Aviation News
AutoFlight Demonstrates 5-Ton eVTOL Transition Flight
Aircraft completes vertical takeoff-to-cruise sequence during public test in China.
Arizona Police Helicopter Crashes During Shooting Response
Two occupants were killed while providing air support during an active shooter event.
Montana County Limits Airport Night Ops; AOPA Pushes Back
AOPA is pushing back after Granite County, Montana, voted to limit nighttime operations at Riddick Field by restricting use of the airport’s rotating beacon to emergency activations only.
FAA Recommends More Spatial Disorientation Training For Pilots
The FAA is urging operators to expand spatial disorientation training for pilots, highlighting high-profile accidents like the 2020 helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant.
HondaJet Elite II Certified With Emergency Autoland
The HondaJet Elite II has become the first twin‑turbine very light jet certified with Emergency Autoland.
AOPA President Steps Down
AOPA CEO Darren Pleasance is stepping back from day-to-day leadership and moving into an advisory role.
House Approves DOT Funding Bill With $22.2B For FAA
On Tuesday, the House approved a $22.2 billion funding package for the FAA, ending the partial government shutdown.
FBI: Man Charged With Stealing Plane While on Methamphetamine
Federal complaint follows FBI investigation at municipal airports.
Cirrus Launches Updated G3 Vision Jet
New model adds seating, cockpit features and design updates.