Now available is the PWI Ice Light Window, which is designed for almost a dozen King Air models to improve ice detection, as well as enhancing the range of view around the aircraft, according to company officials.
Picture of the Day: Ice day
Michael Kilcher submitted this photo and note: “A number of fellow pilots and I rendezvoused at the Sport Island Pub on the Great Sacandaga Lake in upstate New York. We dropped in for lunch at this lakeside restaurant. This was my first time landing on the ice in my wheeled Cessna 172. Along with my 172 are a pair of PA-12 Super Cruisers and a pair of Cubs, all on skis. Not pictured, but part of our group that day, are a Cessna 185 on retractable wheel-skis and a Bell 206B.”
High winds hamper crowds at Cactus Fly-In
High winds prohibited some planes from coming in to the 64th annual Cactus Fly-In and Hot Rod Show, held March 5, 2022, at Casa Grande Municipal Airport (KCGZ) in Arizona, “yet dozens did show up along with several show cars,” says Glenn Brasch of AirportCourtesyCars.com and a frequent contributor of photographs to General Aviation News.
New flight ops team for Reno
The new flight operations team replaces Tony “Bear” Grady, who resigned to pursue political interests. The three members of the team are all long-time volunteers at the Reno Air Races.
uAvionix launches tailBeaconX trade-up program
Owners of a uAvionix skyBeacon, tailBeacon, or echoUAT can receive up to $1,200 trade-in credit towards a TSO certified tailBeaconX Mode S ADS-B transponder.
Picture of the Day: Runway 18 closed, proceed to alternate
Mike Haraseviat submitted this photo and note: “This pelican was trying to fly into Albert Whitted Airport (KSPG) in St. Petersburg, Florida, but forgot to check the NOTAMS. Perhaps the tower will let him circle to Runway 25.”
General aviation advocate to retire from Senate
Oklahoma Senator James Inhofe, known as a tireless advocate for general aviation, will retire from the U.S. Senate at the end of 2022.
Redbird Pro app released
Developed for use with iOS and Android devices, “the app uses artificial intelligence and behavioral design to personalize the proficiency training of pilots and make the daily improvement of their knowledge and skills more achievable, enjoyable, and effective,” according to company officials. Pilots don’t need access to a Redbird flight simulator to use the app, company officials added.
Picture of the Day: A new pilot ready to go
Stephen Halter submitted this photo and note: “My grandson waiting for his first plane ride.”