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BETA Starts Texas Electric Aircraft Test Flights
BETA Technologies begins electric aircraft test flights in Texas, evaluating the aircraft under real-world conditions.
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BETA Starts Texas Electric Aircraft Test Flights
BETA Technologies begins electric aircraft test flights in Texas, evaluating the aircraft under real-world conditions.
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Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Trials Begin in Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania
The FAA has launched a three-year program of hybrid-electric aircraft demonstration flights in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Systems
Laredo Youth Pilot Program Sees Unprecedented Response
A free youth aviation program in Laredo, Texas, has received over 1,000 applications, exceeding initial expectations.
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PGA Tour Pro Maverick McNealy Finds Time with Cirrus Aircraft
Maverick McNealy, a PGA Tour professional, has found a way to balance his golf career with family life thanks to a Cirrus aircraft. He uses the plane to save time and spend more quality moments with his loved ones.
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1991 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza Named Top Pick by Aircraft For Sale
A 1991 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza has been chosen as the top pick by Aircraft For Sale due to its unique combination of classic aviation craftsmanship and modern upgrades.
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Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Trials Begin in Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania
The FAA has launched a three-year program of hybrid-electric aircraft demonstration flights in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Laredo Youth Pilot Program Sees Unprecedented Response
A free youth aviation program in Laredo, Texas, has received over 1,000 applications, exceeding initial expectations.
PGA Tour Pro Maverick McNealy Finds Time with Cirrus Aircraft
Maverick McNealy, a PGA Tour professional, has found a way to balance his golf career with family life thanks to a Cirrus aircraft. He uses the plane to save time and spend more quality moments with his loved ones.
1991 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza Named Top Pick by Aircraft For Sale
A 1991 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza has been chosen as the top pick by Aircraft For Sale due to its unique combination of classic aviation craftsmanship and modern upgrades.
Boeing Field Runway Scoured in Semiannual FOD Walk
King County International Airport (KBFI) held a semiannual FOD (Foreign Object Debris) walk, engaging 100 civilian volunteers to clear its 10,007-foot runway.
FAA Administrator Opposes Closure of Burke Lakefront Airport
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford has publicly opposed Cleveland's effort to close Burke Lakefront Airport, citing anticipated growth in air traffic and the need to retain capacity.
Flight Instructors Face Eight-Hour Limit
The FAA regulates the maximum number of hours flight instructors can fly within a 24-hour period, posing a challenge to managing fatigue.
The Airplane Farm Unveils Three eVTOL Aircraft Designs
The Airplane Farm, a Nevada-based aircraft company, has announced plans for three eVTOL designs aimed at personal transportation, aerobatic flying, and tactical operations.
Air Force HH-60Ws Rescue Five Navy Personnel
Two U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopters successfully rescued five Navy personnel after an MH-60S Seahawk made a hard landing in mountainous terrain during a high-altitude training flight.
NASA Announces MAX POWER Aerospace Expo at Kennedy
NASA has announced a two-day aerospace expo and airshow, MAX POWER, scheduled for November 7-8 at Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Vision Jet Damaged In Idaho Takeoff Accident
A Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet was damaged in a takeoff accident at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport in Idaho, injuring one person.
Uber's Drone Delivery Bet: 1 Million Daily Trips by 2029
Uber partners with Zipline to expand drone delivery services, aiming for 1 million daily deliveries by 2029 in cities like Dallas and Houston.
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