05/19/2026
The union representing the country’s more than 14,000 air traffic controllers said that it was left out of the FAA’s decision to lower its ATC staffing target amid a chronic shortage of personnel. https://vist.ly/54myp
05/03/2026
It’s been a sad day for the aviation industry. Although Spirit Airlines served as the punchline for various jokes, provided content for many questionable viral videos, and was unmistakable in the sky with their unprecedented yellow paint job, they were more than most people saw.
Spirit, as we knew them yesterday, began flying back in 1992. Before that, the company dates back to 1983 when it was known as Charter One Airlines.
It wasn’t too long ago that Spirit was turning one of the best profits in the industry. They were also known for being one of the best places to work, with one of the best pilot contracts.
Today, we wish all of the thousands of former Spirit employees the best in their future careers, and we want them to know that the aviation community supports them.
🚌 Spirit Wings 🪽
03/31/2026
X-Plane 12 users:
XP 12.4.1 is now a mainstream release. This requires an updated version of the PilotEdge plugin (1.8.9c or later), released on Mar 12, available here: https://www.pilotedge.net/pages/download-software-xplane -links. Note: Numerous plugins from others vendors will also require updates, see the Log.txt after any simulator crashes to determine which plugin(s) need updating.
03/25/2026
It’s easy to look at headlines and only see the outcome, but the reality of holding the line in air traffic control is a weight most people will never comprehend.
Thanks to “KN” on Facebook for sharing.
avgeek
02/11/2026
UNUSUAL: FAA suspends all flights within a 10 mile radius of El Paso, TX below 18,000ft. This includes all airline & cargo flights to and from ELP Airport.
The story is developing and the FAA has only sited "security" as the reason as of the time of this post.
02/11/2026
UNUSUAL: FAA suspends all flights within a 10 mile radius of El Paso, TX below 18,000ft. This includes all airline & cargo flights to and from ELP Airport.
The story is developing and the FAA has only sited “security” as the reason as of the time of this post.
01/23/2026
2025 birthed a new leader for the busiest airport in the world. Can you guess it? Swipe to see the top 10!
*Data based upon total number of aircraft movements in 2025
FAA Opsnet Data*
12/31/2025
New Year’s Resolution: improve aviation radio skills using
Want information on how to get set up with a home flight simulator or PilotEdge? Comment NEW YEAR below!
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