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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…

‘Celebrating the Freedom of Flight’ part of weeklong activities EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (February 26, 2026) — The heritage, innovation, and technological advances of aviation in the United States over the past century will be part of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026, the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual fly-in convention, on July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. “’Celebrating the Freedom of Flight’ will focus on the unique role aviation has played in America’s progress since that first flight of the Wright brothers in 1903,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who coordinates…

Brazos Safety Systems, Navi and Jet-Care integrations enable aircraft owners to learn more from every flight Garmin announced three new integrations for the flyGarmin aircraft flight logs. Brazos Safety Systems, Navi and Jet-Care have joined the growing list of aircraft analysis services, enabling pilots to automatically share aircraft flight logs from their Garmin avionics and receive customized reports on engine health, maintenance updates, flight analysis and more. These service integrations, coupled with a PlaneSync™ subscription, allow aircraft owners to get the most out of the data their Garmin avionics collect every flight. A better way to log each flight From…

The office and hangar complex will support the company’s growing aviation business Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) is pleased to announce that it has acquired a hangar and office complex at the Mesa Gateway airport in Mesa, Arizona (KIWA). This new facility space will expand the company’s capacity for its aircraft certification and flight test organizations. “We are excited to add another aviation facility to our business. The capabilities this location will provide are instrumental in extending aircraft airworthiness approvals and market coverage for our product lines. This expansion represents Garmin’s continued investment in infrastructure that supports growth and innovation in our aviation…

Garmin announced the availability of the GHA 15 height advisor. Previously approved only for experimental aircraft, the GHA 15 is a small and lightweight height advisor that uses radar technology to provide height above ground level (AGL) information. The GHA 15 for certified aircraft can display height AGL on compatible GI 275 electronic flight instruments1. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the installation of GHA 15 in more than 500 certified class I & II aircraft. The GHA 15 calculates height AGL by sending radio waves to the ground and determining the time…