The latest annual General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey shows a slight dip in the number of GA aircraft flying, but a jump in the number of hours flown.
Aviation News
Three-Year Growth Streak Continues for Twin Cities General Aviation Airports
New data shows the six general aviation airports in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area saw upticks in operations, including a 13.6% increase at Flying Cloud Airport and a 15% increase at Crystal Airport.
Runway Extension Brings Thunderbirds to KRMG
Flying demonstrations will take place Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4. Organizers opted to forego hosting a show on Sunday as many in the area will attend religious services and spend time with their families to celebrate Easter, officials noted.
New Aviation Board Game Released
Designed as both an entertaining experience and a cultural homage to the aviation industry, Aviopolis invites players to acquire, manage, and develop airports, services, and infrastructure while navigating unexpected events such as overbookings, turbulence, and operational disruptions.
VFR Into IMC Fatal For Three
The non-instrument-rated pilot’s decision to depart under visual flight rules into instrument meteorological conditions, which resulted in an inflight collision with terrain while maneuvering.
Picture of the Day: Guess Which One Is Mine
Huey Segura Jr submitted this photo and note: “Stopping at Stennis International Airport (KHSA) in Bay St Louis, Mississippi, for fuel.”
What’s Your Favorite Airplane?
For columnist Jamie Beckett, the answer varies, but always comes back to the one airplane he wishes he could own again — and the one he couldn’t wait to get away from.
FAA Cracks Down on Drones in 2025
The FAA levied fines ranging from $1,771 to $36,770, as well as suspended or revoke drone pilot certificates.
Zenith Workshop Returns to Texas
The workshop begins Friday morning, March 6, at Boerne Stage Airfield and concludes the following day. On March 7, Zenith will also host an informal regional fly-in gathering for Zenith aircraft owners, pilots, builders, and aviation enthusiasts.