The company has successfully completed its first series of flights with its newly developed SkyLink Control & Non-Payload Communications (CNPC) C-band radio. What does that mean? “A reliable and predictable C2 link built to aviation standards is a critical component in obtaining scalable BVLOS operations,” explains one official.
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Women in Aviation Hall of Fame Class of 2022 revealed
The three women chosen for induction into Women in Aviation’s Pioneer Hall of Fame in 2022 broke many barriers, accomplishing many “firsts” for women aviators.
Bill introduced to repeal aircraft sales tax exemption in Massachusetts
If passed, the bill would impose a 6.25% state sales tax on the sale of aircraft and parts. GA advocacy groups are opposing the bill, which could be a “significant obstacle” to the success of the aviation industry in Massachusetts.
MyGoFlight CEO dies in plane crash
During this time of loss, the family is asking for privacy.
Wing fabric from original Wright Flyer donated to Dayton museum
Amanda Wright-Lane and Stephen Wright, the Wright brothers’ great grandniece and nephew, have donated the family’s largest five foot wide sections of the muslin that covered the lower left wing of the 1903 Wright Flyer to Carillon Historical Park.
3,075 airports to receive funding from new infrastructure law
The FAA is awarding $2.89 billion to airports across the United States as part of the first found of funding under the new Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Dynon halts production on experimental displays
Supply chain issues have halted production on Dynon’s avionics for experimental aircraft, including SkyView HDX, SkyView Classic, and SkyView SE.
Aircraft Color Visualizer Tool introduced
The interactive desktop site allows users to choose from six aircraft models — ranging from a kit aircraft to a heavy jet — to customize with any color in the Sherwin-Williams aircraft color library and instantly view on the screen. The pre-designed schemes can integrate one base color and up to three accents, in both solids and metallics.
New Aircraft Mechanic Training Center in the works at Dayton airport
The new training center, which will be housed in a renovated hangar at Dayton International Airport, is expected to open in early 2023.