Merlin Simulation, Inc. recently delivered its re-configurable, new generation Pro-Series Schweizer 333 AATD to Rotors of the Rockies, which is located at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, Colorado. The training device features: High fidelity graphics; high fidelity cockpit; high fidelity systems replication, including engine start up and shut down with all of the associated […]
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Micro Aerodynamics celebrates 20 years
In the past two decades, Micro AeroDynamics has earned STCs on more than 500 different models of aircraft, shipped out thousands of VG kits, and received more than 60 phone calls and letters from pilots who claim they owe their lives to the vortex generators. Still going strong, the company continues to expand the list […]
Fly before you buy
The e-Go aircraft may not be in production yet, but you can try it now. e-Go aeroplanes has developed an x-plane simulator that anyone can download for free from its website at www.e-Go.me. (You also need a copy of the x-plane package, which is $39 from www.x-plane.com). The simulation, which features a 3D cockpit and […]
Carry the right chart case
The problem with most hard-sided pilot cases is that they were not designed for aviation use, but rather for lawyers and other executives who have to carry voluminous documents, according to the officials at Sporty’s Pilot Shop, who note that pilots require special storage options. That’s why Sporty’s team of pilots and CFIs designed its […]
New course helps transition to glass
A new course from ASA helps pilots transitioning from conventional “round dials” to the Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) glass cockpit environment. The Complete Avidyne Course is a four-hour, narrated, computer-based tutorial providing an orientation to the TAA glass cockpit environment, specifically the Avidyne-Entegra PFD, MFD, audio panel, GNS430 GPS, autopilot, and transponder. Written by Mike […]
Kings Avionics installs S-TEC autopilots in R/STOL-equipped aircraft
Kings Avionics, a 40-year-old avionics facility based at Salt Lake City International Airport, has developed the procedures and engineering to make it possible to install S-TEC autopilots into an R/STOL-equipped aircraft, now marketed through Sierra Industries Ltd. Previously an S-TEC autopilot installation in an aircraft with an R/STOL or other speed modification would often void […]
Sonex Aircraft offers free shipping
Sonex Aircraft, LLC now offers free shipping on all complete airframe kits purchased before Aug. 21. The special pricing incentive is for Sonex, Waiex or Xenos Complete Airframe Kits. Free shipping is available throughout the continental United States and Canada via Con-Way Freight. For more information: SonexAircraft.com.
Zero-cost maintenance on Premier IA
Hawker Beechcraft Corp. is offering zero-cost maintenance on the Beechcraft Premier IA. From now until Sept. 30, the Premier IA is available for zero-cost maintenance for five years or 1,000 hours, whichever occurs first. In addition, customers can take advantage of bonus depreciation in 2009, which could provide significant tax savings, according to company officials. […]
Aircraft Spruce carries tire pressure monitor systems
A new Wireless Tire Pressure/Temperature LCD Monitor (TPMS) is now available from Aircraft Spruce. With the flip of a switch, this battery-operated, hand-held unit displays the actual tire pressure and tire temperature. Small removable electronic valve sensors transmit pressure/temperature to the LCD monitor within 25-50 feet of the aircraft. The sensors can be easily removed […]