California Moves to Restrict Drones Near Large Outdoor Events
California lawmakers have approved a bill that would restrict unauthorized drone flights within 400 feet of certain large outdoor events.
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House Report Calls for Study of Brain Injuries in Navy Pilots
A House report says the Navy failed to adequately investigate possible long-term brain injuries among aviators.
Read Official SourceAviation Groups Urge FAA to Assert Federal Authority Over Pilot Duty, Rest Rules
Aviation groups are urging the FAA to establish a uniform federal standard for flightcrew meal and rest requirements.
Read Official SourceNew Legislation Would Send Controllers Into the Cockpit
The FLIGHT DECK Act would create an FAA program allowing air traffic controllers to observe airline operations from the cockpit.
Read Official SourcePicture of the Day: Sept. 8, 2026
ScaleWings SW-51 Mustang over Oshkosh.
Read Official SourceLongmont Revives Airport Landing Fee Discussion
Council has directed staff to develop new rates as Vance Brand faces pressure to increase airport revenue.
Read Official SourceTraining and Safety Tip: Listen to the whole ATIS
Preparing for a recent flight, my instructor-rated passenger and I were looking forward to a fun morning under the foggles. I wanted to practice some simulated instrument flying and shoot some approaches, and he was along as my safety pilot
Read Official SourceMichigan airport's new landing fees ‘extremely concerning’
The Manistee Blacker Airport Authority voted on August 17 to implement landing fees for some aircraft at Manistee County/Blacker Airport, beginning October 1.
Read Official SourceTexas legislature holds first GA subcommittee hearing
AOPA is known for its strong advocacy for general aviation pilots at the federal, state, and local levels. While we regularly cover "wins" and major issues when they arise, it can be a challenge to demonstrate how AOPA advocates on behalf o
Read Official SourceWeeklong aviation celebration coming to Dayton area
Military and civilian aircraft, hot air balloons, classic cars—Grimes Field in Urbana, Ohio, near Dayton, will offer a bit of everything for aviation enthusiasts during Champaign County Aviation Heritage Week September 12 through 19.
Read Official SourceAOPA member honored by county for airport advocacy
Larry Scheinpflug, a longtime AOPA member based at Atlanta’s DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, was honored by DeKalb County Commissioners on August 11, recognizing his service on the airport's advisory board.
Read Official SourceTraining and Safety Tip: Clock the crosswind
It's a sunny day, and you can't wait to go fly. You gaze longingly out the window and tell yourself it's just a matter of hours until you get up there. But the afternoon wind has kicked up a notch. You spot the windsock fluttering at the de
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