Textron-led effort calls on volunteer pilots

Textron Aviation will lead the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, with support from EAA and GAMA, to fly athletes and coaches to the Games in Minnesota.

Industry Rallies for 2026 Special Olympics Flights

California-based Aviate Enterprises has agreed to buy an unspecified number of the converted light aircraft

Aviate Enterprises, a California-based distributor, is the launch customer for a modified Bonanza aircraft using Stralis’ hydrogen-electric propulsion system.

Stralis Signs Up U.S. Launch Customer for Hydrogen-powered Bonanza

Approval gives the French manufacturer access to the U.S. flight school market

French manufacturer Elixir Aircraft has made a breakthrough in the U.S. market for training aircraft by achieving Part 23 type certification with the FAA.

Elixir’s Two-seat Trainer Gains FAA Part 23 Certification

Garmin PlaneSync connected aircraft management system enables added services

To access remote aircraft status, Kodiak 100s/900s with Garmin’s GDL 60 datalink can share aircraft info via the PlaneSync connected aircraft management system.

Daher Extends Digital Services to Kodiak Owners

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EAA AirVenture 2025

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

Matt Thurber

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Nexus One eVTOL aircrarft's first flight will not take place this year

Textron eAviation Confirms Nexus eVTOL Program is On Hold

Company claims orders have topped 1,000 airplanes valued at more than $700 million

Bye Aerospace Prioritizes eFlyer 2 Electric Trainer Over eFlyer 800

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Denali, SkyCourier among the many aircraft on display at EAA AirVenture

Textron Aviation Upgrades Depend on Customer Input

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A color touchscreen and Apple “Find My” functionality are unique new capabilities

Appareo Stratus 4 Adds New Features to ADS-B Receivers

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Company plans to expand with avionics developments and by acquiring flight training firms

Aspen Avionics Key to Further Airo Group Developments

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Test prep app will help mechanic candidates prepare for examinations

King Schools Announces Scholarship Winners, New Courses

The University of North Dakota is buying up to 188 new Piper aircraft for its pilot training program

Piper Signs Biggest-ever Order, Taps DeltaHawk Diesel

Jessica Reed

Initial deliveries and installations are now underway for more than 4,000 aircraft

Avidyne Gets FAA Nod for Vantage 12 Cirrus Retrofit

Charles Alcock

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EAA AirVenture 2025

Industry Rallies for 2026 Special Olympics Flights

Textron-led effort calls on volunteer pilots

Stralis Signs Up U.S. Launch Customer for Hydrogen-powered Bonanza

California-based Aviate Enterprises has agreed to buy an unspecified number of the converted light aircraft

Elixir’s Two-seat Trainer Gains FAA Part 23 Certification

Approval gives the French manufacturer access to the U.S. flight school market

Daher Extends Digital Services to Kodiak Owners

Garmin PlaneSync connected aircraft management system enables added services

All EAA AirVenture news

Textron eAviation Confirms Nexus eVTOL Program is On Hold

Bye Aerospace Prioritizes eFlyer 2 Electric Trainer Over eFlyer 800

Textron Aviation Upgrades Depend on Customer Input

Appareo Stratus 4 Adds New Features to ADS-B Receivers

Aspen Avionics Key to Further Airo Group Developments

King Schools Announces Scholarship Winners, New Courses

Piper Signs Biggest-ever Order, Taps DeltaHawk Diesel

Avidyne Gets FAA Nod for Vantage 12 Cirrus Retrofit

Stralis Signs Up U.S. Launch Customer for Hydrogen-powered Bonanza

Elixir’s Two-seat Trainer Gains FAA Part 23 Certification

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