Aerotime

JULY 30, 2025

Originally, the Airline Pilot Club (APC) was established back in 2019 to create a community of aspiring pilots, enabling Approved Training Organizations (ATOs) and airlines to discover the next generation of aviators. However, through the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it has since matured into a more complex entity. Since APC’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Cedric Paillard, stepped into the role in January 2025, the company has continued to solidify its position as a global leader

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Simple Flying

JULY 30, 2025

One of the top qualities of the Airbus A350 widebody series, at least if you ask pilots and operators like Cathay Pacific, is its exceptionally slow approach and landing speed coupled with a short ground roll. That performance feature allows flights to haul more cargo or land at airports with short runways and makes operations both more flexible and profitable for carriers as well as improving safety for pilots.

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

This article first appeared in KITPLANES Magazine. The long-awaited Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) final rule was signed by the FAA Administrator on July 18, 2025, marking the most significant change to the light aircraft landscape since the Sport Pilot/Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) rule was introduced in 2004. While the rule is complex—the final document spans over a thousand pages—its core impact on the Experimental/Amateur-Built (EAB) community can be distilled int

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 27, 2025

While the Boeing 747 is still flying and is not yet considered a vintage aircraft, at Vintage Aviation News we make exceptions for a select few airframes that are so iconic and historically significant they warrant special attention. The Boeing 747, in any variant, certainly qualifies—and so do aircraft that have played a critical role in advancing aviation technology.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 23, 2025

In a major win for the aviation community, the FAA on Tuesday announced it has finalized the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC) ruling, dramatically changing certification requirements for light sport aircraft (LSA). The new regulation shifts away from arbitrarily fixed requirements, such as the previous 1,320-pound weight limit for LSA certification, to a performance-based standard.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 29, 2025

Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on Tuesday announced the introduction of a bill intended to prevent collisions between commercial and military aircraft. The Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform bill, or ROTOR Act, would require all aircraft, civilian and military, to use ADS-B Out and ADS-B In aviation navigation technology. It was unveiled exactly six months after American Airlines Flight 5342 collided with a U.S.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

Boeing has projected that the aviation industry will need almost 2.4 million new professionals by 2044, with around two-thirds of this demand arising from the replacement of retiring workers. In its annual 20-year 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO), released at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh on July 22, 2025, the manufacturer stated that “commercial carriers will need substantial hiring and training to sustain the global commercial fleet.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 26, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 88 years ago (July 26, 1937), pioneering aviator Jacqueline Cochran set a new speed record for women pilots in the United States. Flying a Beechcraft D17 Staggerwing (registration NC17081, serial number 136), she reached a top speed of 203.895 miles per hour. Her record-setting route took her from Union Air Terminal in Burbank, California, to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge and back.

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Professional Pilot

JULY 28, 2025

PRESS RELEASE C ollins Aerospace, an RTX business, expanded its aircraft electrification capabilities with the introduction of a new engineering center of excellence in Wolverhampton, UK, and a new electric thrust reverser actuation systems (elecTRAS) production line in Colomiers, France. The Wolverhampton center focuses on developing next-generation electric thrust reverser actuation systems for commercial aircraft, featuring state-of-the-art design and test capabilities, and the Colomiers faci

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Flying Magazine

JULY 25, 2025

National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy is urging sweeping reforms to the FAA’s approach to pilot mental health, saying the current system is outdated and deters pilots from seeking care. Speaking during a live interview at EAA AirVenture on FLYING’s Oshkosh Live show, Homendy said the agency’s medical certification process needs a “complete overhaul,” particularly in how it handles mental health issues.

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Aerotime

JULY 23, 2025

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) is in its last stages of preparation for the Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar 2025 (APASS 2025) set to take place at the Hilton in Manila, Philippines. Scheduled for September 10-11, 2025, the seminar will be hosted by Philippine Airlines and organized by AAPA. More than 200 safety professionals from airlines, civil aviation authorities, equipment manufacturers (OEM), MROs, air navigation service providers, training organisations, and aviation

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

The American Bonanza Society (ABS) gratefully handed over a check today to SRS Aviation president and owner Dave Laurin for $528,110. The payment represents an award to the first aircraft repair facility to successfully develop an FAA-approved method of repairing or replacing the magnesium skins of V-tail Bonanza “ruddervators.” A Bonanza’s ruddervators combine the rudder and elevator control surfaces of a three-surface aircraft empennage into two.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 29, 2025

The skies over Oshkosh, Wisconsin, were filled with more than just aircraft during the 2025 edition of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025—they were filled with energy, passion, and record-breaking numbers. With the theme “One Week – Endless Possibilities,” this year’s event lived up to its billing and then some, delivering a historic experience for aviation enthusiasts from around the globe.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 25, 2025

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has become the first commercial airline to use Synhelion’s solar-derived aviation fuel as part of regular flight operations, marking a significant milestone in the path towards net-zero aviation. Developed by Swiss clean-tech start-up Synhelion, the synthetic crude oil was produced at the company’s DAWN facility using solar heat, before being refined into Jet-A1 aviation fuel in Northern Germany.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 26, 2025

The U.S. Air Force is testing drag-reducing devices called “Finlets” on MC-130Js with the goal of improving the transport aircraft’s fuel efficiency and range. Officials at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida said the 3-D-printed Finlets, developed by Seattle-based Vortex Control Technologies, have been mounted on the aircraft’s rear door and on both sides of the tail fin and are being evaluated for their flight and air handling capabilities.

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Aerotime

JULY 25, 2025

Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321LR, representing a significant step in the airline’s fleet expansion strategy. Etihad announced this news at a ceremony held at the Airbus Finkenwerder facility on July 24, 2025. According to the airline, this is the first of 30 A321LR aircraft scheduled to be added to its fleet. “We welcome an aircraft that changes everything we thought possible on a single-aisle plane,” said Etihad Airways CEO, Antonoaldo Neves.

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AV Web

JULY 29, 2025

A team at the University of Maryland is exploring the same technology used in automotive lane-deviation warnings in hopes it could help cut down on spatial disorientation in pilots. FAA statistics show that between 5% and 10% of all general aviation accidents involve spatial disorientation and that 90% of those accidents are fatal. As outlined in a CBS News report , the Maryland researchers are exploring whether using haptic vibration could cue pilots they are losing spatial orientation, particu

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 24, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 128 years ago (July 23, 1897), aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart was born in Atchison, Kansas. The daughter of Edwin Stanton Earhart and Amelia Otis Earhart, she was the eldest of their two children. Amelia later attended Hyde Park School in Chicago, Illinois, graduating in 1916. After high school, she served as a nurse’s aide with the Red Cross and went on to study medicine at Columbia University.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 29, 2025

The GATE II funding program supports projects in the areas of sustainable aircraft systems, cabin innovations, MRO processes, airport operations, and hydrogen infrastructure. Funding is provided by IFB Hamburg with resources from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and in close cooperation with Hamburg Aviation. Through the Green Aviation Technologies II (GATE II) funding program, Hamburg is supporting five projects at the intersection of research and industry to make aviation more cli

Aviation Technology

Flying Magazine

JULY 29, 2025

A quality headset is one of the most important pieces of gear any pilot will own. And in the confines of a noisy piston, turboprop or helicopter cockpit, there’s really no excuse for skimping by choosing a headset lacking active noise-cancellation technology. Many of the top ANR headsets also have built-in Bluetooth capability, allowing users to pair the headset with a phone or their favorite audio.

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Aerotime

JULY 24, 2025

Although the aerospace industry often focuses on big names such as Boeing and Airbus, quieter developments are happening in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany, home to aircraft manufacturer Deutsche Aircraft. The company is gaining media attention with its D328eco aircraft, a new-generation turboprop designed for fuel efficiency and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) capability.

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AV Web

JULY 23, 2025

Electric propulsions systems developer MagniX has announced a renewed partnership with Robinson Helicopter Company to develop a battery-electric powertrain for the Robinson R66 helicopter, with expected electrification in 2026. MagniX’s new powertrain will use its lightweight Helistorm engines unveiled earlier this year. Weighing about 165 pounds, these engines are significantly lighter than traditional turbine engines.

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Universal Weather

JULY 29, 2025

Ceiling conditions—referring to the height of a cloud base above the ground—can significantly impact business aviation operations. Low ceilings may trigger delays, diversions, or missed approaches, particularly in areas with challenging terrain or limited alternate airport options. How ceilings affect your operation depends on the type of flight, operator SOPs, pilot qualifications, and comfort level.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 28, 2025

Air Canada Cargo has launched its redesigned eBooking platform, aimed at providing a more efficient, intuitive and self-managed digital experience for customers shipping cargo across its network. The updated platform introduces a streamlined interface and a suite of new features that simplify the booking process and empower users to manage shipments more independently.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 25, 2025

SiriusXM has announced an agreement with Dynon Avionics subsidiary Advanced Flight Systems to bring its SiriusXM Aviation Weather services to the AF-5000/6000 series avionics system. The services will be provided via a new satellite weather receiver, according to a news release from SiriusXM. The receiver, with new XMWX weather plans, is expected to launch with Advanced’s AF-5000/6000 series in the next several months.

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Aerotime

JULY 25, 2025

The Indian low-cost carrier SpiceJet is to strengthen its fleet ahead of Winter 2025 with five additional Boeing 737 aircraft. The airline confirmed on July 25, 2025, that the five Boeing 737s will join the airline as part of a lease agreement. All five are expected to arrive by October 2025. “This strategic expansion is a step forward in enhancing our operational efficiency, route network, and overall customer experience,” a spokesperson for SpiceJet said.

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AV Web

JULY 24, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration has pushed back the deadline for U.S. airlines to install secondary cockpit barriers by one year, the agency announced this week. The rule, introduced in 2023, mandates that new commercial aircraft include an additional physical barrier to secure the flight deck when the cockpit door is open. It was originally slated to take effect in August 2025, but now has a 2026 compliance deadline, according to a Reuters report.

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Simple Flying

JULY 28, 2025

The chair of the United States Senate Commerce Committee, Ted Cruz, has announced plans to introduce new aviation safety legislation tomorrow, before a three-day hearing into the collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The January 29, 2025, collision claimed 67 lives, and broad safety changes are expected to be made in the aftermath.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 24, 2025

Bain & Company has released an updated version of its long-term air traffic forecast, extending its outlook through to 2040. Initially launched in May 2020 as a tool to navigate the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, the forecast has since evolved into a detailed, forward-looking model. It now incorporates macroeconomic indicators, disposable income trends, and environmental cost assumptions to offer a clearer view of aviation’s future.

Flying Magazine

JULY 26, 2025

The FAA this month quietly published long-awaited guidance for the certification of powered-lift aircraft—the first new category of civil aircraft since helicopters were introduced in the 1940s. Powered-lift models have characteristics of both airplanes and rotorcraft, which places the regulator in a bind when it comes to defining their airworthiness.

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Aerotime

JULY 27, 2025

Porter Airlines and Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) are teaming up with the introduction of an Embraer E195-E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) in Montreal, Canada. This strategic deployment is designed to help train more Porter Airlines pilots closer to home, in support of the airline’s growth which has seen 46 E195-E2s join its fleet. This is expected to increase to 100 aircraft.

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Plane and Pilot

JULY 29, 2025

Redbird Flight Simulations has entered into a partnership with Florida-based avionics manufacturer Avidyne. Announced last week during EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the alliance will focus on a joint development program to integrate Avidyne’s hardware into Redbird’s simulators. Currently, the two companies are working together to affix Avidyne’s IFD550 system into Redbird’s MCX simulator.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 25, 2025

American Airlines has today announced that it will start selling premium economy on one of its premium transcon routes. However, perhaps what’s most interesting is what American isn’t directly announcing. American will fly Boeing 777s between JFK & LAX Currently, American’s premium transcontinental flights are exclusively operated by special three cabin Airbus A321Ts, featuring first class, business class, and economy.

Airlines

Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 23, 2025

Boeing’s newly released 2025 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) forecasts a long-term demand for 710,000 new commercial aviation maintenance technicians over the next 20 years – underscoring the growing pressure on MRO organisations and training providers to build a future-ready workforce. The forecast highlights that nearly one-third of the 2.4 million new aviation personnel needed globally through 2044 will be maintenance technicians.

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AV Web

JULY 28, 2025

During the crush of work in the show, it’s hard to collect our thoughts on the overall impact of AirVenture but this was definitely one for the books. From new aircraft, completely rethought avionics systems to the blockbuster announcement about the approval of the Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification (MOSAIC), it’s clear the world’s most influential aviation event will affect the industry for years to come.

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Aerotime

JULY 24, 2025

magniX, a US firm developing electric propulsion systems for aircraft, has partnered with the Robinson Helicopter Company to develop a battery-electric helicopter demonstrator based on the popular R66 model. This first flight of this new electrically powered helicopter is expected to take place in late 2026, with magniX supplying the fully integrated powertrain and batteries.

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Air Facts

JULY 28, 2025

Instrument Training Wheels Air Facts Journal Humility is a pilot’s virtue. The “perfect flight” is elusive. There’s so much to know—and so much we can’t know. A strong pilot community thrives on humility: the willingness to share what worked, what didn’t, and what we learned. Backseat pilots need not apply. This article is for those committed to continuous safety improvement and honest reflection.

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