For three consecutive mornings, Oct. 20-22, 2025, 18 teens participating in the Southwest Florida CEO program arrived at Naples Airport before sunrise for a series of meetings, information sessions, and an airfield tour.
Briefings
magniX Samson batteries to power eFlyer
Bye Aerospace has chosen magniX’s Samson battery to power its eFlyer 2 aircraft prototype, which is scheduled for first flight in early 2026.
200 and counting…
Wipaire recently hit a milestone: The delivery of its 200th Fire Boss aerial firefighting platform.
Air Care Alliance names new president
The Air Care Alliance (ACA) has named Mark Hanson as the organization’s new president, following the passing of longtime leader Jim Hesseman earlier this year.
Utah backcountry airstrip gets green light to reopen
Taylor Flat Airstrip in the northeast corner of Utah has been closed for 28 years. But thanks to efforts by the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF), it is set to reopen.
New FBO opens at KAPC
“This opening marks a transformative step in our vision to redevelop and modernize the Napa County Airport,” said Anne Cottrell, Chair of the Napa County Board of Supervisors.
Researchers seek input from pilots and aircraft owners
Researchers at Purdue University are looking for pilots and aircraft owners to complete a survey on potential requirements for equipment that tracks your aircraft’s position.
TBM, Kodiak service network expands
Joining the network are Silver Sky Aviation in Wasilla, Alaska, for the Kodiak and Victory Lane Aviation in North Carolina and Synergy Flight Center in Bloomington, Illinois, for the TBM.
Epic Flight Academy gets FAA nod to conduct check rides
“Epic can now set check ride dates and times internally, avoiding delays caused by limited Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) availability,” said Shane Williams, Director of Flight Operations.