Aviation News

It would appear the venerable An-2 Colt biplane, which has served Russian and various other east European militaries since 1947, will outlive its planned replacement. Various sources are reporting Russia will cancel the modest development of a nine-seat utility airplane, the LMS-901 Baikal, in favor of replacing the radial engine on the AN-2 with a […]

A Washington State online reseller has become the darling of his community after he snagged the deal of the year, at least on paper. Zach, 35 (he wouldn’t tell Newsweek his last name or hometown), paid $30 at a thrift store in central Washington for an engine air supply valve that aftermarket aircraft parts dealer […]

The Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions group has issued its second in a series of three information bulletins, this one explaining the Piston Aviation Fuels Initiative (PAFI) and the role it plays in the FAA’s potential issuance of a “fleet authorization” for a fuel being developed by Lyondell/Basell. If the fuel passes the battery of […]

Delta Airlines has issued a statement countering what it says are “false and misleading assertions” about the experience and past performance of the pilots of the Endeavor Air CRJ 900 that crashed in Toronto on Feb. 17. Social media and YouTube has exploded with commentary and analysis, some of it centering on the fact that […]

The Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation (JRBAF) announced a new partnership with Patagonia Bush Pilots, allowing U.S. pilots the opportunity to train and fly in the Patagonia region of South America. Founded in July 2024, JRBAF was established to honor Jim Richmond’s legacy by expanding access to backcountry flying. As the founder of CubCrafters, Richmond […]

On Wednesday, a coalition representing commercial and general aviation interests urged Congress and the Federal Aviation Administration to take immediate action to strengthen air traffic control (ATC) staffing and technology. In a Feb. 19 letter, the groups wrote, “we must support air traffic controller workforce hiring and training, modernize and deploy state-of-the-art air traffic control […]

eVTOL manufacturer Archer Aviation has received Part 141 Federal Aviation Administration approval to begin flight training operations—a key milestone as the company advances toward commercial air taxi services with its Midnight aircraft. “With this certificate, Archer can now train and qualify pilots as part of its newly launched training academy, with plans to build a […]

The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) announced its five nominees for the prestigious Collier Trophy on Feb. 18, including several notable general aviation contenders. According to the association, since 1911, the Collier Trophy has been awarded annually for “the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America with respect to improving the performance, efficiency, and safety […]

Southwest Airlines announced this week it is laying off 1,750 employees, the first-ever major layoff in Southwest’s 53-year history. According to Dallas-based Southwest, the layoffs would focus on senior leadership and directors, so-called “corporate overhead and leadership positions.” The layoffs are scheduled to be completed the end of June. CEO Bob Jordan said in a […]

Flight training provider ATP Flight School announced today (Feb. 19) it is instituting a new program to provide free Airbus A320 type rating training and its advanced Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP CTP) training for randomly selected eligible alumni. The training grants total $15,000 per quarter available to alumni to advance their piloting […]