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A daily general aviation news service from the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

TSA, DHS open dialogue with GA community on security - 07/29/2010 01:00 AM
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and Transportation Security Administration Administrator John Pistole got a glimpse at the heart of general aviation at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis., this week. The two met with AOPA and other GA associations and industry leaders to reaffirm their commitment to solve GA security issues and maintain an open dialogue with the industry.

A pilot’s eye: EAA AirVenture 2010 - 07/29/2010 01:00 AM
Take a look at the show from the eyes of an aviator in AOPA’s online photo gallery. For a unique perspective, view our top picks in this slide show.

Individual California CFIs are not subject to costly reg - 07/29/2010 01:00 AM
As the Aug. 1 implementation deadline for California's Private Postsecondary Act of 2009 looms, AOPA has been working with state legislators to delay the effective date and revise the law. The association has been reviewing the current law and seeking clarification on who is actually affected by the new requirements.

FAA issues AD affecting 42,000 Piper aircraft - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
An airworthiness directive requiring the inspection and possible replacement of the pilot and copilot control wheel shafts on the Piper PA-28, PA-32, PA-34, and PA44 could affect nearly 42,000 airplanes.

Airport master plan updates finally approved for Venice - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
After three years of debate, the Venice City Council passed a motion to approve and file an updated Airport Layout Plan with the FAA for Venice Municipal Airport on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Remos under the microscope - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
AOPA's 2010 Fun to Fly Sweepstakes airplane, a Remos GX light sport aircraft, is prominently displayed beside AOPA's Big Yellow Tent at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis - and as a result, it's receiving a lot of scrutiny from members and other passersby.

Indiana restricted area to expand - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
Despite opposition from AOPA and others, the FAA has issued a final rule to expand Restricted Area R-3404 in Crane, Ind.

New online weather site offered by Baron - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
Baron, the company that brings you Baron WxWorx and XM Weather, now offers Baron QuikLink at prices ranging from $14.99 per month to $49.99 per month.

EPA confirms: No lead ban deadline looms on avgas - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) confirmed July 27 that it has not set a deadline for the removal of lead from avgas - and that it will coordinate closely with industry stakeholders in the development of a solution to the issue.

GA advocacy groups stand united on avgas issue - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
The general aviation community is on the path to finding a viable solution to the problem of leaded avgas - together - association heads assured type clubs and the press in a briefing at EAA AirVenture July 27.

Wisconsin Aviation Week celebrates AirVenture - 07/28/2010 01:00 AM
Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle issued a proclamation dubbing July 26 through Aug. 1 "Wisconsin Aviation Week." The move coincides with EAA AirVenture, where pilots from across the world converge on Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wis.