While the general aviation industry hailed the passage of the FAA’s final Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) rule in July 2025, many still remain confused about what it really means. To help increase understanding, the FAA recently released a MOSAIC Fact Sheet that breaks down the important dates, the changes, and what is coming later in 2026.
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FAA investigating Lycoming IO-360 shutdowns
An airworthiness concern sheet was published after multiple reports were received indicating uncommanded engine shutdowns on aircraft with IO-360 engines using AVStar manufactured vertical and horizontal mounted fuel servos when the throttle was brought back toward idle.
AOPA Asks Feds For Help Retrieving GA Airplane Seized By Tribe
The aircraft, a Stinson 108, was confiscated by the Red Lake Nation, which “has refused to permit its retrieval by the owner,” citing a 1978 tribal resolution that claims jurisdiction over airspace up to 20,000 feet, and bans overflights of “any airplanes.”
Tips for safe winter flying
If you choose to fly during the winter, it’s imperative that you recognize the risks inherent in winter flying.
FAA shortens anti-depressant wait times
The FAA recently updated several medical policies, including those related to antidepressants, diabetes, migraines, and vaccines.
FAA names company that will oversee ATC modernization
Peraton will coordinate the design, testing, and deployment of a modernized ATC system, representing a major shift from decades of incremental fixes. Peraton will also ensure new technologies are brought online safely and work seamlessly across the National Airspace System.
Where’s Jamail? Fort Worth, Texas
Jamail Larkins, the FAA Ambassador for Aviation & Space Education, makes a stop in Fort Worth and talks to more than 700 students about careers in aviation.
Flares shot to alert GA pilot to TFR violation
Since the January 2025 presidential inauguration, NORAD has responded to more than 40 TFRs violations by general aviation pilots in the West Palm Beach area.
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.