Elite receives FAA nod for portable training device ELITE Simulation Solutions has received FAA approval of its Ready To Fly (RTF) portable Aviation Training Device (ATD). The RTF Basic ATD is a self-contained, portable training system based on the popular PI-135 Basic ATD. It includes integrated LCD monitor, avionics panel and flight console as well […]
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New Hobo Pendant G records “gee!” forces
Onset Computer Corp. recently unveiled the Hobo Pendant G Logger, an easy-to-use data logger for measuring and recording tilt, orientation, activity and motion. Roughly half the size of an iPod Shuffle, the Hobo Pendant G makes it easy and fun to record data in any environment, from G forces in an airplane or roller coaster […]
Fiberglass – get the complete picture
Although the majority of an RV is metal, there is a surprising amount of fiberglass work to do before you fly. You can improve your fiberglass technique with an intensive, two-day course offered by Synergy Air at the Eugene, Ore., airport Oct. 6-7 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The course will cover the basics of fiberglass […]
Weldcraft unveils world’s smallest TIG torch
To improve TIG welding performance on precision applications and limited-access joints, Weldcraft introduces its patented WP-50 air-cooled torch — the smallest TIG torch on the market. The WP-50 is rated at 60% duty cycle up to 50 amps and offers pen-like control in tight quarters and on paper-thin material. Applications for the WP-50 include precision […]
New Klein long-reach long-nose pliers provide more access to confined areas
Klein Tools recently introduced three new Long-Reach Long-Nose Pliers, which are available in the following styles: straight nose (Cat. No. D360-11), 45° bent nose (Cat. No. D362-11) and 90° bent nose (Cat. No. D364-11). The pliers’ long handles and nose allow greater access to confined, hard-to-reach areas, while providing greater holding power at the tip […]
Million Air Fayetteville unveils newly renovated FBO
After several months of renovations, officials at Million Air Fayetteville in Arkansas hosted a grand reopening celebration to unveil the newly upgraded FBO at Fayetteville Municipal Drake Field. Renovations include a new, state-of-the-art theater room, a snooze room, commercial catering refrigerator and business office remodeling. The $340,000 renovation project, which took eight months to complete, […]
New amphibious floats available for the Sportsman 2+2
Montana Float Co. has designed a new set of amphibious floats specifically for the Sportsman 2+2. According to Keith Kinden of Montana Floats, a Sportsman outfitted with his new amphibs provides seaplane performance beyond his expectations, with water runs as low as 10 seconds, depending on elevation, wind and takeoff weight. “With our rugged new […]
Grumman F-14 Tomcat: “Bye-Bye Baby”
The F-14 Tomcat will be retired from service, with a final farewell this month. A new book, “Grumman F-14 Tomcat, Bye-Bye Baby!” celebrates the plane, with photos of the F-14, along with quotes from the “Tomcatters” who knew it best. Compiled by Dave Parsons, George Hall and Bob Lawson, the book is available in bookstores […]
Two-man survival kit available from Sporty’s
Sporty’s panel of pilots has reviewed many survival kits over the years, and not one has ever been as complete as the two-man survival kit available now, company officials say, noting the kit was custom designed with the general aviation pilot in mind. The kit, which weighs just 7 pounds, includes everything from first aid […]