Bryan Bedford Awaits Confirmation to Take Over Fragile Agency

President Donald Trump has nominated Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), placing him in charge of an agency still dealing with the aftermath of the deadliest US airline crash in nearly two decades. Chris Rocheleau currently holds the role of acting administrator.

Moving To Chairman Of Board In May

Air Lease Corporation announced that Executive Chairman Steven Udvar-Házy will retire, effective May 2, 2025. He will transition to the company’s Board of Directors, where he will continue to serve as the non-executive Chairman for another year until the next annual stockholders’ meeting.

Tension With U.S. Admin Causing Hesitation

Defense Minister Bill Blair of Canada announced on March 14 that his department is actively reviewing possible alternatives to the Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighter, for which an initial tranche of 16 aircraft has already been paid, and which could totally reshuffle the fleet modernization plans of the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Avionics Techs Can Now Pursue CAET Pedigree as Proof of Capability

The Aircraft Electronics Association started off the week announcing a new certification program to help define the skill levels, expertise, and capabilities of aviation technicians across the industry. The Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) program is intended to become the “primary certification for technicians” across AEA members and, they hope, the wider avionics and electronics industry. Those who work their way up will go through stacking certifications, completing building blocks of more basic skill levels before tackling more in-depth challenges as they gain experience.

This Is Where ALL The Cool Avionics Stuff Happens!!!

The Aero-News Network (ANN) team is in full swing, preparing for the 68th Annual Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) Convention and Trade Show, March 18-21, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. For nearly two decades, we have proudly partnered with AEA to bring you all the excitement, info, insight, and expert coverage YOU deserve from the avionics world's most important event. As AEA’s official media partner for the immensely popular New Product Introductions (NPI) session, ANN is once again delivering LIVE coverage of this must-watch event. If you’ve participated before, you already know the value—this isn’t just exposure during the show, but years of visibility through our expansive syndication network. We ensure your news and innovations take center stage during this premier industry event.

New Date and Time, And Major Upgrades Are Part of the SnF Innovation Preview for 2025!

The 51st Annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is proud to present, as the lead-in to the aviation year via its partnership with the Aero-News Network, the upcoming 2025 SUN ‘n FUN Innovation Preview. The aviation world is driven by new developments in technology, design, and innovation… And focusing the entire Aero-Verse at the beginning of the year on all that is cool, interesting, innovative, important, and pivotal is the ultimate aim of the 2025 SUN ‘n FUN Innovation Preview. The SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, as the aviation world's leadoff event and a history of many decades of service to the aviation industry, is the perfect place to make a stand on focusing the future of news coverage, responsibly and credibly, on the gear and products that will become prominent, even critical, in each comi

Gogo Spices Up AEA 2025 With Top Dealer Awards

Where:               Gogo Booth #321, AEA show, Phoenix Convention Centre. When:                 Wednesday 19 March 2025 Time:                   13.30 – 14.00 David Salvador, vice president of Gogo’s aftermarket channel, cordially invites AEA attendess to attend the Gogo Top Dealer Awards 2025. The award recognizes the highest-performing organizations in the company’s global dealer and distributor network in 2024, as chosen by the Gogo executive team.

Simplifies OEM Audio System Expansion

PS Engineering (PSE) announced the release of its CTL-G Comm Expander audio system, which eases the addition and installation of transceivers, such as FM / TAC, to an OEM aircraft. Such expansion often requires the complicated, time-consuming and expensive removal and replacement of the factory audio system.

Family Seeks Up to $200k for Emotional and Physical Injury

A family on board the Delta Airlines B737 that was struck by a taxiing Japan Airlines B787 in February has filed a lawsuit for physical and emotional injury. They seek damages of over $75,000. The collision occurred at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on February 5.

Don't Miss Our Comprehensive Annual Coverage Of Aviation's 'Spring Break'

Here it comes! ANN has prepared its most comprehensive coverage EVER of the SUN n FUN Aerospace Expo... and we guarantee you that this is the best there is. We’re already posting stories to the SUN n FUN Digital Daily website at www.snfdd.com, but the real excitement starts on Monday aftewrnoon at 1600ET when the SUN n FUN Innovation Preview starts with announcements of dozens of new products, developments, and other surprises. Log on to www.airborne-live.net to see it all LIVE... and we have to say... some of these announcements are pretty exciting!