“We wanted to ensure that advance tickets are available for those who enjoy giving AirVenture tickets as holiday gifts.”
Briefings
Iowa kicks off transportation photo contest
Photographers can submit up to 20 digital photos for consideration. Photos must be submitted by Feb. 2, 2026.
Another patent for the Switchblade flying car
The newest patent, issued Nov. 19, 2025, covers the tail fold and retraction design of the flying car.
Sheltair opens new FBO at KSRQ
Sheltair Aviation celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its new FBO at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (KSRQ) in Florida Nov. 19, 2025.
Cirrus introduces trade-in program
The program is available for late model SR Series aircraft and all generations of Vision Jets.
Hartzell adds Lamar Technologies products to its lineup
The Lamar Technologies management team and manufacturing operations will remain in Marysville, Washington, operating as an independent company, according to officials with Montgomery, Alabama-based Hartzell Engine Tech.
55 additional airports added to FAA’s FlightLine Surface Awareness initiative
The contract requires uAvionix to install, test, and achieve full operational status at all 55 airports within the next 12 months, according to officials with the Montana-based company.
Jet Aviation launches operations at KOPF
Upon completion next year, the newly built facility will also feature an 8,500-square-foot FBO building with a private entrance on the west side of the airfield, electric vehicle charging systems, LED lighting and photovoltaic panels, on-site Customs and Border Protection, and 40,000 square feet of hangar space available for nightly transient parking.
New FBO, hangar in the works for KMKC
The Kansas City Aviation Department has taken the first steps to develop the last 20 acres of available land at Kansas City Downtown Airport-Wheeler Field (KMKC).