With Winter upon us there will be days when you just can't get in the air. That's a great opportunity to wrap your eyes around Australian Flying July-August 2025 instead. The latest issue will give you plenty to read about as it explores the Diamond DA50 RG and Pilatus PC-12 NG, examines changes to LSA designs and goes deep into the meaning of AMDA Foundation. If you're unsure what you're after, look for the shot of Diamond's big single on the front cover. Here's what else that shot conceals.
A Foundation for All
Steve Hitchen goes deep inside AMDA Foundation and finds an organisation with arms that stretch well beyond Avalon and embrace all aviation sectors including GA.
A Solo Act
For years in Australia, unlike in the USA, there were no independent flight instructors. Paul Southwick looks at what’s changed.
The Wings of Change
Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) are not the machines they once were: they’re better! With MOSAIC due very soon, Steve Hitchen looks back on what the category has become as technology and customer demands drove aircraft evolution.
Poetry in Motion
It’s probably not unreasonable to say that Pilatus Aircraft hit the sweet spot when it recently unveiled the PC-12 PRO. Benn Marks takes a look at the latest development in the Swiss aircraft manufacturer’s highly regarded and respected PC-12 product line.
The Gem of the Skies
Paul Southwick takes the DA50RG through its paces in Australian conditions.
A Smooth Move
Atmospheric turbulence is an unsolved problem for aviation, affecting economy, safety and comfort. To date, there has been no practicable solution to this other than long-distance detours or hold on and fly through. Kreisha Ballantyne takes a closer look.
Dassault Dialogue
Benn Marks sits down with Carlos Brana, Executive Vice President, Civil Aircraft at Dassault Aviation, who shares his vision for civil flying.
And wrap yourself around Editorial, News, Lessons from a Logbook, Medical Matters, Rotors, Beyond Visual Range, Reports from the Regions, Right Hand Seat, Products and Innovation, Safety Matters, Down to Business, What Can We Learn? and Short Final.
If this issue is not yet in your collection, you know where you should be headed: the nearest newsagent.