FreeFlight Systems has launched an ADS-B Hotline that will support pilots’ NextGen needs. After dialing 1-844-ADS-BNOW, the customer will be put in touch with a member of FreeFlight’s support organization. During normal business hours (8 am to 6 pm Central Standard Time), inquiries will be responded to within two hours. Inquires received outside of normal business hours will […]
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MyGoFlight unveils Heads Up Display
MYGOFLIGHT, maker of iPad and tablet gear for pilots, unveiled RECON1, a Heads Up Display (HUD) for aviation, at this week’s AirVenture. “The HUD is here!” said Charles Schneider, CEO, MYGOFLIGHT. “After two years of development we have brought the concept to reality with the unveiling of RECON1, the first low-cost heads up display for […]
BendixKing dealer network unveiled
OSHKOSH, Wis. — BendixKing revealed at this week’s AirVenture the initial companies in a dealer network supporting both installation and service work on the new AeroVue integrated flight deck for the Beechcraft King Air 200 and B200 aircraft. The dealer network is made up of eight independent companies at 11 locations across the United States and includes: Capital Aviation, Oklahoma City, Okla.; […]
The Airplane Factory collaborates with Synergy Air on builder program
The Airplane Factory (TAF) is now collaborating with Synergy Air of Eugene, Oregon, on the Sling 4 Two Week Turbo Build Program. The program involves a builder spending several weeks at Synergy Air’s Oregon location and building a Sling 4 Turbo from quickbuild kit with the training and assistance of Synergy Air’s team. The airplane will then […]
Pictures of the day: WomenVenture 2015
Now in its eighth year, WomenVenture has provided a venue for women attending EAA AirVenture Oshkosh to bond and have fun. WomenVenture Wednesday began at the EAA Nature Center July 22 with a sold-out Women in Aviation International Connect breakfast, attended by more than 360 people. The group then reformed in Boeing Plaza, joining hundreds more women, […]
Medical reform amendment added to Highway Bill
Two GA advocates have filed an amendment to the Senate highway bill now under consideration that includes third-class medical reform. The amendment, which was filed by Senators Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) and John Boozman (R-Arkansas), mirrors language in the Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 (PBR2). Both senators are longtime general aviation advocates and Manchin is also […]
EAA unveils Founder’s Innovation Prize to spur new safety technology for homebuilts
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — At this week’s AirVenture, officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) introduced a new Founder’s Innovation Prize competition designed to encourage innovation to enhance safety in amateur-built aircraft. It will use the best ideas from EAA members and chapters, with cash prizes for the best emerging technology.The competition was announced […]
Wright B Flyer makes AirVenture debut
OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Wright B Flyer made its AirVenture debut this week. AirVenture 2015 is the first time Wright “B” Flyer Inc., an all-volunteer organization from Dayton, Ohio, has brought its flying airplane, dubbed the Brown Bird, to the world’s biggest gathering of aircraft homebuilders and aviation enthusiasts. The Brown Bird will be on display […]
Belite introduces SkyDock
At this week’s AirVenture, Belite Aircraft introduced the SkyDock, an ultralight Part 103 aircraft. “We’ve listened to customer concerns about price, build time and ease of construction. The SkyDock offers Part 103 legal ultralight flying at an affordable price without sacrificing performance or the technology that is a part of the Belite reputation, ” said James […]