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Garmin expands approvals for its retrofit autopilots for general aviation aircraft
Garmin expects certification soon of several aircraft approved for its GFC 500 and GFC 600 autopilots, including the Bonanza Debonair, Cessna 210, Grumman AA-5 series, Beechcraft Baron, and Cessna 208B.
Cessnas and Bonanzas to Oshkosh arrive safely at OSH
Despite weather delays, the Cessnas to Oshkosh and Bonanzas to Oshkosh mass arrivals were a success.
Pipistrel promises pilots can ‘fly for free’
The new Solar Trailer is outfit with flexible solar panels that will charge Taurus Electro.
FlyQ EFB compatible with Stratus 3
Users of the FlyQ EFB from Seattle Avionics, who are looking to update their ADS-B receiver, can add the new Stratus 3 to a long list of supported units.
Young Eagles volunteers and pilots to receive first Bob Hoover Legacy Award
The pilots and other volunteers for EAA’s Young Eagles program will receive the first-ever Bob Hoover Award of Aviation Excellence at this year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
Garmin updates TXi flight displays, GTN navigators, GFC autopilots and the G5 electronic flight instrument
Garmin has enhanced its GTN 650/750 touchscreen navigators, the G500 TXi/G600 TXi and G500/G600 flight displays, as well as the GFC 600 & GFC 500 autopilots.
BlackFly electric ultralight unveiled
Just unveiled is BlackFly, an all-electric ultralight vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft.
ASA’s 2019 Test Prep products now available
ASA is now shipping its 2019 Test Prep and Test Guide books.