Tickets for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh are Now Live

With tickets to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh now available, the countdown to “The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration” is officially underway. The week-long fly-in, along with the hundreds of thousands of aviation enthusiasts that come out to see it, will return to Wittman Regional Airport from July 20-26 for the 73rd year of the event.

Kit Manufacturer Takes Advantage of MOSAIC to Build its Flight Training Reputation

Van’s Aircraft has spent decades shaping the experimental world, and in the process, it has entered the big leagues in a way no one could’ve anticipated. With MOSAIC opening the door for more capable Light Sport Aircraft, Van’s has found itself in a uniquely strong position to compete directly with long-established GA manufacturers.

Only Authorized Provider For Starter Product Line Repairs

Hartzell Engine Tech announced the naming of Quality Aircraft Accessories as its Recommended Service Facility for the Sky-Tec starter product line. This designation enables Quality Aircraft Accessories to be the only facility authorized by Hartzell Engine Tech to perform repairs on genuine Sky-Tec PM and LS series starters whether they are installed on certified or non-certified engines.

Expands Reach In GA Aftermarket Parts And Components

McFarlane Aviation announced it has acquired the extensive line of South Seas Ventures FAA-PMA products, significantly expanding McFarlane’s reach in supporting general aviation and legacy aircraft, particularly for Beechcraft Barons and Bonanzas.

Ambitious Goal Aims for Total Overhaul of ATC Systems by End of 2028

The FAA has updated its website with a new section for their so-called FlightCommand system, a wholesale effort to upgrade air traffic control systems that will extend to every inch of the industry. The FAA believes it will implement a “brand-new air traffic control system by the end of 2028” via an expedited procurement process. “An innovative, first-of-its-kind contract will incentivize results and hold the Prime Integrator accountable for any missed deadlines and performance issues,” which does seem like an improvement from the usual contracting process. So what's on tap? The list is pretty long...

Nav Systems Find Great Test Range in the Mojave

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has been working on their future Martian helicopters, after Ingenuity was such a smashing success. A recurring problem towards the end was the poor thing's navigational systems: It's hard to tell the difference from one featureless martian sand dune to another. So NASA folks headed to some of Earth's own featureless sand dunes to start training the next one...

Airplane Descended Into Trees Located Beyond The Departure End Of The Runway

Analysis: The pilot departed in variable light wind conditions for an aerial application flight. During the initial climb, the airplane reached an altitude of about 40 ft agl as the pilot began a turn away from the runway. The pilot described that the wind shifted to a tailwind and the airplane’s airspeed decreased. The airplane then exceeded its critical angle of attack, resulting in an aerodynamic stall at low altitude. With insufficient height to recover, the airplane descended into trees located beyond the departure end of the runway and came to rest in an upright position near a tree line. The airplane’s wings, fuselage, and tail section were substantially damaged during the accident sequence.

From 2024 (YouTube Edition): Providing Continuous Talk, Text, And Email

General Manager of Airtext Jonathan Pinson brought his company’s newest Oasis suite to NBAA 2023, and he gave ANN founder Jim Campbell the rundown. Their new Oasis IFE offers dual-channel satellite radios for continued communications in-flight, offering passengers and pilots moving maps, 2-way radio, ATIS, and even clearances before, during, and after flights. The in flight entertainment system jacks into cabin multimedia equipment to provide a locally stored media server that requires no data usage in flight. Airtext continues to provide continuous talk, text, and email functionality as their flagship product, with faster connections in the pipeline for future release.

Aero Linx: South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) Airports in South Carolina support the state’s economy and are themselves economic generators. Residents, businesses, and visitors also rely on the airport system for health, welfare and safety needs. Further, South Carolina’s military airfields are also important to our national security. All types of businesses in South Carolina rely on aviation––through both commercial service and general aviation airports––for the efficient transport of people and goods. Airports are a critical part of the transportation infrastructure needed to retain and attract business development in the state. South Carolina Aviation Association and its members are considered significant resources on aviation-related subjects to our state legislators, our congressmen and our professional colleagues.

North Atlantic High Level Airspace (NAT HLA) That volume of airspace (as defined in ICAO Document 7030) between FL 285 and FL 420 within the Oceanic Control Areas of Bodo Oceanic, Gander Oceanic, New York Oceanic East, Reykjavik, Santa Maria, and Shanwick, excluding the Shannon and Brest Ocean Transition Areas. ICAO Doc 007 North Atlantic Operations and Airspace Manual provides detailed information on related aircraft and operational requirements.