Ametek Aerospace & Defense has developed a new generation of active liquid-level probes that offers significant weight and cost savings, while providing performance advantages over alternative fuel gauging technologies. The next-generation probe design offers reduced minimum gauging height (improving system accuracy), insulating end cap (permitting closer skin spacing), all electronic calibration (no mechanical potentiometers), self-shielding […]
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Navguard brings security to your parked airplane
Electronic security systems have been a part of the auto industry for some time now. Until now, the only security for aircraft were prop guards and door locks. Engineers at E&E Electronic Engineering Research have created an electronic security system, the Navguard EE777AB, that is both portable and monitored. The unit is completely self contained, […]
Miller debuts 2005 catalog
Miller Electric Manufacturing Co. introduces its 2005 catalog, which provides technical specifications, features, benefits and selection tips for Miller’s line of welding and plasma cutting products and accessories.The 84-page catalog also features a glossary of welding terms for those who may be unfamiliar with terminology. To receive the catalog, which is free, call 800-4-A-MILLER (800-426-4553) […]
Owl keeps an eye on hypoxia
Although there are federal regulations for the use of oxygen when flying, many high altitude pilots and physicians recommend the use of oxygen at altitudes even lower than Federal Aviation Regulations require. Some pilots may begin to experience symptoms of hypoxia at altitudes as low as 5,000 feet. One of the biggest problems of detecting […]
BirdShield repels birds — with no noise, no electricity
BirdShield is a food-grade, biodegradable bird repellent that reduces bird nesting and roosting on structures, roofs, interior or exterior walls — anywhere at the airport. It can even be sprayed directly on nests. Liquid BirdShield dries, leaving a residue with a grape-like odor. This odor irritates birds, yet is environmentally friendly and harmless. Once birds […]
STC issued for Malibu and Mirage wheel well fairings
Enhanced Flight Group (EFG) of Lexington, Kentucky has received an STC to install aerodynamic wheel well fairings to the Piper Malibu and Mirage. Like many other aircraft with retractable gear, the main landing gear and tires on the Malibu are thicker than the wing they retract into, leaving a portion of the tire protruding below […]
The Annual Inspection-Powerplant
Follow A&P instructors Tim Guerrera and Vaughn Dowell through a step-by-step demonstration of a 100-hour inspection of the powerplant section of a Lycoming O-360 powered Piper Arrow. This video explains every segment of the inspection process from an initial AD search to the final log entries. It details each procedure along with the techniques, tool […]
Ice Shield 2 available for older aircraft
B/E Aerospace, Inc. introduces Ice Shield 2, an extension of its existing Ice Shield pneumatic deicer product line for general aviation aircraft. Ice Shield 2 was designed to satisfy the needs of older aircraft, including select Beech Cessna and Piper. For more information: IceShield.com.
The ultimate travel tote for water
Necessity is the mother of invention. A North Carolina airline pilot, bent on staying fit and hydrated especially when working, created Liquid Luggage to keep her water bottle attached securely to her luggage as she maneuvered through airports around the country. Soon the word was out, and flight crew colleagues began requesting Liquid Luggage totes […]