Sonex Aircraft has introduced the AeroBrake Hydraulic Braking System. The AeroBrake is the first hydraulic brake product specifically designed for use with Sonex Aircraft airframes, according to company officials, who note the design may also be used on a wide variety of other experimental aircraft designs. While Sonex has had great success with the standard […]
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EPIC releases iGo app
EPIC has releases the iGo EPIC app, which offers search functionality and fuel pricing for FBOs within the EPIC FBO Network. For EPIC Cardholders there’s an added convenience of getting account specific pricing by FBO location, company officials said. Plus, iGo EPIC offers quick access to Bravo Rewards information and account login. “It was important […]
Electroair adds Piper twins to growing stable of aircraft
HOWELL, Mich. – Electroair has added the Piper Seminole, Twin Comanche and Apache to the Approved Model List (AML) for the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Zeke Valtz of Horizon Aviation allowed Electroair the use of his Twin Comanche for the flight testing required to complete this approval, Electroair officials report. The four cylinder kits are […]
Say goodbye to flimsy air sickness bags
Sporty’s has introduced a 21st century barf bag for general aviation pilots and their passengers. Chuk-It is constructed of thick plastic with heat-sealed seams. It is extra large and can be used with only one hand thanks to Chuk-It’s stay-open top, according to Sporty’s officials. Once used, Chuk-It’s zipper top seals securely ensuring no spills […]
Lincoln Electric launches welding safety interactive guide
Lincoln Electric has launched a Welding Safety Interactive Guide that converts the company’s Welding Safety Interactive DVD into an online format that is viewable on computers, tablets and mobile phones. Designed to educate arc welders about potential arc welding safety hazards and the safe practices they should follow, the guide offers information on a wide […]
ECi launches engine assembly program
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Engine Components International (ECi) now offers complete engine assembly and run-in testing. The new engine assembly program offers owners a complete engine, built and run-in, ready for installation in their airframe. Owners have many options to choose from, beginning with the base engine model, displacement, crankshaft and crankcase configurations, cylinder bore […]
Take the guesswork out of fuel decisions
Cockpit Apps, maker of the flight log app iLOG, has launched iFUEL, which helps pilots take the guesswork out of fuel decisions. The app, available through iTunes for the iPhone and iPad, takes into account fuel prices at each destination, burn rate for the specific aircraft, and ramp fees. It even takes into consideration the […]
Banyan named EVAS sales and service center
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. —VisionSafe has named Banyan Air Service an Emergency Vision Assurance System (EVAS) Sales and Service Center for the Southeast United States. EVAS is an FAA tested and certified system available for all turboprop and jet aircraft that displaces smoke, enabling pilots to see the flight path and instruments during an emergency. The […]
Astronics Max-Viz-600 gets Cessna SB
Astronics Corporation’s Max-Viz-600 enhanced vision system has received a Cessna Aircraft Service Bulletin for retrofit installation in recently-delivered Cessna Skyhawk, Skylane and Stationair single-engine aircraft models. Available exclusively from Cessna for retrofit by Cessna Authorized Service Centers, the retrofit is approved by the FAA and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Cessna single-engine airplanes covered […]