Matthew McCoy submitted this photo and note: “Mount Saint Helens crater under the wing of a Cessna 185 amphib.”
Aircraft
Check your tires on your phone
You can check your tire’s pressure and internal pressure using the new app.
Big data analytics for general aviation
As part of a “data transparency campaign,” Planephd.com has published a homepage for every aircraft in the United States. Users can “claim your plane” and assume ownership of their aircraft on the Planephd website, entitling them to update aircraft specs as appropriate and even write reviews on their make and model, sharing feedback on everything from the airframe, avionics, and even STC performance with the community at large.
Cirrus at Oshkosh: Aftermarket upgrades, new cargo system for Vision Jet, and more
A variety of announcements by Cirrus Aircraft on opening day cover everything from expansion at the company that’s creating new jobs to changes in flight training.
Power on the ground for GA
Designed specifically for experimental and certified general aviation aircraft, the ground power units provide airframe power for a variety of tasks, from avionics testing, troubleshooting and maintenance, and a powered preflight inspection.
Italian trainer debuts at Oshkosh
The aircraft, which is making its debut at this week’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, is purpose built for flight training.
Want to show off your paint job?
The 2020 Sherwin-Williams calendar featured several general aviation aircraft, including a Cirrus SR-22 Glasair Sportsman GS-2, a de Havilland Beaver, and Pilatus PC-12.
Enhanced takeoff performance, inflight WiFi features of new Vision Jet
Cirrus officials promise the new jet offers 20% increased performance during takeoff.
Next generation Epic E1000 approved by FAA
The E1000 GX, which replaces the original E1000 model, features a Garmin GFC 700 Automated Flight Control System and a Hartzell 5-Blade Composite Propeller.