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GAO: Major Cost, Schedule Gaps in ATC Overhaul

Watchdog says accelerated modernization effort lacks a complete lifecycle cost estimate and integrated schedule.

FAA Updates Sport Pilot Checkride Standards

Revised standards raise the minimum altitude for some maneuvers and bring testing requirements in line with MOSAIC.

Textron, Merlin Unveil Autonomous SkyCourier Concept

Proposed SkyCourier UX would carry about 6,000 pounds and operate without an onboard crew on military logistics missions.

Wisconsin Congressman, Pilot Escape Bonanza After Lake Ditching

Rep. Tom Tiffany and pilot Leonard Boltz suffered minor injuries.

Texas eVTOL Program Moves From Planning to Flight Tests

Joby and BETA aircraft are now flying under the federal integration program, with more North Texas demonstrations scheduled through the weekend.

Flying Magazine

Pilot Flying Congressman Tom Tiffany Makes Emergency Water Landing

Single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza K35 loses power, and pilot ‘did every single thing right.'

This 2020 Cirrus SF50 G2 Vision Jet Is a High-Altitude ‘AircraftForSale' Top Pick

Single-engine personal plane boasts Safe Return Autoland, elite package upgrades, and low total time.

AI Comes to the Cockpit

Three companies are bringing artificial intelligence to general aviation.

MOSAIC Was Supposed to Fix This

While FAA has adapted to increase sport pilot privileges under new rule, the industry is going in a different direction.

Epic Flight Academy Adds Test Prep for A&P Certification

Courses will be offered at the school's campuses in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, and Erlanger, Kentucky.