FAA Recruits Enough Trainees, Now Lacks Enough Trainers

The Federal Aviation Administration’s recent efforts to ‘supercharge’ air traffic controller hiring have been fruitful… and now, it seems, a bit too fruitful. The surge of recruits has reportedly left Oklahoma City instructors working long hours, living in sketchy housing, and not getting paid enough to make it worthwhile.

Nexus eVTOL’s First Flight No Longer Expected in 2025

Textron eAviation is putting the development of its Nexus electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft on hold, meaning its first flight is no longer part of the 2025 agenda. The manufacturer claims that its current aircraft lineup takes priority over the Wichita-based eVTOL project.

Extra EA-300/LC And Cessna-172 Both On Final At Colorado Airport

One person was killed and three others injured in a mid-air collision at the Fort Morgan Municipal Airport (KFMM) in Fort Morgan, Colorado, at about 10:40 am MT on Sunday August 31. Both aircraft had two occupants and were on final approach to runway 14 at the uncontrolled (non-towered) airport when they collided near the runway threshold.

July Purchase Of 30 Aircraft By Macquarie AirFinance Confirmed

Boeing has confirmed details of an order placed in July 2025 for 30 of its 737 MAX aircraft by a previously unidentified customer. The order was placed by the Dublin, Ireland-based aircraft lessor Macquarie AirFinance, who increased its commitment to 70 of the 737 MAX aircraft.

ALPA Council Submits Official Notice to Bargain Amid Expansion

The Sun County Airlines pilot union has decided that it is time to get its fair share of the carrier’s recent earnings spike, aiming to take advantage of the contract becoming amendable in December. The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) Sun Country Master Executive Council submitted the official notice in a meeting with the CEO on August 29.

Charge Stems From November 23, 2024 Laser Strike Incident

Aaron Randal Class was charged by a grand jury in a one-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury for aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft. The indictment was unsealed and made public after the arrest of the 53-year-old Class, from North Kansas City, Missouri,

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Organizers of the iconic annual Air Race Classic will soon be opening registration for their spin-off event, called the Air Derby. This so-called “Twist on Tradition” condenses the usual four-day, 2,000-mile odyssey into a one-day exercise in precision, planning, and navigation. Registration opens on September 1, with flights allowed anytime between October 1 and 14… and yes, unlike the original event, it is open to both male and female pilots. The National Championship Air Races have reve

14th Year Of Annual HS Competition Promoting Aviation Careers

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association announced the official opening of registration for the 2026 Aviation Design Challenge, an annual high school competition that is now in its 14th year of promoting aviation careers in U.S. high schools via an aviation-focused STEM education curriculum incorporating flight simulation as well as aircraft design.

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This year’s Zenith Homecoming event will soon be taking off at the plane maker’s kit factory, located on the grounds of Mexico Memorial Airport (KMYJ) in Missouri. 2025 marks the 34th round of the annual Open Hangar Days and Fly-In, bringing together kit builders and aviation enthusiasts from across the country. The event, held on September 19 and 20, has a fairly similar format to previous years. The FAA’s Piston Aviation Fuels Initiative (PAFI) is the current path for unleaded aviation fuels to clear regulatory hurdle

The Entire Instrument Panel Lost Power, And Then The Engine Lost Power

On August 6, 2025, about 1925 central daylight time, a Vans RV4 airplane, N595BS, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Elgin, Illinois. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. The pilot reported that during cruise flight at 1,000 ft above ground level, he noticed an increase in electrical voltage. He turned the airplane toward the departure airport and noted the voltage indicated 20 volts before the entire instrument panel lost power, and then the engine lost power. He also noticed a small smoke plume from behind the instrument panel.

From 2015 (YouTube Edition): One Of The Most Revered Classic SportPlanes Gets A New Set Of Wings... And Capabilities

If you try to think about a kit airplane company that has passed the test of time, one of the first names that would come to mind is, Kitfox. This year they showed up at EAA AirVenture 2015 with what could best be called an “addendum” to their popular series 7 airplane, and ANN’s News Editor, Tom Patton, was there to get the scoop. Tom met with Kitfox President and CEO, John McBean, to

Aero Linx: Society of Air Racing Historians The Society of Air Racing Historians (SOARH) is dedicated to preserving the complete and accurate records of air races, race pilots, and raceplanes. Its purpose is to bring together individuals interested in the history of pylon and long-distance air racing worldwide, working collaboratively to maintain these records for future generations.

Vertiport An area of land, water, or a structure used or intended to be used to support the landing, takeoff, taxiing, parking, and storage of powered-lift aircraft or other aircraft that vertiport design and performance standards can accommodate. 

“This incremental order marks another milestone in our company’s growth strategy. The Boeing 737 MAX offers exceptional fuel efficiency, reliability, and passenger comfort, making it an ideal choice for our airline customers worldwide. By expanding our fleet with these state-of-the-art aircraft, we are reinforcing our commitment to providing sustainable and cost-effective solutions to our partners, while supporting the future of global aviation.” Source: Eamonn Bane, CEO of Macquarie AirFinance, explaining the now confirmed details of an order placed in July 2025 for 30 of its 737 MAX aircraft by a previously unidentified customer. The order was placed by the Dublin, Ireland-based aircraft lessor Macquarie AirFi