Ag Aircraft Drone Encounters Increased In 2025 Season
FAA safety campaign coincides with industry warnings on shared airspace.
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DigiFlight Introduces Phoenix Mixed-Reality Trainer For Apache Crews
New device combines cockpit hardware, simulation software and mixed-reality technology for AH-64 training.
Pilatus Secures Certification For PC-12 PRO Simulator
Approval allows the system to be used for pilot training.
FAA Sees Early Surge In Air Traffic Controller Applications
Agency receives 6,000 applications in the first 12 hours of its latest controller hiring push.
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NATA, Embry-Riddle, Tuvoli Launch AI Symposium For Business Aviation
Event will focus on real-world applications for the technology.
NTSB Schedules Investigative Hearing On Deadly UPS MD-11 Cargo Crash
Session will take place over two days in May.
FAA Launches Faster Drone Enforcement Program
DETER program will speed up enforcement against unsafe and unauthorized drone operations.
FAA Flags Potential Seatbelt Failures In GA Aircraft
Agency warns GA pilots to inspect seatbelts and harnesses after multiple NTSB restraint failure cases and outdated TSO concerns.
Upside Down in a Gamebird: Experiencing Thrust Flight’s Aerobatics
Program adds aerobatic training to CFI course.
Garmin Pilot Adds Airport, FBO Comment Feature
Garmin Pilot now lets users post airport and FBO reviews, including fuel, ramp, and service details.
