Two-Year Deal Includes Improvements In Scheduling And Working Conditions
Pilots flying for Keewatin Air, a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation announced that they have secured a two-year contract with management. The pilots are represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) and this is the first-ever collective bargaining agreement between pilots and the airline.
Agency Shares DPE Utilization and Authorization Growth Effort
This year’s Flight School Association of North America (FSANA) Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) Symposium began with a presentation from FAA senior leadership. It discussed the agency’s work to increase the DPE pool and how it has paid off so far. The presentation was led by Trey McClure, the FAA's Acting Manager of the General Aviation and Commercial division, and Everett Rochon, the agency’s Manager of Airmen Training and Certification.
FAA Issues Directive Following Reports of In-Flight Shutdowns
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) affecting Lycoming engine models with specific connecting rod assemblies. This was prompted by a series of reports of con rod failures that caused uncontained engine breakdowns and in-flight shutdowns (IFSDs). According to the FAA, around 16,000 engines on US aircraft fall under the directive.
Regulations Modify Currency, Qualification, and Training Processes
On December 1, 2024, the FAA will be finalizing major changes for current and future certified flight instructors (CFIs). While many modifications are included in this, the most major is the elimination of certificate expiration dates. The FAA claims that these regulatory changes will allow more efficient licensing and keep CFIs engaged in flight training.
Reservations Still Being Accepted For Future Editions
Los Angeles, California-based Skyryse announced that reservations for its Skyryse One First Edition helicopters have sold out in just six months. Early adopters received an exclusive introductory base price of $1.8 million but reservations are still being accepted with current pricing based on placement on the reservation list. Enthusiasm is high and interested parties are encouraged to act as quickly as possible to get on the reservation list.
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