ForeFlight’s latest release features a Reported Turbulence Map—allowing pilots to see where aircraft are encountering turbulence using information sourced from the company’s Sentry ADS-B receivers. “No one enjoys flying through turbulence, whether you’re piloting a single-engine piston or riding in the back of a jet,” said Henrik Hansen, ForeFlight’s chief technology officer. ForeFlight says the additional feature within the mobile app displays the measured intensity of turbulence at multiple altitudes, making it easy for pilots to find the smoothest altitude along their flight path. ForeFligh ..read more

On Friday, Sporty’s announced the retirement of its CEO, Michael Wolf, effective Jan. 31, 2025. According to Sporty’s, Wolf has been an integral member of the team for more than 50 years, holding the position of Chief Executive Officer since 2008. Sporty’s President, John Zimmerman, will assume the role of CEO upon Wolf’s retirement. “Michael has been instrumental in shaping Sporty’s into the industry leader it is today,” said Zimmerman. “His vision and commitment to excellence, along with his love for aviation, have left an indelible mark on our company.” Throughout his tenure, Wolf has steer ..read more

On Friday, Sporty’s announced the retirement of its CEO, Michael Wolf, effective Jan. 31, 2025. According to Sporty’s, Wolf has been an integral member of the team for more than 50 years, holding the position of Chief Executive Officer since 2008. Sporty’s President, John Zimmerman, will assume the role of CEO upon Wolf’s retirement. “Michael has been instrumental in shaping Sporty’s into the industry leader it is today,” said Zimmerman. “His vision and commitment to excellence, along with his love for aviation, have left an indelible mark on our company.” Throughout his tenure, Wolf has steer ..read more

Southwest Airlines announced it would slow hiring and cease operations at four airports as part of cost-cutting measures following a disappointing first quarter performance. Despite a $6.3 billion first-quarter profit, the low-cost carrier reported a loss of $231 million in 2024, far greater than the $159 million loss it took in the same period last year. As the world’s largest carrier of 737 MAX aircraft, Southwest has been reeling in the effects of Boeing’s manufacturing woes. The airline says it expects to receive 20 aircraft deliveries from Boeing this year, a significant decrease from its ..read more

Boeing released its first quarter results on Wednesday, citing a net loss of $355 million. Although substantial, the numbers were better than analysts had expected—especially in the midst of management shakeups, whistleblower claims, and ongoing production delays. The company’s reputation has taken a hit since the Jan. 5 midair door plug blowout which led to the grounding of its of its 737-9 MAX fleet. The setback seems to have derailed Boeing in recovering from the two fatal MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019. “Our first quarter results reflect the immediate actions we’ve taken to slow down 737 pro ..read more

Boeing released its first quarter results on Wednesday, citing a net loss of $355 million. Although substantial, the numbers were better than analysts had expected—especially in the midst of management shakeups, whistleblower claims, and ongoing production delays. The company’s reputation has taken a hit since the Jan. 5 midair door plug blowout which led to the grounding of its of its 737-9 MAX fleet. The setback seems to have derailed Boeing in recovering from the two fatal MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019. “Our first quarter results reflect the immediate actions we’ve taken to slow down 737 pro ..read more

1 of 4 Picture of the Week: Photo by Rick Brown: It's a cell phone photo after a great flight in the Legend Cub. Rick and Ryan in the Cub Photo by Krov Menuhin: Filming a series for French TV in Central America my Maule was shot flying over The Mayan City of Tikal in Guatemala. Uncropped, unretouched Maule Over Tikal Guatemala Photo by Willem Luuk Nijdam: Air to Air picture from our plane Piper PA28RT-201T Arrow IV, overhead East-Netherlands, returning from Stadtlohn Airport (EDLS - Germany) to home base airfield Lelystad Airport (EHLE - Netherlands). Photo taken by iPhone 14 Air-To-Ai ..read more

1 of 4 Picture of the Week: Photo by Rick Brown: It's a cell phone photo after a great flight in the Legend Cub. Rick and Ryan in the Cub Photo by Krov Menuhin: Filming a series for French TV in Central America my Maule was shot flying over The Mayan City of Tikal in Guatemala. Uncropped, unretouched Maule Over Tikal Guatemala Photo by Willem Luuk Nijdam: Air to Air picture from our plane Piper PA28RT-201T Arrow IV, overhead East-Netherlands, returning from Stadtlohn Airport (EDLS - Germany) to home base airfield Lelystad Airport (EHLE - Netherlands). Photo taken by iPhone 14 Air-To-Ai ..read more

On Tuesday (April 23), Gulfstream Aerospace announced it delivered the first two G700s to U.S.-based customers. Both are now in service with their buyers. The deliveries come less than a month after Gulfstream received FAA type and production certification (March 29 and April 8, respectively) for the new, Rolls-Royce Pearl 700-powered G700. The engines have greater than 18,000 pounds of thrust, each. The FAA nods, entry-into-service, and as many as 15 deliveries had been expected by the end of last year. But delays in the certification process, largely attributed to FAA staffing woes, have slo ..read more

On Tuesday (April 23), Gulfstream Aerospace announced it delivered the first two G700s to U.S.-based customers. Both are now in service with their buyers. The deliveries come less than a month after Gulfstream received FAA type and production certification (March 29 and April 8, respectively) for the new, Rolls-Royce Pearl 700-powered G700. The engines have greater than 18,000 pounds of thrust, each. The FAA nods, entry-into-service, and as many as 15 deliveries had been expected by the end of last year. But delays in the certification process, largely attributed to FAA staffing woes, have slo ..read more