As part of the Notices to Airmen (NOTAM) Modernization effort, the NTAP will be discontinued effective June 18, 2020; the last NTAP will be published on May 21, 2020. Effective June 18, 2020, International Notices will be available at https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/internationalnotices/ and Domestic Notices will be available at https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/domesticnotices/. Information from the International and Domestic Notices […]
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EAA Aviation Webinars Start Second Decade of Offering Aviation Knowledge, Community
Even as in-person aviation gatherings have become less available this spring, EAA’s webinar series begins a second decade of providing aviation information, knowledge, and community to pilots everywhere. The EAA webinars provide group opportunities on topics ranging from aircraft maintenance and technology to pilot certification and flying clubs. In addition, specific webinars provide guidance to […]
EHang Expands in Europe with First UAM Program in Seville, Spain
EHang Holdings Limited has announced that the company entered into a cooperation agreement with the city government of Seville, Spain to execute the first Urban Air Mobility (UAM) pilot program in Spain. The agreement specifies that EHang will work with the Seville government to develop the urban air mobility including passenger transportation, air logistics and […]
EHang 216 Obtains Operational Permit from Civil Aviation Authority of Norway
EHang Holdings Limited has announced that the company obtained operational permit for its two-seater passenger-grade AAV, the EHang 216, from the Civil Aviation Authority of Norway (CAA Norway). This is the first operational permit for long term testing flight of EHang 216 in Europe, laying a solid foundation for future urban air mobility (UAM) operations […]
SITA Accelerates Air Traffic Control Innovation with Boeing ecoDemonstrator
SITA is accelerating innovation in air traffic control (ATC) communications as part of Boeing’s ecoDemonstrator program, alongside key industry partners including NASA and long-standing airline customer, Etihad. The program tests pioneering and promising technologies that aim to solve air transport industry challenges for airlines and passengers, as well as enhancing sustainability. The most recent program […]
Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre Expands SIM Fleet
After many years of owning an Alsim ALX simulator, Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre (WWFC) in Ontario, Canada is adding an Alsim AL250 to its fleet. WWFC, operating out of the Region of Waterloo International Airport, currently has a record number of students. Their 30 aircraft is one of the largest fleets in Canada including 172s, […]
NAV CANADA Signs Strategic Agreement with Unifly
NAV CANADA has entered into an agreement with Unifly, a strategic technology partner, in the deployment of a national system that provides digital services for safely operating and managing drones in Canadian airspace. The system has an intuitive user interface and will enable Canadian drone pilots to access web and mobile applications to identify safe […]
Daher Unveils TBM Model Year 2020 New Features
Daher has outlined the primary new features for the Model Year 2020 versions of its TBM 910 and TBM 940, which further enhance the experience for passengers and pilots aboard the company’s very fast turboprop aircraft. The Model Year 2020 TBM 940 will be equipped with HomeSafe™, an emergency autoland system that can guide the […]
Camaraderie, Inspiration for Women Aviators Set for EAA WomenVenture at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2020
Photo above by Chris Miller. For the 13th straight year, the opportunity for women who love aviation to build camaraderie and open doors to mentorship and participation comes to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2020 during the EAA WomenVenture activities throughout the week. The 68th annual Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention will be held July 20-26 at […]
Jetex Appoints Julie Goodridge as Vice President of Sales, USA
With the intention of growing its presence in the United States, Jetex has announced the appointment of Julie Goodridge in a newly created role of Vice President of Sales, USA. In this new role, Goodridge will be responsible for leading all sales and marketing efforts within the market. Goodridge has 25 years of aviation experience. […]
