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Heidelberg Airfield hosted a Speed Rally for the first time, with eight teams taking up the challenge. The Rally was hig...
01/10/2025

Heidelberg Airfield hosted a Speed Rally for the first time, with eight teams taking up the challenge. The Rally was highlighted as a Jabiru vs Sling Challenge. The competition between these two manufacturers has always been intense and offering them the opportunity to go head to head reinvigorated the rivalry, with four Jabies and two slings taking up the battle call.

By Garth Calitz Arriving at Heidelberg on Saturday, the final Speed Rally of the 2025 season looked rather doubtful due to the nasty weather that had blown in from the coastal regions. While we were waiting for the competitors to arrive from their home airfields all over Gauteng and the North West,....

The Aero Club d’Italia hosted the 24th FAI World Rally Flying Championships in the town of Ferrara, 20nm northeast of Bo...
01/10/2025

The Aero Club d’Italia hosted the 24th FAI World Rally Flying Championships in the town of Ferrara, 20nm northeast of Bologna. This was the second time Italy has hosted the Championships, the first being in Ravenna in 1999. South Africa was represented by the lone team of Tarryn and Iaan Myburgh, accompanied by Barbara Friebose as international judge, Hans Schwebel as international chief judge, and Ursula Schwebel.

The Aero Club d’Italia hosted the 24th FAI World Rally Flying Championships in the town of Ferrara, 20nm northeast of Bologna. This was the second time Italy has hosted the Championships, the first being in Ravenna in 1999. South Africa was represented by the lone team of Tarryn and Iaan Myburgh, ...

This was to be the first truly long cross-country in our fantastic machine. Theo and I spent a long time building our RV...
01/10/2025

This was to be the first truly long cross-country in our fantastic machine. Theo and I spent a long time building our RV-10 and finally managed to get our lives, wives, the weather and a fun event to coincide.

By Ian BeatonThis was to be the first truly long cross-country in our fantastic machine. Theo and I spent a long time building our RV-10 and finally managed to get our lives, wives, the weather and a fun event to coincide.So, on Wednesday morning, we departed Tedderfield for Mossel Bay. The route wa...

Textron Aviation recently welcomed over 100 members of the International Birddog Association (IBDA) at its East Campus t...
01/10/2025

Textron Aviation recently welcomed over 100 members of the International Birddog Association (IBDA) at its East Campus to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Cessna L-19/O-1 Birddog. The event honoured the aircraft's lasting legacy and the individuals who have preserved its history for future generations.

Textron Aviation recently welcomed over 100 members of the International Birddog Association (IBDA) at its East Campus to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Cessna L-19/O-1 Birddog. The event honoured the aircraft's lasting legacy and the individuals who have preserved its history for futu...

Have you ever contemplated how pilots are trained to handle a wide range of scenarios, from navigating challenging weath...
01/10/2025

Have you ever contemplated how pilots are trained to handle a wide range of scenarios, from navigating challenging weather conditions during landing to addressing unexpected events? A significant portion of their skills is honed on the ground using one of the most sophisticated technological tools in aviation: the Full Flight Simulator (FFS).

Have you ever contemplated how pilots are trained to handle a wide range of scenarios, from navigating challenging weather conditions during landing to addressing unexpected events? A significant portion of their skills is honed on the ground using one of the most sophisticated technological tools i...

Daher Aircraft has announced the establishment of a permanent presence in Brazil to support the increasing demand for it...
01/10/2025

Daher Aircraft has announced the establishment of a permanent presence in Brazil to support the increasing demand for its TBM and Kodiak turboprop-powered aircraft families in the region.

Daher Aircraft has announced the establishment of a permanent presence in Brazil to support the increasing demand for its TBM and Kodiak turboprop-powered aircraft families in the region. The company's new office, to be situated in São Paulo, will function as the headquarters for Daher Aircraft in ...

The aviation history community is mourning the passing of George Hardy, a World War II veteran, who died this week at th...
01/10/2025

The aviation history community is mourning the passing of George Hardy, a World War II veteran, who died this week at the age of 100. Hardy was among the last surviving members of the pioneering Tuskegee Airmen.

The aviation history community is mourning the passing of George Hardy, a World War II veteran, who died this week at the age of 100. Hardy was among the last surviving members of the pioneering Tuskegee Airmen.Hardy’s passing was announced last Friday by the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Office....

Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), a prominent entity in aerospace...
01/10/2025

Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), a prominent entity in aerospace and national security, announced today at the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Air, Space & Cyber Conference that they have finalised an agreement for the sale of one A-29 Super Tucano aircraft to SNC.

Embraer, a global leader in the aerospace industry, and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), a prominent entity in aerospace and national security, announced today at the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Air, Space & Cyber Conference that they have finalised an agreement for the sale of one A-29 Sup...

Uzbekistan Airways and Boeing have announced the largest order in the airline's history, as the national carrier intends...
23/09/2025

Uzbekistan Airways and Boeing have announced the largest order in the airline's history, as the national carrier intends to acquire up to 22 787 Dreamliners.

Uzbekistan Airways and Boeing have announced the largest order in the airline's history, as the national carrier intends to acquire up to 22 787 Dreamliners. Uzbekistan Airways' commitment includes the purchase of 14 787-9 aircraft, with options for an additional eight of these highly efficient jets...

The Cessna Skylane, renowned for its exceptional performance and robust durability, is a favourite among pilots worldwid...
23/09/2025

The Cessna Skylane, renowned for its exceptional performance and robust durability, is a favourite among pilots worldwide. With a perfect mix of speed, easy maintenance, and range, this top-notch single-engine plane is celebrating its 70th anniversary this month.

The Cessna Skylane, renowned for its exceptional performance and robust durability, is a favourite among pilots worldwide. With a perfect mix of speed, easy maintenance, and range, this top-notch single-engine plane is celebrating its 70th anniversary this month.“The Skylane is designed to go the ...

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