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20260917

McFarlane Introduces Flex MD23 Digital Meter for Caravans

By General Aviation News Staff · September 4, 2026 · Leave a Comment

McFarlane Aviation has introduced the FAA STC-approved Flex MD23 Volt/Amp Meter, a digital replacement for legacy electrical gauges in Cessna 208B Caravans. The two-inch instrument simplifies electrical system monitoring by combining the meter and selector switch into one display.

What If We Looked At 100LL Differently?

By Ben Sclair · September 3, 2026 · 24 Comments

The debate over leaded aviation fuel often devolves into an all-or-nothing ultimatum. A novel thesis from a University of North Dakota student suggests a pragmatic middle path: What if we focus on capturing lead before it ever leaves the tailpipe?

Powerplant Failures Leading Cause of Fatal Business Aviation Accidents

By General Aviation News Staff · September 3, 2026 · 1 Comment

The National Business Aviation Association’s second quarter 2026 safety analysis reveals that powerplant and component failures were the leading cause of fatal business aviation accidents.

FAA Reaches Milestone With 100th Surface Awareness Initiative System

By General Aviation News Staff · September 3, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The FAA has installed its 100th Surface Awareness Initiative (SAI) system. The surveillance technology uses ADS-B data to help air traffic controllers track aircraft and vehicles in real time, even during poor weather or low visibility.

FlightSimExpo Returns to Las Vegas in 2027

By General Aviation News Staff · September 3, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The eighth annual FlightSimExpo returns to Las Vegas Resort and Casino in June 2027. Hosted by the Flight Simulation Association, the event features product announcements, interactive exhibits, and exclusive sneak peeks from top developers.

Registration Opens for 2026 ARC Air Derby

By General Aviation News Staff · September 2, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Registration is now open for the 2026 ARC Air Derby, a one-day cross-country event that challenges pilots on precision, planning, and navigation rather than speed.

Radiant Introduces Updated Direct-Vane Angle of Attack

By General Aviation News Staff · September 2, 2026 · 2 Comments

Radiant Technology has unveiled its updated direct-vane Angle of Attack (AOA) system for experimental and ultralight aircraft that features HUD capability, a color-coded bar graph, and a pneumatic-free design.

Fargo Air Museum Adds Historic Yak-52 To Its Collection

By General Aviation News Staff · September 1, 2026 · Leave a Comment

The Fargo Air Museum recently expanded its collection with a historic Soviet Cold War-era Yakovlev Yak-52W.

Pilot Rise Flight School Opens New Location at KRBD

By General Aviation News Staff · September 1, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Pilot Rise Flight School is expanding its operations with a new location at Dallas Executive Airport (KRBD) in Texas. The flight school opened in 2018 at a Fort Worth airport.

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