Tecnam Gets EASA Approval for STOL Version Of P2012 Piston Twin Tecnam announced today (March 27) it has received full type certification approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the short takeoff and landing (STOL) variant of its P2012 Traveller light twin. Capua, Italy-based Tecnam invested 18 months in[…] Read this article
Ohio Firm Teams With State On Drone Traffic Management Columbus, Ohio-based CAL Analytics has combined with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to initiate a low-altitude air traffic management system for drone operations. According to CAL Analytics, the system will provide digital tools to enable multiple UAS operators to[…] Read this article
FAA Challenges Students To Innovate Data Usage In The NAS The FAA announced today (March 27) it has launched the “2024 FAA Data Challenge.” The object of the program is to invite university students to explore possibilities for innovating the information and data associated with the U.S. National Airspace System[…] Read this article
NBAA Extends Part 91 Subpart F Benefits For Smaller Aircraft The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has secured an extension for its Small Aircraft Exemption through the end of March 2026. Doug Carr, NBAA’s senior vice president of safety, security, sustainability, and international affairs, said, “This valuable exemption allows operators[…] Read this article
Short Final: Good Guidance As a fresh pilot and first-time aircraft owner back in the early 1980s, I was excited to fly my little two-seat Grumman on a midwinter trip from New England to Florida. Knowing all the complications of weather and airspace issues,[…] Read this article
