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Tecnam has announced that Epic Flight Academy has expanded its modern fleet with the acquisition of two Tecnam P2006Ttwin-engine aircraft. Founded in 1999 and operating out of multiple locations, Epic Flight Academy is currently recognized as the largest Part 141 flight school in the United States, supporting a robust roster of approximately 600 active flight […] Read More Europe is advancing the integration of large drones into its airspace, a necessary step towards uncrewed aviation at scale. Launched at the EUROCONTROL headquarters in Brussels on the 1st of September, the SESAR IRINA2 project brings together leading European public and private aviation organizations with a common goal to set the standard and protocols for […] Read More Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology has announced that 13 students from its Tulsa campus aviation flight and aviation maintenance technology programs have been selected as recipients of scholarships through the Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation's Work Ethic Scholarship Program. The nationally recognized scholarship program supports hardworking individuals pursuing training for careers in the skilled trades […] Read More U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investing $481 million to improve infrastructure and enhance safety at airports. The FAA is delivering 191 grants to airports in 36 states and two territories through the Airport Infrastructure Grants program, including: 'From our regional hubs to some of America's busiest airports, […] Read More Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) Runway 17-35 will close Sept. 8 for six weeks to upgrade electrical systems on the runway and connected taxiways. During the project, crews will replace all existing elevated and in-pavement halogen fixtures with energy-efficient LED lighting along the entire runway — completing a multi-year effort to modernize airfield lighting. 'This […] Read More The General Aviation Awards (GAA) Board of Directors is now accepting applications and nominations for the 2026 awards, with the deadline at midnight on November 30, 2026. The program, a cooperative effort between industry and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), seeks to recognize individuals for their professionalism and dedication to general aviation (GA). Honorees serve […] Read More The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) published the Second Quarter 2026 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. The results for the first six months of 2026, when compared to the same period in 2025, show increased overall shipments and an increase in the value of aircraft billings. Aircraft shipments through the second quarter of […] Read More The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) recently announced the 2026 class of Distinguished Statesmen and Stateswomen of Aviation. Established in 1954, this prestigious honor recognizes outstanding Americans who, through their dedicated efforts over many years, have made enduring contributions to aeronautics and spaceflight. 'The Distinguished Statesmen and Stateswomen of Aviation recognition reflects a lifetime of leadership, […] Read More Photo – Greg Campbell, Director of the Virginia Department of Aviation. The Virginia Department of Aviation and industry partners have completed the second Virginia flight demonstration of the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), highlighting the future of air transportation in the Commonwealth and across the United […] Read More The new 2026-2027 Missouri Airport Directory is now available. The directory offers aerial photographs and detailed descriptions of all 120 Missouri public-use airports. It includes information specific to the landing facility as well as local area attractions and services. The Missouri Airport Directory helps those in the aviation community plan flights by providing information about […] Read More