The FAA’s 47th annual General Aviation and Part 135 Activity Survey has launched, with the agency asking aircraft owners to share the number of hours flown in 2024, as well as the ways people use general aviation aircraft.
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NOTAMs return to original name
Originally called Notice to Airmen, the wording was changed in December 2021 to Notice to Air Missions to be “more inclusive of all aviators and missions.”
Researching spatial disorientation
FAA researchers continue studying spatial disorientation, which account for 10% of all aircraft accidents and caused 782 fatalities between 2003 and 2021.
FAA memo returns airport flexibility in flight testing
“Needlessly limiting airports during flight testing is detrimental to safety and the flight testing process itself.”
FAA transitions to electronic aircraft registrations
The FAA has released a final rule, effective Jan. 17, 2025, that allows for aircraft registration and dealer certificates to be issued electronically.
What GA pilots need to know about the Super Bowl
General aviation pilots flying near New Orleans from Feb. 6-11, 2025, must be aware of temporary flight restrictions, follow special air traffic procedures, and comply with additional requirements that will be in effect for Super Bowl LIX.
FAA recommends AOA for all aircraft
AOA systems offer a more reliable indication of an impending stall than airspeed indicators alone.
Florida Presidential TFRs return with new TSA requirements
Most other operations, such as banner towing, inspections, and flight training will not be authorized while a TFR is in effect.
Behind the scenes at Oshkosh with the FAA
AirVenture is more than six months away, but preparations have already begun.