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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…
GARMIN is excited to share some news about new tools and enhancements for Garmin Pilot Web. These changes make it easier for pilots to see and select their routing when flight planning on Garmin Pilot Web. New routing tools and a new Routes user interface allow pilots to compare, sort, and select a route to fly to their destination. Additionally, a new graphical editing feature allows users to drag and drop their route where they want on the map. A few details of the changes are below: New Route Display This update introduces a new user interface so users can more easily compare routing options and select the best one for them. Users can now hover over routes listed in this new UI,…
Opportunities for pilots to discover ways to help others through aviation EAA — Organizations that provide humanitarian relief and more through aviation will return to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 as the popular Public Benefit Flying area will be part of the 73rd edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The aircraft, crews, and organizations that supply aid to victims of natural disasters, war, famine, and other emergencies around the globe will be part of the presentations, along with aircraft on and near Boeing Plaza at the center of the AirVenture grounds. The display…
Continental Aerospace Technologies™ is excited to announce its schedule for its 2026 Factory Training Academy. Courses will be hosted at its manufacturing facilities in Mobile, Alabama, and St. Egidien, Germany. This curriculum provides aircraft owners, operators, and maintenance professionals with a comprehensive understanding of Continental® engines through factory-led instruction. Courses for AvGas and Jet-A piston engines blend classroom learning with real-world engine experience, covering topics such as engine design, system components, operational parameters, and maintenance practices in accordance with Continental’s maintenance manuals. Participants work directly with Continental’s experts to gain practical skills in engine theory, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance optimization. Courses…
More performers to be added in coming weeks to initial all-star roster Some of the world’s top air show performers have made commitments to fly at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 – the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration – as part of the afternoon and night air show lineups. Performers at the 73rd Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention, scheduled for July 20-26 at Wittman Regional Airport, include aerobatic champions and longtime Oshkosh favorites. The event features nine air shows over seven days, including night air shows on July 22 and 25. Daily afternoon air shows are presented by Daher, while the July…
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) announced a new member benefit with exclusive access to Windsock, a new market-based, data-driven aircraft valuation tool that uses real-world market data to provide new insights into how much an aircraft is worth. Windsock, which was built specifically for general aviation, offers an unbiased, transparent aircraft valuation tool designed for pilots and aircraft owners. To generate a report, members enter details such as year, make, model, total time, engine time, avionics, and equipment. “Aircraft valuation tools have historically been one of our most popular benefits. A tool like Windsock provides a valuable…
We are pleased to share with you the news that the National Association of Flight Instructors has named Brian Wynne as its Executive Director. Wynne will also assume the role of President of the Board of Directors. Wynne is a seasoned association leader who has participated on numerous FAA Aviation Rulemaking Committees as well as the Administrator’s Management Advisory Council. He recently completed a nine-year tenure as President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) where he collaborated extensively with other aviation associations and testified before Congress more than 10 times. An instrument-rated commercial pilot, Wynne…
WBS Adds Direct Distributors to Sales Network – Cleveland Wheel & Brake Systems a global provider of aircraft wheels, brakes, and hydraulic components to the general aviation, business jet, rotorcraft, and military markets, today announced they have extended their distribution channel by adding new distributors of their products. Cleveland now offers its products through two Preferred Distributors: Airpart Supply Ltd. and Boeing Distribution, Inc. (BDI). It also added two Authorized Distributors: CJ Aerospace Pty. Ltd. and Southern Cross Aviation, LLC. The distributors above will sell Cleveland’s lines of aircraft wheel & brake assemblies, hydraulics products, general aviation wheel and brake conversion kits directly to recreational pilots,…
National conference launches in 2026 with expanded programming for CFIs, flight school owners and leadership, and students. DALLAS, TX – January 7, 2026 – AeroSummit and the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) today announced the creation of the Ascend Flight Training Summit, a new education-forward national conference that will replace the annual NAFI Summit beginning in 2026. Developed as a true joint venture, Ascend combines AeroSummit’s community-building and industry reach with NAFI’s long-standing leadership in flight-instructor education to deliver a unified event that supports every stage of the pilot training journey. The inaugural Ascend Flight Training Summit will take…
The transformational training management system kicks off with the release of Climb’s Commercial Multi-Engine Add-On Course. Kennebunk, Maine – December 18, 2025 – Climb Aeronautics, an aviation-focused educational software company, has launched its transformative training management system for use by flight schools, colleges, universities, and independent flight instructors and the learner pilots they serve. Founded by experienced instructors and developers Dr. Susan Tholen and Robert Montgomery, Climb seeks to change the way students move through and complete a given aviation training curriculum by delivering an adaptive TMS that truly supports their individual aviation journey. The TMS tracks student progress on each…