High Flying Hangars has signed a Letter of Intent to build a hangar community at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. Slated to begin construction in 2027, the 8.8-acre development will feature up to 35 aircraft hangars and a clubhouse for pilots and guests.
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New iFly EFB 14.1 Brings Dynamic Checklists to Pilots
Adventure Pilot is preparing to release iFly EFB 14.1, an update designed to streamline cockpit management. Featuring new Dynamic Checklists, VFR Visual Approaches, and Turn-Aware Flight Plans, this latest version helps pilots reduce screen-hunting and focus entirely on flying.
Why Is 5J9 Being Closed?
Horry County’s decision to close Twin City Airport (5J9) in Loris, South Carolina, has sparked fierce pushback from the local aviation community. While officials cite high rehabilitation costs and low usage, local pilots and business owners argue the airfield has been systematically neglected for decades and are fighting to save it. It’s a story that’s common among small general aviation airports across the country.
Piper Aircraft To Build New Service Center in Vero Beach
Piper Aircraft plans a major expansion of its Vero Beach manufacturing campus, featuring a new service center. Scheduled to open in late 2027, this new factory-supported facility will provide maintenance and aircraft delivery services for the general aviation community while creating 20 new jobs.
magniAIR Electric Engines Now Available for Pre-Order for Experimentals
MagniX has begun accepting pre-orders for its magniAIR electric engine, designed specifically for experimental and kit planes. With initial deliveries targeted for 2027, these firewall-forward packages will allow builders to integrate electric powertrains into popular aircraft kits.
Lycoming Engines Extends TBO to 2,600 Hours
Lycoming Engines has extended the Time Between Overhaul (TBO) to 2,600 hours for numerous factory-new and rebuilt engine models.
Oklahoma Pilot Wins Young Eagles Leadership Award
Patrick Cohenour, an Oklahoma-based pilot with EAA Chapter 24, has been awarded the 2026 Phillips 66 Aviation EAA Young Eagles Leadership Award. Recognized at AirVenture, Cohenour was celebrated for his lifelong passion for flight and dedication to inspiring the next generation of aviators.
Five DC-3 Aircraft Fly Missing Man Formation at Oshkosh
The DC-3 Society commemorated the iconic aircraft’s 90th anniversary with a five-ship Missing Man Formation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
New Non-Profit Designed to Help First Generation Pilots
Unveiled at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, the newly launched First Generation Pilots (FGP) non-profit organization is dedicated to supporting aspiring aviators. Through scholarships, networking, and nationwide collegiate chapters, FGP provides guidance to students who are the first in their families to pursue aviation careers.