General Aviation
News and issues concerning general aviation, specifically airplanes and helicopters powered by piston and alternative engines (i.e., non-turbine powered aircraft). Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.
China recently issued its latest five-year plan for general aviation, which aims to provide a “strong legal guarantee” for advancing civil aviation.
Universal is providing panel and helmet mounted enhanced vision displays to European law enforcement agencies.
Air ambulances equipped with Skytrac can transmit patient data via satellite or cell in real-time and live-stream video to remote physicians.
None of the five fatal fatal accidents in the country last year involved commercial or turbine general aviation aircraft.
Garmin receives EASA approval for installation of its GFC 600H digital autopilot for Airbus AS350 helicopters.
State bill would outlaw all "non-essential" helicopter traffic in New York City.
Cirrus Aircraft will deliver a total of 25 SR-Series Trac20 piston singles to United Aviate Academy.
In 2003, Garmin unveiled the G1000 integrated avionics suite, changing the way pilots fly.
European helicopter schools join forces to offer more diverse, specialized training.
The Sentry Plus ADS-B In receiver is now equipped with an OLED display that shows the battery life, g-load, and carbon monoxide levels.
