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Western Aircraft named BendixKing AeroVue dealer
BOISE, Idaho – Western Aircraft has been selected as a BendixKing’s AeroVue Authorized Dealer, capable of installing and servicing the new systems on the King Air 200/B200. This authorization was added to Western Aircraft’s current agreement with Honeywell/BendixKing as an expansion of its avionics modification programs. The new BendixKing AeroVue Integrated Flight Deck (IFD) includes a Flight […]
Pilot Proficiency Demonstration on Loss of Control launches online
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Mindstar Aviation Community has launched its Pilot Proficiency Demonstration: “Loss of Control.” The month-long event features online seminars, freestyle flight in the AirspaceVR simulation network, and a related scenario course developed with the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE). The NTSB has put “Loss of Control” on its general aviation Most Wanted list for […]
American Bonanza Society launches online mechanic training video series
The American Bonanza Society has launched a new, free resource: The ABS Maintenance Academy Online video series. This four-video presentation covers topics from the live, 2-½-day hands-on ABS Maintenance Academy program for certificated mechanics. The 37-minute video series features expert, type-specific guidance on inspection and maintenance topics for all models of the Beechcraft Bonanza, Debonair, Baron […]
Isaac Lee named Landmark Aviation’s general manager of the year
Landmark Aviation has named its Miami International Airport (MIA) General Manager, Isaac Lee, as the 2014 General Manager of the Year. This is the second consecutive year that Isaac has received this distinction. “Isaac continues to set and achieve extremely high expectations personally and for his team,” Chief Operating Officer Ted Hamilton said. “He consistently […]
Career Fair returns to SUN ‘n FUN
SUN ‘n FUN will host its second annual aviation Career Fair during this year’s fly-in, with help from aviation job website JSfirm.com. The career fair is set for April 22 in the Aerospace Center for Excellence (the former Florida Air Museum) on the SUN ‘n FUN grounds at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (LAL) in Florida. […]
Peerless Electronics now stocks Kissling lightweight relays
Peerless Electronics is now distributing Kissing Electrotec’s environmentally sealed 26 series relays. The 26 series features 300 amp dual-coil system power relays. The dual-coil system develops high contact pressure, resulting in low contact voltage drop and enhanced shock and vibration capabilities, according to company officials. The relays are available with stud or screw type terminals.
The ultimate airshow experience
Being an airshow performer is a dream many a pilot has, but one that very few get to fulfill. Robert Pinksten, a pilot from New England, realized this and that led him to creating Airshow Experiences, a company that allows pilots to get a taste of airshow flying from the cockpit of an Extra 300L. […]
SUN ‘n FUN Seaplane Splash-In cancelled
Due to record rainfall over the last six months, SUN ‘n FUN has cancelled the Seabird Splash-In that has been held annually on Lake Agnes at Fantasy of Flight during the SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo. SUN ‘n FUN officials report the Lake Agnes water level is more than 2 feet above normal, which creates […]