A proposed piece of legislation could soon modernize one of aviation’s long-standing paperwork requirements by allowing pilots to present electronic versions of their certificates instead of carrying physical documents.
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The FAA has released a draft plan outlining its approach to transitioning piston aircraft from 100LL to unleaded aviation fuel and is inviting pilots, aircraft owners, and industry stakeholders to provide feedback. Developed under the 2024 FAA Reauthorization Act and the EAGLE initiative, the plan aims to safely eliminate leaded avgas without disrupting general aviation operations.
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Read MoreService bulletins and other maintenance documents discussed in article Grit Hits the Fan – And a Bruised EgoBy Carl Ziegler, A&P/IA Service Bulletin No. 475C: Crankshaft Gear Modification and Assembly Procedures AD...
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In a nutshell, undocumented maintenance is any aircraft work not recorded in a logbook or official record.
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The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 allows owners to withhold certain information currently available on FAA websites.
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Flight instruction is costly and time-consuming. This story follows four young pilots who overcame these challenges with determination.
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An airworthiness directive (AD) impacting thousands of high-wing Piper aircraft has sparked...
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Pilots report to AOPA that they are frustrated and opposed to the use of ADS-B data for purposes beyond its original intent.
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The FAA issued a final ruling on AD-2024-21-02 which goes into effect on December 5, 2024.
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On October 15, the FAA issued a temporary legal stay on this interpretation but the battle is not over. This stay will prevent shops from making immediate, costly adaptations to comply with the new standards while the FAA continues reviewing its policies and regulatory options.
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Usually, the best method of escaping ice is to go back where there wasn’t any. Remaining in icing conditions will eventually lead to a stall and loss of control.
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