with Tom Tomlinson flew the EurUH-1 Iroquois, more popularly known as the Huey, in Vietnam, but also flew the Hughes OH-6 Cayuse trainer and the Bell OH-58 Kiowa aircraft. Tomlinson is a volunteer with the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association of Florida. There is no centralized state headquarters for the Association, and the chapters are spread out depending on where the members live. The original group started the organization in Tampa, and there are groups in Pensacola, Jacksonville, Miami. Statewide there are about 293 membe

Senate Hears Testimony, Endorsed By Many Industry Leaders, Groups

The National Business Aviation Association called on the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation to advance the nomination of Bryan Bedford as the next permanent FAA Administrator as quickly as possible. Numerous aviation leaders and groups have expressed their support for Bedford as the right leader the troubled agency needs right now.

Crucial Step To Improving Safety, Pilot Work Environment

The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) praised the U.S. House of Representatives’ Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, led by Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), for approving HR 2591, the Mental Health in Aviation Act, introduced by Reps. Sean Casten (D-IL) and Pete Stauber (R-MN).

Pilot Was Unable To Maintain Altitude And Made A Forced Landing In Tall Grass, During Which The Gyroplane Rolled Over

Analysis: The pilot of the gyroplane reported several lane warnings during the flight, which indicated possible disruptions to the fuel/ignition timing by the engine’s digital engine control unit (ECU). The ECU was comprised of two modules that worked in sync with each other to monitor numerous sensors throughout the engine. Although the pilot tried to reset the lane warning several times, the engine lost partial power.

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“These new resources are really about helping you to help yourself. Unless you had been through the process before, applicants were often unaware of all that was involved in addressing specific conditions. Having this new information, all in one place, offers greater clarity and the comfort of knowing what to expect when applying for, or renewing, your medical certificate.” Source: Mark Larsen, CAM, NBAA Director for Safety and Flight Operations, discussing the organization's satisfaction with recent upgrades implemented on the FAA’s MedXpress website to assist pilots getting ready for the next visit with their AME, or aviation medical examiner, to renew their medical certificate.