According to the report from the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, aircraft shipments through the second quarter of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, saw piston airplanes increase 5.1% to 810, turboprops decrease 4.3% to 268, and business jets increase 9.9% with 354.
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Registration opens for Aviation Design Challenge
This annual competition, now in its 14th year, promotes careers in aviation in high schools through aviation-focused STEM education curriculum that incorporates flight simulation and aircraft design.
Texas high school team wins Aviation Design Challenge
More than 70 high school teams, representing 24 states, entered the 2025 GAMA Aviation Design Challenge, according to GAMA officials.
GA airplane sales post double-digit increases
Airplane shipments through the first quarter of 2025, when compared to the same period in 2024, saw piston airplanes increase 19.3% with 353 deliveries, turboprops increase 23.1% with 133, and business jets increase 11% with 141.
Viola takes over at GAMA
James A. Viola has officially assumed the role of president and CEO of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
GA advocate raises alarm about California unleaded avgas court motion
The court action is “premature and counterproductive,” and could “cause undue harm to the general aviation community,” according to officials with the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA).
10 best-selling piston airplanes in 2024
For the 23rd year in a row, Cirrus Aircraft takes the top spot as the best-selling piston airplane.
GA shipments, billings continue upward climb
“This strong performance provides great momentum into 2025.”
Deadline approaches for Daher internship program
Daher Aircraft and GAMA will accept applications through Feb. 21, 2025, for a summer internships at the French aircraft manufacturer.