Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Falcon Field to Charge $20 Per Landing, Risking Flight School and GA Sustainability
Mesa’s City Council has voted unanimously to move forward with a $20 per-landing fee at Falcon Field (KFFZ), drawing immediate outrage from the flight schools and instructors who will feel the effects up close and personal. To make matters worse, the charges are to be issued using one of the most controversial systems in aviation: ADS-B-based billing.
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Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Volusia Sheriff’s Office Said 58-Year-Old Man Was “Highly Intoxicated”
A man drove through a locked gate at Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) Wednesday and onto the airfield, attempting to get into three small planes, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office. The man drove a blue Ford Mustang drove through a gate at the international terminal of the airport. Personnel indicated the vehicle plowed through the gate and headed toward the Embry-Riddle section of the airport. The man approached an occupied, running airplane and attempted to board it. However, he was unsuccessful because the plane had already been locked. The man made two more attempts, ultimately boarding an unoccupied plane. He was not on the plane for long before airport operations and Embry-Riddle security took him into custody. The sheriff’s department said the driver, later identified as 58-year-old Bryan Parker of Holly Hill, was “highly intoxicated.”
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Drone Features Two Switchable Lens Modes, Single-Lens And 360-Degree Lens
DJI has announced it has launched its anticipated 360-degree drone, the Avata 360, which uses 1-inch-equivalent sensors in its 360 lens, capable of shooting 8K/60fps HDR video and 120MP photos. The larger 2.4 μm pixels and emphasis on dynamic range means this is aimed at serious content creation rather than novelty capture. Alongside full 360 capture, the drone features a single-lens mode that records in 4K/60fps, effectively turning it into a more traditional Avata-style camera when needed. That dual approach makes it as much a conventional aerial camera as it is a 360 device.
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Bonuses Would Be Paid Only If Airline Met Overall Emissions Reduction Target
The reported strategy by British Airways, which was in a document seen by Bloomberg News, reflects growing pressure on airlines to address fuel burn. Airlines are increasingly turning to operational changes to reduce emissions. According to details of the plan, pilots would be encouraged to adopt more fuel-efficient operating practices. These could include longer single-engine taxi operations, a common fuel-saving practice, and carrying less discretionary fuel. Fuel remains one of the industry’s highest operating costs, particularly amid sustained high oil prices due to the U.S. and Israel’s conflict with Iran.
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Organization Says the Mental Health in Aviation Act is “On Hold” Due to Political Tensions
The Mental Health in Aviation Act hit another roadblock in Washington… not because of opposition to the bill itself, but because of so-called “broader political tensions and divisiveness”. Fortunately, when the legislation returns to the Senate Commerce Committee for its rescheduled markup session, it will do so with a whopping 26 Senate cosponsors.
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
An Aero-News Network Industry Briefing Series
The FAA’s MOSAIC initiative represents one of the most significant regulatory shifts in modern sport and general aviation. Its implications will affect aircraft design, certification pathways, pilot access, training models, and the economic future of multiple market segments. Yet despite its importance, the MOSAIC conversation remains fragmented — often driven by speculation, incomplete information, or promotional messaging rather than experience-based analysis. To address this gap, the Aero-News Network is launching a new long-form webcast and editorial initiative. The FAA’s MOSAIC initiative represents one of the most consequential regulatory shifts in modern sport and general aviation. Its impact will be felt across aircraft design, certification pathways, pilot access, training models, and long-term industry sustainability. Yet much of the current dialogue surrounding MOSAIC remains fragmented, speculative, or driven by marketing narratives rather th
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Rising Surf Trapped Them At Bottom Of Cliff At Seven Seas Beach
A U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen MH-60T Jayhawk aircrew rescued two people stranded at the bottom of a shoreside cliff off Seven Seas Beach in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, Saturday. The aircrew lowered a rescue swimmer who assessed the situation and the condition of the two stranded people, an 18-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man, who became trapped at the bottom of the cliff because of the rising ocean waves and surf. The woman had sustained a head injury while trying to climb the rocky cliff. The aircrew used a rescue basket to hoist them both safely aboard the aircraft. The man and woman were transported to the Centro Medico Hospital in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Visitors Can See New 480B And Recently Purchased Refurbished 280FX
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation will showcase two helicopters, one fresh from its debut at VAI VERTICON, at SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Fla., April 14-19. Enstrom will present rotor-wing flight to the general aviation community. Visitors to booth MD-5B can take an up-close look at the new 480B and a recently purchased refurbished 280FX. Todd Tetzlaff, senior vice president of regulatory affairs and global relations, will be available to network with current customers, aviation enthusiasts, and service center representatives. Tetzlaff said, “SUN ‘n FUN is second only to EAA AirVenture in terms of scale and attendance from fans of general aviation. We have a unique opportunity to engage with fixed-wing fliers, emphasizing the benefits of owning a helicopter.”
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Innovation Is The Engine That Drives Aviation Forward
As aviation’s traditional opening act, the 52nd Annual SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo, in collaboration with the Aero-News Network, will once again frame the year ahead with the 2026 SUN ’n FUN Innovation Preview (SnFIP)—a live news event dedicated to defining what comes next. Innovation is the engine that drives aviation forward. New technologies, smarter designs, and bold ideas shape not only aircraft and systems, but the direction of the entire industry. The SUN ’n FUN Innovation Preview exists to focus early-year attention on the developments that truly matter, presented with clarity, credibility, and journalistic discipline. SUN ’n FUN’s position as the aviation world’s leadoff event makes it the natural home for this effort. Combined with Aero-News Network’s over 30 years as a pioneer in electronic and live aviation journalism, the Innovation Preview serves as a trusted conduit between innovators and the global aviation comm
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics and True Blue Power AEA2026 Booth #501
True Blue Power Introduces New 45-watt Charging Ports for 14- and 28-volt Aircraft
Expands USB power product line to reach all BA, GA, and commercial markets with full range of 15W, 36W, 45W, 60W and 100W USB chargers.