AirVenture is more than six months away, but preparations have already begun.
FAA
Pilot Minute: What’s in a name?
In the latest episode of the FAA’s video series Pilot Minute, Federal Air Surgeon Susan Northrup, MD, explains how certification delays caused by a name error can be avoided by checking the MedXPress entry against your official government issued identification.
FAA final rule eases training rules, adds clarity to LODA
The final rule affects pilots, flight instructors, and aircraft owners, especially those operating limited, experimental, and primary category aircraft.
uAvionix FlightLine systems installed at six Florida airports
uAvionix FlightLine systems were deployed at Miami Executive Airport (KTMB), Tampa International Airport (KTPA), Orlando Sanford International Airport (KSFB), Daytona Beach International Airport (KDAB), Palm Beach International Airport (KPBI), and Jacksonville International Airport (KJAX).
FAA removes expiration date from CFI certificates
In essence, the new rule streamlines administrative processes without altering the core duties and responsibilities of flight instructors.
FAA releases updated AC on collision avoidance systems
An updated advisory circular has been released by the FAA focusing on the operational use of Airborne Collision Avoidance Systems (ACAS), including Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS).
Washington pilot earns Master Pilot Award
Pilot and airplane builder Harmon Lange received the FAA’s Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award on Dec. 19, 2024, recognizing over 50 years of safe flying and contributions to aviation. Lange, known for building six homebuilt airplanes and manufacturing landing gear for Van’s Aircraft and other aircraft, highlighted the importance of the friendships formed through aviation during the ceremony.
Video: Lights in the sky
Ever spotted moving lights in the night sky? The FAA requires all aircraft flying at night, including drones, to have certain lights. The new video lets pilots know how to maintain safety.
New bill would allow digital certificates for pilots
The Pilot Certificate Accessibility Act would allow pilots to carry digital copies of their medical and airman certificates for FAA inspections, instead of requiring physical copies, streamlining the certification process.