Press Releases

OLNEY, Texas – Air Tractor, Inc. is the world's top producer of general aviation turboprop airplanes, according to the General Aviation Manufacturing Association.  "In recent years, the demand for Air Tractor aircraft has steadily risen, particularly internationally,” said Jim Hirsch, Air Tractor president. “We are proud of our contributions to...

Orlando | Adelaide | Auckland | Toronto - February 2025 — The aviation industry enters a new era with the launch of Vellox Group, the most capable, fully unified software platform integrating the capabilities of four historically independent, market-leading businesses: Spidertracks, Air Maestro, Flight Vector, and Complete Flight. This merger establishes Vellox...

Secures New FAA Authorization for Commercial Operation of Largest Ever UAS and Takes Order for 20 Aircraft in Brazil ALAMEDA, Calif., Feb. 11, 2025 - Pyka, a leader in autonomous electric aviation, has unveiled its next-generation agricultural spray aircraft, Pelican 2. Featuring an expanded 300-liter payload and a work rate of up to...

West Covina, CA - Concorde Battery Corporation is pleased to celebrate Mr. Chris Holder who is being honored as a member of the 2025 South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame inductee class. Chris is recognized for his unwavering dedication to advancing the industry’s safety and quality through education. Chris has...

BISMARCK, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The North Dakota Aviation Hall of Fame committee announces that Cynthia (Cindy) Schreiber-Beck has been selected as the 50th inductee into the prestigious Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth, development, and promotion of aviation in North Dakota....

Melbourne, FL, January 23, 2025  - Chem-Man and Tabula are proud to announce that the integration between Chem-Man and Tabula’s AirVision solution is now live. This integration transforms aerial applicators’ workflows by providing seamless connectivity between order management and in-field operations, ensuring precision, efficiency, and simplicity.  How the Integration Works The...

MIDDLEFIELD, OHIO. January 8, 2025 - Airwolf Aerospace has received supplemental type certificate (STC) approval from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for the installation of True Blue Power® main ship batteries. The EASA STCs are for True Blue Power® TB17 Lithium-ion batteries in four makes and nine models...

Melbourne, FL, December 9, 2024 – Tabula is excited to announce the launch of Tabula Whiteboard, a cutting-edge feature designed to revolutionize communication for aerial agriculture teams. Simplifying the Complex World of Aerial AgCoordinating aerial operations often feels like managing a live show—with pilots, ground crews, and operations managers all...

As its 50th anniversary year draws to an end, Air Tractor gears up for its next chapter. “Our anniversary celebration wasn’t just about staying in business for 50 years. It was about honoring the spirit, ingenuity, and determination of all of us who helped build this company – employees, dealers,...

Rising health insurance premiums have become a major concern for individuals and employers nationwide. The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) is dedicated to finding opportunities that enhance the benefits available to our members. Over the past few years, we’ve had requests for more affordable, quality health and life insurance options...