NEW YORK — SwitchBox Control has introduced new features to its remote power-switching device, used by aircraft owners to preheat their aircraft engines during wintertime operations. Continue Reading →
Garmin Pilot app adds 3-D Synthetic Vision
Posted on February 24th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Garmin has released an updated version of the Garmin Pilot application for the iPad and iPhone featuring synthetic vision as an option for premium subscribers. Continue Reading →
Sandel upgrades SG102 AHRS
Posted on February 22nd, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
VISTA, Cal. – Sandel Avionics has released its latest upgrades to the SG102 (MOD2) AHRS, which is a solid-state, three-axis instrument certified for primary heading reference and standby attitude. Continue Reading →
Lightspeed Sierra ANR Headset now FlightLink-capable
Posted on February 19th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
PORTLAND, Ore. — Lightspeed Aviation’s Sierra ANR headset is now compatible with FlightLink, the company’s free app for the Apple iPad and iPhone. Continue Reading →
IS&S receives STC for auto throttle, standby display
Posted on February 19th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Innovative Solutions & Support (IS&S) has received FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for its Auto Throttle System and Standby Display Unit (SDU) incorporated into its Integrated Flight Management System (IFMS). Continue Reading →
A new way to look at checklists
Posted on February 19th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Now available in a customizable app are Sporty’s Aircraft Checklists for iPhone and iPad. Continue Reading →
From Cropduster to Airline Captain
Posted on February 18th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
One of our favorite people, LeRoy Brown, has released his biography: “From Cropduster to Airline Captain: The Biography of Captain Leroy H. Brown.” Continue Reading →
Sporty’s IPC Updated
Posted on February 12th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Sporty’s Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) program has been revamped and updated with new and valuable information for active instrument pilots. New video, graphics and animations tackle such topics as regulations, required instrument inspections, IFR clearances and aircraft equipment required for... Continue Reading →
AOPA updates FlyQ
Posted on February 12th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Frederick, MD – AOPA and partner Seattle Avionics have released Version 1.3 of the FlyQ EFB with new functions that include ADS-B traffic display, night mode, instrument procedure overlays and more. Continue Reading →
Gain added leverage
Posted on February 12th, 2014 by General Aviation News Staff
Gain added leverage to tighten fasteners with Snap-On Industrial’s new extra-long 9-inch handle ratchet. Continue Reading →
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