Content Archive: September 2026
Regulations and Government
FAA Progressing on ATC Reform, Needs Better Schedule
GAO report criticized implementation of new air traffic control system
Regulations and Government
GAMA Cheers Congress Action on FAA Certification Bill
Approved by committee, the legislation now goes to the House floor
Safety
NTSB Chair Expresses Concern over Safety Bill Inaction
Homendy spoke during ALPA’s Air Safety Forum
Airports
$1.1 Billion in AIP Grants Funds U.S. Airport Upgrades
Federal funding covers 280 grants across 46 states
Rotorcraft
Nepal Relief Efforts Need More Support and Coordination
Local rotorcraft industry leader urges international partners to get involved in crisis
Training and Workforce
Twelfth Girls in Aviation Day Expects 34,500 Attendees
Events planned across 27 countries and activities include tailwheel build, flight planning
Training and Workforce
Bizav AI Agent Skyler: ‘AI Doesn’t Replace Humans’
Technology can speed up the process but doesn’t replace human oversight
Aircraft
Atlas Will Build Electra’s EL9 Hybrid-electric Prototypes
Wichita-based aerospace manufacturing group has partnered with the U.S. start-up
Rotorcraft
Boltoukhine Named Head of Airbus Corporate Helicopters
Frederic Lemos departs after serving as CEO of ACH since 2017
Maintenance and Modifications
Mint Turbines Gains PT6 Engine Overhaul Authorizations
Authorization adds to Oklahoma facility’s GE and Rolls-Royce approvals
