Lycoming Extends TBO To 2,600 Hours For Several Piston Engine Families
Operators could have up to 400 additional hours between overhauls.
Ownership
AVweb’s Ownership section provides in-depth coverage on aircraft ownership, maintenance, and operational considerations. From updates on unleaded aviation fuels like G100UL to regulatory decisions impacting fuel usage, this section offers valuable insights for aircraft owners and operators. Stay informed on the latest developments affecting your aircraft’s performance, compliance, and overall ownership experience.
Read More »
Swift Plans Seven-Engine 100R Testing at FAA Technical Center
Evaluation will focus on higher-compression Continental and Lycoming engines.
FAA Expands Approval List For Swift Fuels’ 100R Unleaded Avgas
The FAA has expanded the Approved Model List for Swift Fuels’ 100R unleaded aviation gasoline, adding more than 1,200 piston engine models and 1,600 airframes.
Gulfstream Tests 100% SAF At 50,000 Feet
Preliminary results indicate reduced particle emissions associated with contrail formation.
Unleaded Avgas Airport Playbook Lands Before Final FAA Plan
June publications from the National Academies put the unleaded fuel transition in the hands of airport operators.
Boulder Adds UL94 Under Transition Plan
The airport is offering unleaded avgas ahead of Colorado’s 2030 phaseout timeline.
Louisiana Extends Liability Protection To Private Airfield Owners
Aviation groups say the measure could encourage more landowners to open their airfields while reducing legal concerns.
Hop-A-Jet Urges FAA To Expand Engine Corrosion Mandate
Hop-A-Jet is calling on the FAA to expand proposed CF34 engine inspection requirements and close what it describes as gaps in corrosion detection and reporting.
Study Finds SAF Could Fall Short Of 2030 Target
Researchers say announced projects face feedstock, policy and market hurdles.
Germany Funds Large-Scale eSAF Plant
The Brandenburg project is expected to produce synthetic aviation fuel beginning in 2030.
