The fundamentals of aviating haven’t changed terribly much since Orville and Wilbur first went skyward. A lot has evolved, but lift, drag, weather, aerodynamics and more really haven’t. For that reason, a book that covers the timeless fundamentals while not being out-of-date is an invaluable asset on an bookshelf. Bob Gardner’s “The Complete Private Pilot” […]
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Globalstar’s new Part 23 Light Aviation Aircraft Antenna certified
Globalstar has been awarded a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the FAA for its Part 23 Light Aviation Aircraft Antenna. The initial issuance was obtained on a Beechcraft Baron with an additional 700 models expected to be added to the Approved Model List (AML). General aviation pilots can now affordably make calls, send emails and text messages […]
Aircraft Spruce now carries Flightcam 360
Now available at Aircraft Spruce is the Flightcam 360, a flight recorder that captures those memorable moments in the sky. Aircraft Spruce carries multiple products by Flightcam 360, including its aerodynamic POD mount, which has an internal eyeball style swivel capabilities, making every recording as realistic as the sight a pilot or passenger would witness. The […]
Pilot Partner introduces CFI Dashboard
Pilot Partner has released the CFI Dashboard module in the Pilot Partner Electronic Pilot Logbook System. This tool helps CFIs manage and track their students in one easy to use dashboard, according to company officials. Features View your students’ logbooks View your students’ flight totals Provide detailed remarks for each instructional flight Electronically sign instructional flights Automate […]
Avidyne IFD now integrated wirelessly with FltPlan.com and ForeFlight.com
Avidyne Corporation reports that its IFD540/IFD440 FMS/GPS/NAV/COM systems can now integrate wirelessly with Flight Plan, provider of the FltPlan.com website and FltPlan Go application, and ForeFlight. “All Avidyne IFD systems include a versatile, open-architecture wireless interface, which is a key component in our overall connectivity-in-the-cockpit strategy,” said Avidyne President and CEO Dan Schwinn. “We have made available a Wireless […]
ASA free endorsement labels updated
ASA’s free Endorsement Labels have been expanded and updated to reflect current regulations outlined in 14 CFR Part 61, including changes to the student pilot application process effective April 1, 2016. The PDF format of these labels provides a simple way for instructors to issue required FAA endorsements to their students, according to ASA officials. Compiled […]
Drone Flying Course released
WINGsReality EDU has released an interactive, web-based certification course for recreational and model drone operators. Recreational/Model Drone Operator Certification is the course for operators who want to achieve a standardized knowledge level in the safe operation of drones, according to company officials. In this course, students will prepare for a final exam by taking a series […]
Hartzell Trailblazer STC OK’d for Scout
Hartzell Propeller, working with American Champion Aircraft Corp., has received Supplemental Type Certificate approval from the FAA for installation of the company’s new carbon fiber Trailblazer constant speed propellers on Scout aircraft. Included in the STC are 8GCBC Scout and Denali Scout aircraft. The Hartzell 80-inch, swept two-blade, advanced structural composite Trailblazer prop replaces either […]
L-3 receives TSO, AML STC for ESI-500 standby system
L-3 Aviation Products‘ ESI-500 standby system has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization as well as an Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) covering a wide variety of aircraft. The ESI-500 standby, designed for class I, II and III Part 23 aircraft and Part 27 helicopters, is a 3-inch display that incorporates features […]