Prior to the changes, Jeppesen offered more than 100 different charting coverages. That has been simplified to 14 coverage options, according to company officials. Previously, Jeppesen charts covering the United States cost $960 a year. Now, charting coverage for all of North America is $449, a 53% savings.
Safety device for seaplane pilots introduced
The new device addresses one of the most challenging aspects of seaplane piloting: Judging altitude over featureless, glassy water, according to inventor Frank Kunnumpurath.
Picture of the Day: Ready for Oshkosh
Bill Gideon submitted this photo and note: “Bill Gideon and his dad, Rusty, arrive at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023.”
Grants approved for improvements to two Connecticut airfields
Improvements at two Connecticut airfields, Goodspeed (42B) near East Haddam, and Waterbury (N41) near Plymouth have been funded by grants from the Recreational Aviation Foundation.
Sheltair begins building new T-hangars at KMLB
FBO network Sheltair Aviation has begun construction of “much-needed” T-hangars at Melbourne Orlando International Airport (KMLB) in Florida, according to company officials.
Dynon unveils safety-enhancing features
A new Emergency Glide feature, as well as a new version of its com radio control panel, are designed to enhance safety.
Picture of the Day: Capturing the storm
Caleb Lionudakis submitted this photo and note: “Capturing the storm at the Galaxy FBO at Conroe/North Houston Regional Airport (KCXO) in Conroe, Texas.”
Tuskegee Airman celebrates 100th birthday
A birthday cake decorated with imagery from his days with the 332nd and appropriately topped with red, white, and blue speckles was divided into slices and shared with attendees.
In the market for a J-3?
The Ranger Airfield Foundation will raffle off a 1946 Piper J-3 Cub at its Old School Fly-In & Airshow Oct. 4-6, 2024.