German manufacturer MT-Propeller planned only an introduction of its newest model at SUN n’ FUN 2015. But sales began almost from the moment the five-blade MTV-27 model was placed on display. “We were just hoping to show the propeller at SUN ‘n FUN and hoped for sales later, but we sold eight of them priced […]
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iCloth for grubby screens
I know a guy who hates it – HATES IT – when anyone touches his computer screen. He’s a big guy, with a dark beard, long hair and many tattoos. Get close to his screen and you can hear the grumble starting deep down in his belly. In today’s world of smartphones, tablets and touchscreen […]
Aviation tax webinars set
Wolcott & Associates will host a series of webinars addressing financial and tax issues for aircraft owners, operators, financial and legal professionals. The webinars are presented by aviation industry professionals, Jed Wolcott and Sue Folkringa. Wolcott, a CPA, is president of Wolcott & Associates. Folkringa is a CPA, licensed commercial pilot and is Wolcott & Associates, resident […]
Airforms awarded PMA for C-208 nosegear torque link assemblies
BIG LAKE, Alaska – Airforms has received FAA PMA approval for part numbers AF2643084-1 and AF2643084-2, the Upper and Lower Caravan Nose Gear Torque Link Assemblies. The parts, direct replacements for Cessna P/N 2643084-1 and -2, are eligible for installation on all Cessna model 208 and 208B aircraft, and are precision fit, drop-in replacements for the OEM components, […]
Amstrong introduces Made in the USA aviation ratchets
Armstrong, a brand of Made in the USA industrial hand tools from Apex Tool Group, has introduced its new Aviation Ratchets. The new tools help aviation mechanics reach and turn limited-clearance fasteners easily, according to company officials. The 88-tooth ratcheting gear allows technicians to turn fasteners with a swing arc of just 4.1°. The new Aviation Ratchets […]
Wash Wax Mop receives patent
SAN ANTONIO — Aero Cosmetics has recently been awarded a patent for the company’s waterless aircraft wash product, the Wash Wax Mop. The Wash Wax Mop is designed to enhance safety by eliminating the need for ladders, while significantly decreasing the time and effort required to clean and wax aircraft, according to company officials. In addition, the […]
CAV Ice Protection Brand TKS Fluid now available
CAV Ice Protection, manufacturer of the TKS Ice Protection System, has introduced a new line of in-flight ice protection fluid. Owners of aircraft with the TKS Ice Protection System can purchase the product at the online store or by calling the company. Comprised of ethylene glycol, TKS fluid exudes from the TKS Ice Protection System, laser-drilled […]
Aspen reveals pricing for AOA
Aspen Avionics has released the price for its recently introduced Evolution Angle of Attack Indicator (AOA), which integrates directly into its Evolution primary flight and multi-function displays. The software upgrade will be priced at $1,995 and is expected to be available in July. “We are offering an affordably-priced, software-based angle of attack safety product that provides real-time […]
UV-A flashlight identifies aviation leaks
The OPTIMAX 365 from Spectronics Corporation is a cordless, rechargeable, UV-A LED flashlight that can identify leaks in fuel, lubrication and hydraulic aviation systems. The OPTIMAX 365 features an ultra-high intensity UV-A LED, which makes all leak detection dyes glow brightly, according to company officials. Four times brighter than other high-intensity leak detection lamps, it has an […]