Content Archive: January 2026

Engines

GE Completes Hybrid-electric Engine Demonstrator Ground Test

Work is aimed at developing future narrowbody airliner powertrains
GE Aerospace commercial hybrid-electric engine demonstrator
FBOs

With Big Events Come Inevitable Special-event FBO Fees

Major sporting events such as the Super Bowl spur higher costs for operators
airport with parked jets and football stadium in background
Accidents

Fatal Challenger 650 Crash in Maine Claims Six

The accident occurred in freezing, snowy conditions
Bombardier Challenger 650 N10KJ
Aircraft

Bristow Secures Delivery Slots for Hybrid-electric EL9 Aircraft

The nine-seat aircraft will fly for companies, resorts, and airlines
Electra EL9 Ultra Short
Regulations and Government

FAA Makes KDCA Helicopter Restrictions Permanent

Interim rule implements urgent March 2025 NTSB safety recommendation
updated route chart
Regulations and Government

FAA Facing Yet Another Shutdown after ICE Turmoil

Congress has until end of week to act
U.S. Capitol
Regulations and Government

Guidance Covers Intoxicated Pax on Part 91, 135 Flights

Recommendations focus on flight crew recognition, response
FAA HQ
Rotorcraft

FAAST Webinar Highlights USHST Peer Pilot Program

Confidential support modeled after airline peer programs
screenshot from the pilot peer program webinar Jan 6 2026
Aircraft

Citation Ascend Enters Service with Enhanced Cabin and Garmin G5000 Avionics

Aircraft received FAA certification in November 2025.
Textron Aviation Cessna Citation Ascend in flight
Aircraft

Pilatus Aircraft Breaks Ground on 18-acre Florida Site

Sarasota complex will also eventually house a 110,000-sq-ft aircraft manufacturing plant
Pilatus ground breaking in Sarasota