Restoration of the validation service for ELT

Restoration of the validation service for ELT

Since 1st May 2026, the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) had stopped receiving the daily reports, sent by the […]

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Aircraft accident in bad weather: Poor flight preparation, overconfidence, and fatal mistakes

Aircraft accident in bad weather: Poor flight preparation, overconfidence, and fatal mistakes

A recently published article in Fliegermagazin describes the crash of a Cessna 177B in bad weather near Burg Feuerstein. During […]

Making the right decisions—on the ground and in the air

Making the right decisions—on the ground and in the air

Good decisions begin long before takeoff: Those who consciously identify hazards can realistically assess risks and take timely action. This […]

AERO 2026: A dialogue among equals

AERO 2026: A dialogue among equals

From April 22–25, we had the pleasure to meet with pilots 👩‍✈️👨‍✈️, government officials, and general aviation associations at AERO […]

Staysafe at AERO 2026 – we look forward to seeing you there!

Staysafe at AERO 2026 – we look forward to seeing you there!

What does FASST-CH or iConspicuity mean? How do I prepare for a flight to Switzerland or the Alps? What do […]

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