Mooney Airplane Co.’s M20R Ovation2 GX recently received its certification from the European Aviation Safety Administration (EASA). This long-range single-engine piston aircraft cruises at a top speed of 190 knots at its service ceiling of 20,000 feet. At a lower cruising speed of 173 ktas, it offers a range of 1,860 nm. “The Ovation2 GX […]
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Garmin G3X introduced
OSHKOSH — Garmin introduced G3X, a non-TSO’d glass cockpit for retrofit installation in experimental/kitbuilt and light sport aircraft (LSA) on opening day of AirVenture. The G3X is a customizable PFD/MFD combination that features one, two or three all-glass displays; magnetometer; ADAHRS (combined air data and AHRS unit); engine monitoring; and temperature probe. Thanks to its […]
AirJourney launches Enhanced Travel
OSHKOSH — AirJourney, the company that brought escorted adventures into the main stream of general aviation, debuted Enhanced Travel (ET), in which group now travel with experts in history, technology, anthropology, culture or other specialties to enhance the value of journeys. “We have noticed how much more people get out of trip when there is an […]
Avidyne offers lower-cost Entegra R9
Avidyne released a lower-cost FMS400 flight management system, as well as additional Entegra Release 9 system configurations that provide three price points so pilots can tailor the system to their needs. The FMS400, known as the Entegra R9 Silver, is priced at $39,500. Also available is the $59,000 gold version, which includes WAAS; or the […]
Sonex unveils jet
Kit manufacturer Sonex unveiled a single-place jet at an open house the day the before AirVenture opened. Called the “Sub-Sonex,” the jet is powered by a modified version of a turbine used to power radio-controlled aircraft. For more information: SonexAircraft.com
Lancair Evolution first to use Lycoming iE2
Lancair International’s piston Evolution marks the first use by an OEM of the new Lycoming TEO-540-EXP twin-turbo engine with the integrated iE2 electronic engine management system. The iE2 provides single lever power control of all engine, turbo and propeller management functions. It also has the capability to carry multiple fuel calibrations, allowing the system to […]
World War I drama at Air Force Museum
One of the nations’ premier historical aviation events will bring the excitement and adrenaline of World War I air power to the National Museum of the United States Air Force, Sept. 25-27. The World War I Dawn Patrol Rendezvous will feature vintage reproduction full scale and 7/8 scale aircraft, such as the Nieuport, SE.5 and […]
Lycoming teams on alternative fuels research
Lycoming Engines has teamed with the FAA and Swift Enterprises to research 100SF, a renewable fuel being developed as a possible replacement for 100LL aviation fuel. The goal is to develop a renewable fuel to replace 100LL without requiring modifications to existing engines, company officials said. Lycoming is providing the engines for the testing, while […]
Remos receives capital infusion, plans ambitious expansion
Remos Aircraft has received a “significant” infusion of new capital from Pall Mall Partners, a London-based investment company that focuses on technology, company officials revealed at AirVenture. The new capita will be used to fund ambitious plans for the LSA manufacturer, including the creation of Remos Pilot Centers, as well as other efforts to attract […]