Hewitt, a manufacturer of aviation fueling products, hoses, and accessories, now offers Eagle over-the-wing fueling nozzles for small and medium-size business aircraft as well as helicopters.Weighing just over five pounds, the Eagle features: Stainless steel shaft and fasteners Polyurethane Handle Huard Quick-change swiveling spout design to accommodate two nozzle options Duck Bill spout for jet […]
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Hydroswing debuts dual panel door
Hydroswing has introduced a its Dual Panel Door System, multi-hydraulic dual panel door without cables and straps.“Swing out space is a concern for some of our customers. For the aviation sector, because of the dynamics and layout of some hangars, it is important to save the space on the taxiway, even at the cost of a little headroom,” […]
Osprey Aviation Nozzle introduced
Now available is the Osprey Aviation Nozzle, expressly engineered for over-the-wing fueling of small aircraft, from Hewitt, a division of Husky Corporation. Osprey is a light-weight design that features: Automatic shut-off Easy-to-service 100 mesh stainless steel fuel filter assembly Dust cap to place over spout when the nozzle is not in use Ground Cable with clip […]
Gore launches line of aviation fluid-repellent sealant tape
LANDENBERG, Pa. — W. L. Gore & Associates has expanded its line of SKYFLEX Aerospace Materials with a new aviation fluid-repellent tape. Available in various sizes, the new tape is suited for use on belly fairings, engine nacelles, tail boom covers, fuel bladders and access panels, according to company officials. This gap filling material provides protection in […]
Cool off with IcyBreeze
BIXBY, Okla. — Just introduced is IcyBreeze, a portable air conditioner and cooler for airplanes. An IcyBreeze unit can be stored in the back seat or baggage area of any single or light twin to keep beverages cold and cockpit air cool, according to company officials. “We are able to provide all the benefits of […]
Sporty’s offers PIVOT iPad case for pilots
Now available from Sporty’s is PIVOT system, which combines an iPad case and smart cover with a quick-release mount for the cockpit. Made of durable, impact-absorbing polycarbonate along with “Splash-Seals” for all ports, PIVOT has already proven itself in daily operations with more than 8,000 Southwest Airlines pilots, according to Sporty’s officials. “There are plenty of iPad cases […]
SPOT integrated with Lockheed Martin Flight Service
Lockheed Martin Flight Service (LMFS) will integrate and provide automated position monitoring for VFR (Visual Flight Rules) flights through Globalstar’s SPOT service. Using a SPOT Gen3 or a SPOT Trace, GPS tracking reports are generated and forwarded to LMFS. The system keeps track of the aircraft and if the aircraft stops moving or stops sending position […]
Garmin introduces D2 Bravo
Garmin has introduced D2 Bravo, an aviator GPS watch. D2 Bravo incorporates Garmin’s direct-to and nearest airport navigation features, complete with a worldwide aviation navigation database. New features includes altitude alerts, including preset alerts for altitudes requiring supplemental oxygen, as well as easy access to current aviation weather information. In addition to in-flight functionality, D2 Bravo incorporates activity […]
Guardian Mobility launches rental program
OTTAWA, Ontario, Canada — Guardian Mobility, a supplier of tracking avionics, has launched a new rental program for Automatic Flight Following (AFF) for fixed and rotary wing customers. Subscribers will receive a portable Guardian G3 tracking unit with antenna, which offers a configurable tracking-reporting interval; has very low power consumption; and is portable from one aircraft to another with minimal installation time. The […]