A fleet wide approval for an unleaded fuel for general aviation is expected in the third quarter of 2025.
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May declared general aviation month
Dozens of elected officials across the U.S. have issued formal declarations celebrating general aviation in honor of the National Celebration of General Aviation D.C. Flyover.
Kentucky Aviation of Fame reveals Class of 2024
Three Kentucky natives have been chosen for the state’s Aviation Hall of Fame.
New ACS and PTS effective May 31, 2024
Officials with Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA) report the FAA released 11 new FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS) and Practical Test Standards (PTS) that will go into effect May 31, 2024.
Pictures of the Day: Winging its way westward
Chris Gardiner submitted thes photos and note: “A 2/3 replica Ferguson Spitfire winging its way westward to its new owner in Red Deer, Alberta, courtesy of Simon Hitchen, pilot in command.”
More than 1 million gallons of G100 UL unleaded fuel now available
The famous Howard DGA-6 replica “Mister Mulligan” became the first airplane to fly in an air show powered by G100UL unleaded avgas.
Work continues to identify cause of valve seat recession in planes using unleaded fuel
Analysis indicates that aromatic concentration tolerances for UL94 may contribute to valve seat recession in certain flight profiles, Lycoming officials said, noting that the problem — right now — seems to be isolated to the UND fleet.
Electric motor completes first phase of testing
The testing focused on high voltage (800V) operations and thermal performance, according to company officials, who said the results confirmed the magni650 electric engine’s capabilities at altitudes of up to 27,500 feet.
MT-Propeller earns engine STC for Piper Meridian
MT-Propeller has taken the next step, earning an STC to replace an engine.