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China Certifies First Commercial Electric Plane

AV Web

The Liaoning General Aviation Academy (LGAA)’s RX4E, which first flew in 2019, will be marketed globally with a focus on short-haul flights in areas without good roads. This milestone marks a new era for sustainable aviation, paving the way for commercialization of electric aircraft in the advanced air mobility (AAM) market.

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How to Read a Windsock

Pilot Institute

Standard FAA aviation windsocks are calibrated to fully extend at a wind speed of 15 knots. A windsock is an essential aviation tool that helps pilots make safe decisions. Non-Towered Airports Compared to commercial airports that have tower services, many general aviation airports are uncontrolled.

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Cirrus Aircraft delivers its 600th Vision Jet single-engined private jet  

Aerotime

The planemaker adds that the delivery of its 600th Vision Jet marks a significant achievement not only for Cirrus but for the entire personal aviation industry. The aircraft can accommodate up to seven occupants including the pilot, and the type can travel up to 1,275 nautical miles (2,361km) at a cruising speed of up to 311 knots (576kph).

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5 Features That Make The Icon A5 Such A Unique Aircraft

Simple Flying

With a maximum speed of 95 Knots (109 MPH, 176 km/h), the aircraft features an angle of attack indicator and a T-tail to keep the elevator and rudder in the propeller slipstream. The ICON A5 is an amphibious light-sport aircraft (LSA) that inspires recreational pilots, handling water landings with full (30-degree) flaps.

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The Piper M700 Fury: A Closer Look At The Latest Piper Turboprop

Simple Flying

Besides being a legacy in general aviation, Piper is also an innovator when it comes to modern business aviation planes. Its latest offering is the M700 Fury, which has a maximum cruise speed of 301 knots, Piper’s second-fastest aircraft ever produced. Piper Aircraft, Inc.,

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Exploring Aircraft Performance: How Fast Is a Cessna 172 Skyhawk?

Pilot's Life Blog

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is one of the most iconic aircraft in general aviation. First introduced in 1955, the Cessna 172 quickly became a favorite among flight schools, private pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. Maximum Speed The maximum speed of a Cessna 172 is approximately 140 knots, or about 160 miles per hour.

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The Ercoupe

Plane and Pilot

Ercoupe fans shouldnt feel slighted as this collapse happened across postwar general aviation. The name Ercoupe applies to the original ERCO-produced models, a few more produced by Univair, and an additional 200 or so created by Sanders Aviation. The Ercoupe was down but not out.

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