Textron Aviation has unveiled several enhancements to its iconic Cessna high-wing piston aircraft lineup — the Cessna Skyhawk, Cessna Skylane, Cessna Turbo Skylane, and Cessna Turbo Stationair HD — including new seating, updated instrument panels, and new exterior paint styles.
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STC approved for Sensenich STOL propeller for Super Cubs
Reduced weight, increased responsiveness, and increased operational flexibility are benefits of the new propeller, according to company officials.
New edition of Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge released
The 2023 edition reflects the latest aviation industry procedures, equipment, techniques, regulations, and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recommendations and is a key reference in the FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS), according to ASA officials, who note that changes include updates to drugs and the impact on flight, non-towered airport operations, and attitude indicator pitch and bank limitations.
Online courses for mechanics on aircraft records launches
The new courses cover a wide range of topics, including the importance of aircraft records, maintenance records and documentation, logbook entries, certificates of airworthiness, data approval, and more, according to officials with the non-profit Foundation for Business Aircraft Records Excellence.
New McCauley prop for King Airs certified
The new propeller offers King Air B300 owners additional payload, increased takeoff and climb performance, reduced noise in the cabin and cockpit, and greater time between overhauls, according to officials with Textron Aviation, McCauley’s parent company.
ASA offers free eBook with print FAR-AMT
“ASA’s FAR-AMT books are the standard regulatory reference for the industry,” company officials said, noting the reference book includes the “consolidated FAA regulations and procedures pertinent to aviation mechanics, maintenance operations, and repair shops.”
AV8 Prep launches online courses geared to private pilots
AV8 Prep has launched its new online learning platform, with courses for the private pilot certificate, instrument rating, commercial certificate, Certified Flight Instructor, and drone certificate.
FlightOutfitters introduces Sandbar Tote
Company officials noted they have had a lot of requests over the years from customers for a “more on-the-go, everyday bag.”
Power Flow adds Maple Leaf fairings as an option
The new dual exhaust fairings help with engine cooling.