Light-sport airplanes could help propel general aviation | Recovery puts strain on aerospace supply chain | What kind of aviation events do you attend most?
Light-sport aircraft are a "sometimes overlooked segment of general aviation" that often feature digital, glass-panel avionics and exceptional short takeoff and landing capabilities, writes pilot Dan Pimentel. Additionally, these airplanes can be flown with a sport pilot certificate, making them an easier and more affordable way to enter the aviation field, Pimentel notes.
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Demand for commercial aircraft is bringing global supply chain challenges to the aerospace sector. Cessna business jets, for example, are seeing significantly more flight time, driving demand for parts. "We're in a healthier position compared to what it could be, but we are starting to see some issues," said Ron Draper, president and CEO of Textron Aviation.
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Southern Illinois Airport in Murphysboro, Ill., has a variety of projects in the works, including a new hangar that will house an avionics and maintenance company and a terminal that will include a lounge, administrative offices and a brewery. The airport, which was named General Aviation Airport of the Year by the state's Department of Transportation, also has a new storage hangar and a water system to combat fires, with additional acreage available for development.
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Unither Bioelectronics, a unit of United Therapeutics, reached a milestone with its first delivery of a lung for organ transplant via drone. The flight completed last month between two hospitals in Toronto "over a high-density urban setting and highly congested traffic area" showcased the future of organ delivery by drone, according to the company.
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Pilot Paul Steklenski founded Flying Fur Animal Rescue after adopting his dog, Tessa, and recognizing that transporting animals from one shelter to another could save them from being euthanized. "Transportation is sometimes the defining factor whether or not they live or die," said Steklenski, whose nonprofit has moved over 2,000 cats and dogs to safety.
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Urban Movement Labs, a nonprofit that was spun out from the Los Angeles mayor's office, is developing air taxi standards for the city. The nonprofit aims to help companies integrate urban air mobility within the existing transportation infrastructure and navigate regulations concerning noise, zoning and accessibility.
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Longtime AOPA partner Sporty's Pilot Shop will be covering the shipping for AOPA members on Oct. 20 in honor of AOPA Day. AOPA eMedia Assistant Editor Cayla McLeod shares her wish list.
The AOPA Air Safety Institute released the 31st edition of the Joseph T. Nall Report, sharing the most current snapshot of general aviation safety performance. And ASI's Early Analysis: N7022G makes a preliminary assessment of a recent accident, addressing notable portions of the tragic flight and highlighting areas the NTSB will likely investigate to determine a probable cause. Give Pilot Briefing five minutes and we'll catch you up on the aviation news you need to know for the week. Listen to the podcast.
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