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NASA, Boeing’s Wisk Aero Make Self-Flying Aircraft Breakthrough

Wisk Aero, Boeing's eVTOL unit, achieved a breakthrough with NASA by successfully simulating a single ground supervisor ...
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Can Cross-Country Diversion Invalidate Your Part 141 Training?

While diverting for weather is sound aeronautical decision making, landing at an unapproved airport can impact your Part 141 ...
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NTSB Focuses on Engine Generator in Fatal Laredo Citation Crash

Pilots reported an unusual vibration and humming noise shortly after takeoff, but after discussing it with maintenance control and troubleshooting a related CAS message, they determined the flight ...
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U.K. Air Taxi Leader Delays Certification to 2029

Vertical Aerospace has delayed the certification and delivery of its Valo eVTOL air taxi to 2029, a one-year slip from its previous target, attributing it to the rigorous process of certifying a new ...
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Cape Air COO Andrew Bonney Tapped to Lead Kenmore Air

Andrew Bonney has been named CEO of Kenmore Air, one of the nation's oldest continuously operating seaplane airlines based in Washington state. Bonney previously served as chief operating officer of ...
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This 1969 Beechcraft Baron 55 Is a High-Utility ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

A 1969 Beechcraft Baron 55 is highlighted as "Today's Top Pick," recognized for its reliable multi-engine performance, suitability for cross-country utility, and accessibility for pilots stepping up.
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Safran’s Turbogenerator Will Propel Electra’s Hybrid EL9

Electra has signed a "life-of-program" agreement with Safran Helicopter Engines for the production of TG600 turbogenerators for its EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft. The nine-passenger EL9 ...
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Pilots Cherish Many Rites of Passage

The first solo flight is considered a major and unforgettable rite of passage for pilots, symbolizing their first true sense of responsibility in the air. A long-standing tradition involves the flight ...
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uAvionix and Jeppesen’s SkyPlay Brings ForeFlight to Cockpit

uAvionix and Jeppesen ForeFlight introduced SkyPlay, integrating the popular ForeFlight flight planning platform directly into panel-mounted avionics. SkyPlay enables pilots to plan flights on an ...
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SpaceX Targets Starship Return to Form on Flight 13

SpaceX is preparing for Starship Flight 13 this Thursday, having implemented significant hardware and software modifications to the V3 rocket to address Super Heavy booster control and engine ...
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Beyond the Practice Area: Mastering That First Dual Cross-Country

The first dual cross-country flight is a highly demanding lesson requiring students to have a solid grasp of basic aircraft handling, radio communication, and navigation skills. Thorough preparation ...