The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) 2026-10R1 to alert the aviation community about potential safety concerns involving torso restraint systems and seat belts in general aviation aircraft. While the bulletin is advisory and not mandatory, it underscores risks that could contribute to serious injuries or fatalities in accidents.

AOPA has released an updated version of its BasicMed guidance and online medical education course, aimed at making the certification process clearer, more accessible, and easier to navigate for pilots.

Alpha Aviation Inc. has introduced a lower-cost FAA-PMA electric fuel transfer pump designed as a replacement for commonly used Facet systems in a range of legacy aircraft.

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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.

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.

The U.S. DOT and the Federal Aviation Administration have awarded contracts to begin replacing the nation’s aging ground-based radar system

55 new air traffic control towers will have uAvionix Flightline surface awareness tools installed, tested, and operational within the next 12 months.