Short-form aviation intelligence: regulatory updates, NOTAM-level changes, pilot events, and quick-reference briefs for the Asia-Pacific recreational flying community.
A new free addon platform for MSFS 2024, MSFS 2020, and X-Plane promises no download timers, no ad walls, and no premium tier — with creators keeping ownership and removal rights. Got Friends is among the first developers on board.
CASA now allows candidates to bring the relevant CASA Plain English Guides (PEGs) into the exam room when listed as permitted materials. This changes how you can prepare and how you should mark up your references.
New RAAus chair Simon Ozanne says Australia needs to be ready for MOSAIC aircraft well before 2028 — and RAAus is already in conversations with CASA.
Australia's largest international airshow returns to Avalon Airport.
Temora Aviation Museum has canceled its flagship Warbirds Downunder airshow for 2026, citing rising costs, safety and volunteer constraints, and shrinking margins from keeping tickets family-affordable.
CASA has opened consultation on Draft Advisory Circular AC 91-27, a single guidance document for instrument flight procedures. Feedback is via the Consultation Hub and closes 18 March 2026.
AERO Middle East x Sand & Fun 2026 was announced by Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia with the Saudi Aviation Club. Runs 24–28 Nov 2026 at Thumamah Airport, Riyadh, combining a trade exhibition with flying displays and public programming.
Arrival options and slot booking requirements for pilots flying private aircraft to AERO 2026
This radar-based GHA-15 height advisor, previously limited to experimental aircraft, is now approved for certified general aviation. The system provides AGL altitude readouts with aural callouts to improve approach and landing situational awareness.
RAAF F-35A Lightning II and COMAC C919 make first appearances. Six military aerobatic teams return. Airbus dominates static displays with STARLUX A350-1000, Air Niugini A220, and first dedicated UAS area featuring Flexrotor, Aliaca, and SIRTAP systems.
