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Key Takeaways:

  • AOPA Expo 2005 is scheduled for November 3-5 in Tampa, Florida, with online registration now open.
  • The Vickers Vimy successfully completed a test flight after repairs and is expected to depart across the Atlantic this week.
  • A New Zealand court has been ordered to reconsider its decision to return a pilot's medical certificate despite a history of fainting incidents.
  • The number of ultra-long airline flights is rapidly increasing due to new jets and economic growth, while China faces a pilot shortage, creating demand for foreign pilots.
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AOPA Expo 2005 is set for Tampa, Fla., Nov. 3-5, online registration is now open…

Vickers Vimy had successful test flight after repairs, could depart across the Atlantic this week…

A New Zealand court has been told to reconsider its decision to give a pilot his medical back despite three incidents when he fainted…

The number of ultra-long airline flights of 15 hours and more is growing fast, spurred by new jets, a strong economy, and booming traffic in Asia, says USA Today

China can’t train pilots fast enough to meet demand, so some jobs going to foreign pilots.

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