AFE26 Prospectus Released: Saab Completes Gripen F First Flight

The Affordable Flying Expo (AFE) has released its 2026 prospectus, outlining plans for the event to be held at the SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo campus in Lakeland, Florida from November 13-15. The prospectus details opportunities, costs, and ambitions for AFE26.

Microsoft Flight Simulator has announced a new expansion pack focused on the National Championship Air Races, set to release on October 13, 2026. This expansion will bring the speed, competition, and intensity of the World's Fastest Motorsport to flight simulation fans.

Saab has successfully completed the first flight of Gripen F, the two-seat variant of Gripen E, which remained airborne for 40 minutes after taking off from Saab's airfield in Linköping, Sweden. The flight was conducted by Saab chief test pilot Jakob Högberg and Brazilian Air Force test pilot Lieutenant Colonel Aviator Abdon de Rezende Vasconcelos.

Apollo has acquired Atlantic Aviation for nearly $10 billion, marking a significant development in the aviation industry. NASA astronaut Jonny Kim has left the space agency after a successful career.