Aspen Avionics recently received FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO) Authorization for its AT300 Hazard Awareness Display. The AT300 has been certified as a TSO C8d Vertical Speed Indicator and as a TSO C113 Multipurpose Electronic Display. This dual certification allows it to directly replace the legacy mechanical vertical speed indicator that is found in virtually […]
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Superflite sets new standards for Butyrate dope
Get the perfect finish for your vintage aircraft with unlimited color choices from Superflite. Superflite can match colors from a chip or swatch without any added cost. White is $63 a gallon, colors are $76 a gallon. Both are also available in quarts. For more information: 800-323-0611.
Evans Prep Fluid and Coolant now available
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty has added two new products to its list of more than 45,000 items: Evans Prep Fluid for flushing systems that do not drain easily when preparing to convert to the second product, Evans NPG+ Coolant for Rotax engines. Evans NPG+ is the only coolant recommended for a Rotax engine. NPG+ is […]
FK Lightplanes to import LSA
FK Lightplanes of Speyer, Germany, has appointed FK Lightplanes USA as its American agent. The Florida company will import the FK9 Mark IV high wing Light Sport Aircraft, which recently won approval as a Special LSA. The company also will introduce the German company’s other models, the folding bi-wing FK12 Comet and the low-wing FK14 […]
Revealing images from Wright brothers in new book
From historian and Wright brothers’ scholar Larry Tise comes “Hidden Images: Discovering Details in the Wright Brothers Photographs, Kitty Hawk, 1900-1911.” This illustrated history brings to light the world of the Wright brothers at the dawn of aviation. The images presented allow the reader to step back in time and understand the trials and errors […]
First G1000-equipped Elite ATD delivered
ELITE Simulation Solutions recently delivered its first Garmin G1000-equipped iGATE Advanced Aviation Training Device (A-ATD) to Angel City Flyers Inc. in Long Beach, Calif. The device is outfitted with the actual G1000 hardware utilizing the now familiar 10.4″ GDU 1040 PFD/MFD displays offered as standard equipment from several airframe manufacturers. Desktop and cockpit versions of […]
Airline captain’s jacket available
Sporty’s Airline Captain’s Jacket brings the classic aviator’s jacket into the 21st century. The jacket has a clean, contemporary appearance and is identical to uniform jackets worn by flight crews at major airlines. The jacket offers a full cut that sits slightly off the shoulder. Constructed from jet black goatskin leather, the jacket has an […]
Valle Airport offers overnight grand canyon tour package
Grand Canyon Valle Airport (40G) now offers an off-season overnight tour package which will last until April for pilots and passengers planning to visit the Grand Canyon. The Adventure Package provides an inexpensive way for fly-in visitors to experience the best of the Grand Canyon experience. For only $189, two people can rent a car, […]
Production Software releases Electronic Facilities and Airport Directory
Pilots looking to automate their pre-flight planning and reduce the large number of books required for flying can benefit from a new program called Electronic Facilities and Airport Directory (eFAD). eFAD is a multi-platform airport directory that allows you to view airport information, weather, and more from your PC, PDA, and/or XHTML mobile phone. eFAD […]