Flight Planning News
Small plane skids off Indianapolis runway
November 18, 2011, 02:40 pm
A double-engine plane recently experienced brake problems when it tried to take off from Indianapolis International Airport.
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Richmond observes 50-year anniversary of fatal crash
November 11, 2011, 06:30 pm
Fifty years ago a four-engine airline crashed into Byrd Field in Richmond, Virginia, killing 74 soldiers and three crew members, just a mile southeast of a runway.
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Three found dead in plane crash wreckage
November 10, 2011, 06:28 pm
A small plane recently went missing after departing from the Glendale airport on a flight to Lake Havasu City.
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Algae helps fuel flight to Chicago
November 8, 2011, 06:12 pm
A United Continental Holdings jet was recently filled with fuel partly derived from algae before it completed its flight from Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
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AOPA Summit to host series on pilot health and fitness
August 23, 2011, 05:13 pm
The Aircraft Owners and Pilot's Association annual summit, held in Hartford, Connecticut, from September 22-24 will feature a number of seminars for pilots, including a series on how to stay healthy and get the most out of aviation medical
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Aviator accidently enters restricted airspace during presidential visit
August 17, 2011, 10:34 am
Myrtle Rose, a 75-year-old pilot, was surprised by two F-16 fighter jets while flying roughly 30 miles away from Chicago's O'Hare Airport.
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Newly-launched website aims at reducing midair collisions
August 11, 2011, 05:14 pm
In an effort to stem the number of midair collisions in general aviation, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of Defense have teamed together to create the SeeAndAvoid.org website.
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Upgrades to iPad aviation application will help pilots
July 20, 2011, 04:44 pm
A new addition to a popular aviation application on the Apple iPad is set to make the lives of pilots easier.
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Arizona general aviation facility gets direct access to Washington, D.C.
June 21, 2011, 11:21 am
Aircraft leaving from the Scottsdale Airport are now able to get on-site security clearance from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration
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Maine airport reopens with a warm welcome
June 8, 2011, 03:18 pm
The Brunswick Executive Airport is again open for business.
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Alaska flight zone getting a new service
May 26, 2011, 03:29 pm
Pilots that fly for the Department of Interior in Alaska will have a new service, software and hardware at their disposal
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Las Vegas may be tricky to maneuver next week
May 23, 2011, 08:02 am
LightSquared, a wireless broadband network, will be testing a new ultra-fast communications system in the Nevada desert next week, possibly knocking out GPS navigation systems
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Flying around the HUB
May 20, 2011, 08:35 am
Boston is known for many things, but a great destination for aviation tourism may be one asset that is overlooked
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New technology tests raise concerns for GPS users
May 17, 2011, 01:06 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration is advising pilots who plan on flying in Nevada this May to check their flight plans before takeoff.
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NOTAM released for AirVenture 2011
May 10, 2011, 11:34 am
The Federal Aviation Administration has released a Notice to Airmen concerning the 2011 Experimental Aircraft Association's AirVenture Oshkosh 2011.
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AOPA encourages pilots to speak out against forest planning rule
May 9, 2011, 11:02 am
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is encouraging pilots to speak out against the national forest planning rule, which could inhibit their ability to fly in the backcountry.
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AOPA urges FAA and NWS to reach agreement on Alaska weather stations
March 28, 2011, 09:15 pm
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is urging the Federal Aviation Administration to reach an agreement with the National Weather Service that would allow certain Alaskan weather stations to remain open.
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Proposed changes to Salt Lake City airspace may impact GA
March 24, 2011, 09:08 pm
The proposed changes to Class B airspace above Salt Lake City, Utah may negatively affect general aviation pilots flying through the area, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
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Proposed improvements to Texas GA airport approved
March 15, 2011, 01:24 pm
Higgins-Lipscomb airport's request for $293,450 for airport repairs has been approved by the Texas Transportation Committee, according to the Amarillo Globe-News.
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AOPA enourages members to fight Washington aircraft tax proposal
February 21, 2011, 05:29 pm
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is encouraging its members to fight against a bill proposed in Washington State's House of Representatives that would apply an excise tax on aircraft ownership, the group announced.
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Some GA planes may soon be subject to public flight tracking
February 17, 2011, 05:35 pm
Though many pilots of both private and business general aviation fleets were previously able to apply for registration barring their flight plans from public access, they may no longer be able to do so, according to the National Business Aviation Association.
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FAA establishes low altitude routes over Nebraska and South Dakota
February 3, 2011, 04:53 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration has mandated five new area navigation routes in low-altitude airspace above Nebraska and South Dakota, effective May 5, the group announced.
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Temporary flight restriction placed over Dallas airspace for Super Bowl
February 3, 2011, 04:47 pm
Officials are expecting a great deal of general aviation traffic in the Dallas area due to Super Bowl XLV being held at Cowboys Stadium on February 6, according to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.
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Santa Monica Airport has yet to accept FAA safety offer
February 2, 2011, 05:26 pm
The Santa Monica Airport, which was recently denied the ability to ban large business jets by a circuit court judge, is not moving towards accepting the Federal Aviation Administration's compromise of offering to install a safety precaution on its runway, according to AvWeb.
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John Wayne airport begins to see effects of recession fade
January 24, 2011, 04:06 pm
The John Wayne airport in Santa Ana, California, has finally seen the sharp decline in general aviation flights slow down, after the number of planes it was servicing plummeted due to the recession, according to Daily Pilot.
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GA pilots concerned about losing Oregon airspace to drones
January 19, 2011, 03:08 pm
A recent proposal for testing unmanned vehicles in airspace over central Oregon has some general aviation pilots concerned about being unable to fly in that area, according to the Associated Press.
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Airports prepare for holiday traffic
November 18, 2010, 04:48 pm
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times of the year. While some people drive to reach their destination, many opt to fly to visit loved ones across the country.
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Program identifies most direct routes for aircraft
October 27, 2010, 09:13 am
Fuel efficiency is a key way airlines can reduce costs and be less harmful to the environment. In addition to using more modern equipment that requires less gas, flying in a direct path can also cut fuel usage.
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Domestic flights popular for summer travel
August 23, 2010, 05:21 pm
With Labor Day right around the corner, many travelers are planning their end-of-summer vacation destinations. According to data from Orbtiz, it looks like there are a few popular locations pilots will be heading off to frequently within the next few weeks.
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New weather analysis program hits the market
August 3, 2010, 09:30 pm
Pilots know the importance weather conditions can play in their flight plans. Good weather conditions are crucial to a safe time in the sky. Being aware of a storm in advance can help a pilot replan their route.
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International flight system streamlined
July 27, 2010, 05:15 pm
Aircraft that are registered outside of the U.S. will have a new, easier set of rules to follow next time they fly into the country. The new procedures set forth by the Transportation Security Administration will allow those who are using company-owned airplanes for business to bypass the traditional waiver process, reports the National Business Aviation Association.
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Head of general aviation for TSA wants more flights at Reagan Airport
June 15, 2010, 09:25 pm
A recent report from Aviation Week noted that a leader in the Transportation Security Administration wants to increase the presence of business and general aviation aircraft at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
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FAA NextGen contract award announced by Boeing
June 4, 2010, 04:51 pm
Boeing announced recently it has won another contract from the Federal Aviation Administration tied to the latter's Next Generation Air Transportation System.
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GAMA, AIA welcome FAA decision on NextGen rules
June 2, 2010, 04:07 pm
A number of organizations have come out to congratulate the Federal Aviation Administration's advancement of final rules associated with its Next Generation Air Transportation System.
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LaHood looks to new committee's first meeting to examine aviation issues
May 26, 2010, 06:30 pm
During the first meeting of a new U.S. Department of Transportation aviation committee, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood called on its members to aid in efforts to make sure the industry remains strong.
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President's visit prompts flight restrictions for Chicago
May 26, 2010, 04:14 pm
Pilots who plan on flying in the Chicago area should take note of restrictions ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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FAA highlights NextGen's effect on general aviation industry
May 17, 2010, 08:00 pm
The Federal Aviation Administration's Next Generation Air Transportation System will affect all forms flying, including pilots who partake in general aviation.
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Atlantic City airport incorporates digital NOTAM system
May 3, 2010, 11:12 pm
Having the most up-to-date information can lead to a better flying environment for pilots, and the government is taking further steps to stress safety.
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