As a new distributor, Sporty’s will stock a selection of Champion oil filters and spark plugs, catering to a wide array of aircraft types and models, according to company officials.
Picture of the Day: Any port in a storm
Dan McCully submitted this photo and note: “A twin engine aircraft lands before a squall at Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport (KTNT) in the everglades of Ochopee, Florida.”
A twist on tradition for 2024 Air Derby
The ARC Air Derby is a VFR flight flown during daylight hours on a single day between Sept. 27 and Oct. 10, 2024. The objectives are for each team to design a route that conforms to the ARC Air Derby Rules, estimate the time it will take them to fly that route, and then fly it as close to their estimated time as possible.
Guardian Jet launches new division
Guardian Jet, an aircraft brokerage and consulting firm, has launched a new division dedicated to light jet and turboprop aircraft sales.
The Turbine Pilot’s Flight Manual updated
This fifth edition softcover book incorporates new material addressing the many recent electronic flight bag (EFB) developments applicable to professional piloting, includes all topics required for completing an ATP Certification Training Program (ATP-CTP), and adds technology and terminology updates.
Picture of the Day: Citabria on final
John Garrett submitted this photo and note: “A Bellanca/Citabria 7GCBC on final at Arlington Municipal Airport (KAWO) in Washington. John Garrett, pilot, Paul Bergman, passenger. Photo by Terry Green.”
New owner for ICON
Officials with ICON Aircraft report they have completed the sale of the bankrupt company’s assets to SG Investment America.
Alpha Wingman adds FBOs for free
The Alpha Wingman platform is a marketplace that connects aircraft owners with more than 800 vendors, such as maintenance providers, parts, FBOs, and more.
Picture of the Day: Gentleman Jim
Jim Jazdzewski submitted this photo and note: “The Warbird area at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 contained many fascinating aircraft. One of my favorites is the P51D named Gentleman Jim. I was trying to get a good reflection off the wing. This was the best I could do. It was a busy day of great planes, stories, and air shows.”