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March 05, 2022

Farnborough Removes Russian Participation

The Show Will Go On - But Without The Migs, Antonovs, & Sukhois

Amid a series of cancellations and bans, Farnborough International, the operator of the UK airshow, has closed the event to Russian participation. The group issued a short but clear statement, saying their move was predicated on the continuing combat in eastern Europe. "Following the on-going events taking place in Eastern Europe, we have made the decision to suspend Russian participation at the 2022 Farnborough International Airshow, taking place in July. Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, and everyone affected by the current situation. We continue to hope for a timely and peaceful resolution."

Bensen Days to be Held Once Again in Wauchula, Florida

The Bensen Days Event is on for 2022, an event jam packed with half a week of all things gyroplanes. Each year, the Bensen team puts together a weekend of rotorcraft education, safety, and fun to promote the use and enjoyment of gyroplanes throughout the aviation industry. Named for the creator of the original Gyrocopter, Igor Bensen, the event aims to "once and for all eliminate the phrase 'Gyroplanes...the best kept secret in aviation!" While gyros are the primary focus of the weekend, other rotorcraft are welcome, thanks to the considerable degree of overlap between the two bodies of pilots.