HEXA Flights Suspended for the Remainder of EXPO 2025

A HEXA electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft experienced a component failure while performing demo flights at EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Japan. Though it was able to land without an issue, the bird and its twin will remain grounded until event organizers say otherwise.

Total Loss Of Engine Power And Subsequent Autorotation To A Swamp, That Resulted In A Rollover

Analysis: The non-certificated pilot departed from the airport in the unregistered experimental gyroplane for a local area flight. Shortly after departure, the experimental 2-stroke engine sustained a total loss of engine power. The pilot initiated an autorotation to a swamp. After successfully landing the gyroplane, the pilot began the shutdown process. However, due to the “spongy and soft” ground, the gyroplane began to “wobble,” and the gyroplane rolled over to the right. The pilot was then pinned under the gyroplane, and he was unable to release the lap belt. About an hour later, he found his cellular phone and contacted first responders who were able to later extract him from the gyroplane.

From 2021: The Inside Skinny On What Being An ANN Oshkosh Stringer Is All About

By ANN Senior Stringer Extraordinare, Gene Yarbrough The annual gathering at Oshkosh is a right of passage or a pilgrimage to Mecca for many. However the rank and file public rarely have the opportunity to experience the FULL Oshkosh experience. Oshkosh, like onions and ogres, is a multi-layered microcosm within the enigma of the greater Wisconsin county in which it transpires. The Aero-News Network stringer has opportunity, and if so inclined, the access to every aspect of general aviation including the "behind the scenes" view few even know exist.