Aircraft maintenance tips: Spring cleaning
Before you jump back into the air after a long winter and cold spring, it's wise to take some time to prepare your airplane for the busy flying season.
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Public meetings set in Oregon as Air Force considers SUA
Potential changes to military airspace in several parts of Oregon could affect general aviation pilots, who are being encouraged to weigh in.
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Icon seeks FAA answer by May 31
Kirk Hawkins, CEO and founder of Icon Aircraft, has asked the FAA to issue a final decision by May 31 on his exemption request to increase the weight of his Icon A5 amphibious LSA by 250 pounds.
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Fresh reports of aircraft searches, CBP has little to say
AOPA coverage of general aviation aircraft searches conducted by federal officials prompted similar reports, but the government has yet to explain the practice.
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AOPA seeks comment extension on proposed FAA data policy
AOPA wants the FAA to extend the comment period on a proposed data distribution policy that could impact the public's access to FAA data.
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Cuba makes changes to overflight permit fees
Changes in how Cuba processes and charges for overflight permits will directly affect general aviation pilots.
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Army to align new restricted airspace with chart cycle
The U.S. Army will delay using new restricted airspace in Virginia until the Washington sectional chart is published, which will include the new areas.
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FAA's plan for AirVenture ATC user fees 'troubling'
AOPA on May 22 denounced an FAA plan to charge the Experimental Aircraft Association for the travel costs, per diem expenses, and overtime pay of the air traffic controllers it deploys to staff EAA AirVenture.
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HondaJet CEO confident in light jet market
While challenged by engine flight test problems and a struggling economy, the president and CEO of Honda Aircraft remains optimistic that his light jet will be the right airplane at the right time.
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FAA finalizes airway changes in Mississippi
Decommissioning of the vortac in Jackson, Miss., and the concurrent commissioning of a new vortac, requires airway changes but will not disrupt operations.
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RTCA symposium set for June, AOPA sponsors program app
AOPA President and RTCA Chairman Craig Fuller will be speaking about the future of the airspace system at the RTCA 2013 Global Aviation Symposium June 5 and 6 in Washington, D.C.
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Flight school forms simulator club
Imagine having yearlong access to a flight school's simulator for $120. That's soon to be a reality for pilots near Lock Haven, Pa., thanks to a new club formed by local flight school AvSport.
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Mechanic takes responsibility for Honolulu emergency
Cruising over Honolulu at 3,000 feet, the Robinson R-22's engine suddenly quit. Quick action by the pilot saved lives, and the mechanic took responsibility.
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New Diamond twin makes first North American touchdown
The first North American delivery of a Diamond DA42-VI occurred May 7. The aircraft features some 21 aerodynamic improvements that save some 88 pounds and boost maximum cruise speed to 197 knots true.
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Massive tornado devastates Oklahoma
After a massive tornado ripped through Oklahoma City and its suburbs on May 20, the FAA implemented a temporary flight restriction at the request of local police. Flights over the area would make it impossible for rescue crews to hear victims who might be trapped in rubble.
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Commemorative Air Force seeks national base
Based in Texas with dozens of warbirds and volunteer wings operating around the country, the Commemorative Air Force now plans to build a national attraction.
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Pilatus unveils PC-24
Calling it a "super versatile jet," Pilatus on May 21 introduced its new, $8.9 million PC-24 twinjet at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exposition in Geneva.
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Embry-Riddle lands top spot in safety competition
For the second year in a row, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott, Ariz., flight team has won the top spot at the Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference.
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IFR Fix: Rotate, or the river?
Even a comfortable home airport can turn unforgiving if you arrive before you're ready, uncertain that you can reconfigure with your customary prompt precision.
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AOPA members offer five favorite apps
AOPA members are passionate about the apps they love. The association highlights five more that pilots said they couldn't live without.
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Are you covered if a passenger is injured in your aircraft?
If you or one of your passengers suffers an injury while in your aircraft, medical payments coverage pays the medical expenses for those injuries.
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Official trailer for Disney's 'Planes' released
The official trailer for the new Disney movie "Planes" has been released. The 3-D animated movie will be screened at EAA AirVenture Aug. 2.
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Buy a sectional, win an airplane
Until May 18, little did Christopher Boyle know that the purchase of a $9 sectional would win him an airplane, but win he did.
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Boeing puts BBJ 3 on display at EBACE
A Boeing 737-900ER customized for opulent private travel and dubbed the Boeing Business Jet 3 was displayed for the first time in Geneva.
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Bombardier announces Challenger 350
The Challenger 350 expands the Bombardier Aerospace bizjet line with creature comfort and 3,200-nautical-mile range with eight passengers.
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Dynon employees launch flying club with homebuilt Glasair
Seven employees at Woodinville, Wash.-based Dynon Avionics who formed the Swamp Creek Flying Club have finished building a Glasair Sportsman under its Two Weeks To Taxi program and have begun flying.
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Arthur Godfrey Aviation Foundation announces scholarships
New scholarship opportunities from the Arthur Godfrey Aviation Foundation seek to draw more young people into aviation.
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Finalists chosen for flying club scholarship
Wheeling, Ill.-based Ground Effect Advisors has chosen 10 finalists to win a scholarship with more than $3,500 worth of products and support to start a flying club.
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U of Maine-Augusta offers aviation bachelor's degree
The University of Maine at Augusta is enrolling students for its new bachelor of science degree in aviation for the fall 2013 semester.
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The 'list that doesn't exist': FAA-allowed medications
The FAA does not publish an official list of medications that are considered appropriate for aviation activities. But AOPA has one.
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Pilot detained, searched for mysterious reasons
A routine stop led to an extensive search of aircraft and occupants, a practice that may be becoming a (troubling) routine.
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GA safety focus of high-level talks
AOPA and other associations representing general aviation interests met May 13 with the FAA administrator and senior staff to discuss ongoing efforts to improve safety.
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Beechcraft takes AOPA executives behind the scenes
Beechcraft Corp. is moving full steam ahead with its product line of Bonanzas, Barons, and King Airs, and showed off its revamped manufacturing operation in Wichita, Kan., May 15 to AOPA President Craig Fuller and AOPA Vice President of Advertising Carol Dodds.
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DTC DUAT supports AOPA's Flying Clubs Initiative
DTC DUAT, the popular pilot-weather and flight-planning information service, has stepped forward to support AOPA's core mission to protect the freedom to fly.
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Almost halfway around
Jack Wiegand checked in from Greece via satellite phone on his flight to become the youngest pilot to fly around the world solo.
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Airline executive appointed as FAA deputy administrator
Michael G. Whitaker, whose resume includes service as a major airline executive, board member, and consultant, is President Barack Obama's pick to serve as FAA deputy administrator.
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