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SkyHound is the only fully self-contained portable ADS-B traffic and weather unit in existence, built and designed by pilots — www.HoundAvionics.com for pictures and videos. One day, we wanted to buy a portable ADS-B unit with a built-in display, but couldn’t find one. So we built one. This month, it launched as SkyHound … the only portable ADS-B traffic and weather unit that’s completely self-contained with a built in display. No iPad needed. Founded by Sholom Ellenberg and Ivan Marshalleck, two lifelong friends who met in a high school computer class and have shared a passion for aviation and technology ever since.…

BERINGER AERO is proud to announce that, on June 11, 2026, the company received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for its Greenville, South Carolina facility. This significant milestone strengthens BERINGER AERO’s commitment to serving the aviation industry with the highest standards of quality, safety, and responsiveness. The FAA PMA approval enables BERINGER AERO to manufacture approved replacement and modification parts for certified aircraft directly from its U.S. facility. With this approval, the Greenville team will be better positioned to support BERINGER AERO’s growing network of certified and experimental aircraft manufacturers, aircraft owners, builders, and maintenance professionals throughout…

The dynamic, data-driven charts tailored to simplify terminal procedures can now be used for flight planning on a computer Garmin today announced that SmartCharts, its dynamic aviation charting solution is now available for Garmin Pilot™ Web. SmartCharts provides pilots with a simplified and intuitive experience by producing clear and relevant data to depict a chart tailored for their specific flight operation. Now available on Garmin Pilot Web, Garmin’s powerful flight planning website that complements the Garmin Pilot mobile app, SmartCharts serves as the primary charting tool and allows pilots to view simplified terminal procedures, including instrument approach procedures (IAP),…

Southwest Airlines bringing ‘Independence One’ to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 Southwest Airlines® announced it will participate in EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with its high-flying tribute to America’s semiquincentennial celebration, Independence One. This newly launched, freedom-flying Boeing 737 MAX 8 will visit the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration® on Wednesday, July 22, showcasing Southwest®’s support of those who’ve given us the freedom to fly. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the 73rd Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention, is July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The thousands of aviation enthusiasts who annually visit EAA AirVenture will get to see Independence One up close and personal as…

Document is required reading for Oshkosh-bound pilots EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (May 20, 2026) — Pilots can now download the Federal Aviation Administration-released EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 Notice (commonly referred to as the Oshkosh NOTAM), featuring arrival and departure procedures for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s 73rd fly-in convention on July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The document is in effect from noon CDT on Thursday, July 16, until noon CDT on Monday, July 27, and outlines procedures for the many types of aircraft that fly to Oshkosh for the event, as well as aircraft that land…

Gloss Black Finish Brings Seamless Integration to Today’s Aviation Paint Schemes May 18: RAMI, a leading manufacturer of high-performance general aviation antennas, is proud to announce the launch of its new Shadow Line. A premium range of aviation antennas featuring a distinctive gloss black finish designed to complement modern aircraft styling while maintaining the high-performance standards expected from RAMI products. Shadow Line antennas are manufactured with the same precision engineering, durability, and performance RAMI is known for, but offer aircraft owners, builders, and OEMs a refined appearance that blends seamlessly into modern paint schemes and contemporary aircraft designs. RAMI recognized…

Garmin is excited to share that it is expanding its FliteCharts and SafeTaxi database coverage to Mexico and the Bahamas. The FliteCharts database provides geo-referenced terminal procedure charts, while SafeTaxi helps pilots confidently navigate the airport environment. These databases have previously been available for other regions – but the addition of Mexico and the Bahamas will be welcomed by pilots flying in these specific regions. The databases are also available on Garmin Pilot – Bahamas is included with a U.S. Premium subscription, while Mexico is included with a Latin America Premium subscription. The best way for customers to purchase these databases on FlyGarmin.com is in an Americas OnePak with FliteCharts or a North America…

BERINGER AERO is proud to announce that BERINGER Ambassador Lukas Stutzer claimed first place in the Heavy Touring category at the 2026 Valdez STOL Competition, achieving an impressive combined landing and takeoff distance of just 244 feet in his 1972 Helio H-295, N62JA. Stutzer’s aircraft is equipped with BERINGER 10-inch wheels and brakes engineered specifically for the Helio platform. The system delivers up to 30% shorter rolling distance and enhanced heat dissipation, critical advantages during high-performance STOL operations and demanding landings. Held annually at Valdez Pioneer Field Airport in Valdez, Alaska, the Valdez Fly-In and Airshow is one of the…

The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration is living up to its moniker, as EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this week received the title of “2026 Best Air Show” in online voting during the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. “Every year, our team strives to make EAA AirVenture an experience unlike any other aviation event in the world,” says Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “This recognition reflects how what we call ‘Aviation’s Family Reunion’ creates an event that brings together aircraft and people in a way that is unmatched anywhere in the world. It’s a credit…

McFarlane Aviation is proud to announce the launch of McFarlane Alaska, a new aviation purpose-built brand to serve the unique demands of the backcountry flying community. This initiative brings together the trusted legacies of Alaskan Bushwheels and Airframes Alaska under one unified name, strengthening manufacturing, support, and innovation in the region. Aircraft parts from both product lines will now be produced and supported under McFarlane Alaska, ensuring continued reliability for the pilots and mechanics who depend on them every day. McFarlane Alaska’s retail operation in Palmer, Alaska, will continue to serve as the community’s local hub, offering the full McFarlane…