Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is one of the most iconic aircraft in general aviation. First introduced in 1955, the Cessna 172 quickly became a favorite among flight schools, private pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. With its reliable performance, affordability, and ease of handling, the Cessna 172 is a staple in general aviation.

Knot

Flying Magazine

JULY 30, 2025

In commercial aviation, rules about what supplies have to be on board an airplane are highly regulated. However, in general aviation, it’s mostly up to the pilot and aircraft owner to decide what emergency gear to carry. Who is responsible for providing emergency supplies in general aviation?

Weather

Learn to Fly

JULY 30, 2025

Though most of the new and revised rules won’t go into effect until October, with some waiting until July of 2026, MOSAIC should make a huge difference in the future of general aviation.

Lift

Aviation News

JULY 14, 2025

Boeing has officially kicked off production of its next-generation freighter aircraft — the Boeing 777-8 Freighter (777-8F) — marking a significant milestone in the evolution.

Cargo

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In recent times, composite materials have been introduced for flight controls even in small general aviation aircraft. Fly-by-wire is expensive, so you wont find it on most small general aviation aircraft. Factors such as the wings location, dihedral, and sweepback influence how much lateral stability the aircraft has.

Aileron

Flying Magazine

MAY 28, 2025

While it may still need refinement before being viable for general aviation, its a powerful proof of concept for what a modern, automated ATC system could look like. commercial aviation accident in decadesand recent equipment outages that have disrupted operations at New Jerseys Newark Liberty International Airport (KEWR).

Air Traffic Control

Universal Weather

OCTOBER 30, 2024

General Aviation (GA) traffic movements throughout this region are much higher than normal during peak and super-peak periods when airports often reach saturation levels. Thus, non-commercial aircraft and non-cargo vessels generally will be prohibited from going to Cuba.” or another country.

NOTAMs

Universal Weather

APRIL 14, 2025

As of 2023, Trkiye (Turkey) has formally implemented an Advance Passenger Information (API) system that extends to general aviation (GA) and air cargo operators.

Ferry Flight

Aerotime

JUNE 11, 2025

Its roles included providing in-flight refueling for combat jets, troop transport, and cargo delivery. The company’s outsize cargo lifter, the C-17 Globemaster, will be on static display throughout the week. These will include the unique PC-12 versatile single-engine utility aircraft known for its durability and range.

Jet

Pilot Institute

MARCH 7, 2025

To act as PIC of an aircraft carrying passengers or cargo, you must have completed at least three takeoffs and landings within the last 90 days. Loss of Control Why does loss of control happen in general aviation (GA)? Under these rules, there are specific requirements youll have to meet.

Pilot

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Key Takeaways Part 91 covers general aviation with minimal restrictions. Part 91 concerns general operations and flight rules. General aviation operations fall into this categorythink of a private pilot flying with his friends or family. Part 135 regulates charter and commuter flights with stricter rules.

Federal Aviation Regulations

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The 2025 summit will discuss how the military services, in partnership with industry and global partners, are modernizing aviation platforms and enhancing aircraft technology to ensure sustained air superiority. BAAFEx will feature an exhibition and industry forum, attracting participants from across the business and general aviation sectors.

Cargo

Aerotime

JANUARY 31, 2025

As well as being a hub for major Chinese airlines, Pudong is an important cargo hub for freight companies including FedEx, UPS and DHL. million tons of cargo was handled too. The airport has five main passenger terminals as well as a general aviation terminal and one terminal regular visitors never get to see.

Runway

Flying Magazine

MAY 8, 2025

While the company designed the Six to be a heavy-lifting workhorse for hauling cargo and passengers, it aimed upmarket with the Lance. The aircraft for sale today sports the T-tail design that Piper adopted during the 1978 model yeara time when T-tails were in vogue throughout general aviation.

Tail

Aerotime

MAY 23, 2025

Length 111 ft 3 in Cabin Width 15 ft 6 in Cabin Height 7 ft 6 in Range 6,500 nmi The Boeing 767 was one of the most well-loved commercial aircraft of the late 20th century, and while its becoming less well used, there are still hundreds in operation as both passenger and cargo aircraft. Its 700 Citation Longitude is the biggest, with 348 sq.

Jet

Professional Pilot

JULY 2, 2025

The TBM 900-series is the best-seller in the TBM’s history, and underscores the continual improvement applied to this product line of fast, efficient general aviation/business aviation airplanes.

Airplanes

Cranky Flier

JUNE 20, 2025

Avelo Eyes McKinney; Southwest and American Eye the Exit Row Avelo is reportedly in talks to launch service out of McKinney National Airport (TKI), a quiet general aviation field north of Dallas that suddenly wants to be the Metroplex’s cool indie terminal with cheap fees and chill vibes. Ok, probably not Topeka.

Jet

All Plane

JULY 27, 2025

Electric aircraft in the UAE The UAE is getting into electric general aviation , the Chinese RX-series to be more exact, and by the hand of Volar Air Mobility and Falcon Aviation. For now it is only the cargo drone version, though, although it is the largest such aircraft so far to get this level of certification in China.

Tarmac

Aerotime

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The contents of this article have been limited to commercial aircraft performing public transport flights, whether carrying cargo or passengers (or both). Air taxi operations, executive jets, helicopters, and general aviation activities have been excluded in the interests of concision. This list is not exhaustive, however.

Runway

Flight Training Central

MAY 11, 2025

There are numerous jobs in aviation besides just airline pilot. Career opportunities include business aviation pilot, flight instructing, cargo airlines, military flying, law enforcement and many more. Whether you want to fly for a living or just for fun, general aviation offers a safe, rewarding and efficient way to travel.

Pilot

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Textron Aviation, the parent company of Cessna, revealed that the first SkyCourier that is scheduled to be delivered is to Air Bravo Corporation. This company, which offers passenger, cargo, and air ambulance services, will soon take delivery of a freighter variant to begin extensive cargo operations throughout North America.

Cargo

Photographic Logbook

JUNE 29, 2025

It appeared to be well-populated with versatile Air Force C-130 Hercules cargo ships. Although Dover Approach was busy with various general aviation flights in the area, the Air Force Base itself seemed quiet. Delaware River. Also attached to the base is the Air Mobility Command Museum.

Runway

Flying Magazine

JULY 11, 2025

However, the DC-6 offered airlines increased range, higher cruising speed, and cruising altitudes of up to 25,000 feet (depending upon payload and fuel load) in pressurized comfort for a full 3,000 miles, making it a versatile hauler of both passengers (DC-6B) and cargo (DC-6A).

Flight Deck

Flying Magazine

JULY 28, 2025

They should also look good and—for professional pilots—be versatile enough to complement a range of uniforms worn by the airline, corporate, and cargo pilots. However, there are shoes made for other activities that also work well for flying, especially for general aviation pilots who do not have to wear uniforms.

Pilot

Aviation News

APRIL 30, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. Total demand, measured.

Cargo

Aviation News

JULY 30, 2024

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. This contributed to.

Cargo

Simple Flying

JUNE 27, 2024

Beechcraft is considered to be one of the "Big Three" general aviation aircraft manufacturers alongside Cessna , which is owned by the same parent company, Textron Aviation, and Piper Aircraft. The Wichita, Kansas-based company was originally founded in 1932.

General Aviation

Simple Flying

JANUARY 3, 2025

It is used by commuter airlines, in fractional ownership, in general aviation, and as a business jet. It can also be used in medevac cases, for search and rescue or cargo and is used by government agencies such as the police and armed forces. Let's find out more and how fast the Pilatus PC-12 can fly.

General Aviation

Flying Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

A self-flying electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) drone for the cargo logistics industry has obtained a first-of-its-kind approval, according to its manufacturer. MightyFly says the approval, obtained in March, is the first for a large, self-flying cargo eVTOL in the U.S.

Center of Gravity

Simple Flying

JUNE 12, 2024

Members of the United States House of Representatives have come together to form a bipartisan group to reduce the aviation industry's environmental impact.

General Aviation

AV Web

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Textron Aviation Vice President of Special Missions Sales Bob Gibbs has stepped up to publicly advocate for general aviation. Gibbs points out that business aviation serves global connectivity, serving business opportunities in locations unreachable by airline transportation. million jobs in the U.S. economy, alone.

General Aviation

Flying Magazine

MAY 14, 2024

The 108 evolved from the prewar Stinson 105 series and grew in popularity as general aviation experienced a boom after World War II. Most 108s were called Voyagers, a name carried over from the 105s, while some carried the Station Wagon moniker because of their reinforced rear floors designed for carrying cargo.

Turbulence

Simple Flying

APRIL 9, 2025

General aviation, which includes everything from single-engine bush planes to private jets, is a vital lifeline in this vast state. Bush pilots, in particular, have long been icons of Alaskan aviation, ferrying supplies, people, and other cargo into areas unreachable by road.

Jet

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The aviation industry is expected to grow significantly over the next two decades, with an estimated addition of 45,900 aircraft valued at approximately $3.3 trillion, according to a new report from aviation analysis company Cirium.

Cargo

Aviation News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Air Bravo is a passenger, cargo. Textron Aviationtoday announced the first delivery into Canada for its twin-engine, large-utility turboprop, theCessna SkyCourier, to Air Bravo Corporation.

Cargo

Simple Flying

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Seaplanes are generally divided into two main categories. The first is designated as the flying boat class, which are larger and can carry more passengers and cargo. This aircraft type is a powered and fixed-wing aircraft that has the capability of landing on both landing and taking off from water.

Cargo

Aviation News

MAY 20, 2024

Textron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification of a new Combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna.

Cargo