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Sporty’s Introduces Compact Pilot Gel Seat Cushion

By General Aviation News Staff · October 3, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Sporty’s has introduced the new Compact Pilot Gel Seat Cushion, designed specifically for aviators. Featuring a foldable honeycomb gel matrix, the cushion fits into flight bags while providing comfort during long flights.

New App Lets Pilots Practice Instrument Scans Anywhere

By General Aviation News Staff · October 2, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Built by an instrument student grounded by booked airplanes and bad weather, ChairFly lets pilots sharpen their cross-check between flights

New Prop STC’d for Air Tractors

By General Aviation News Staff · October 1, 2026 · Leave a Comment

MT-Propeller has received an EASA STC approval for its 4-blade AVIA propeller on multiple Air Tractor AT models. FAA STC approval is in progress.

New Tanis Preheating System Approved For TBM Turboprops

By General Aviation News Staff · September 30, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Tanis Aircraft Products has secured an STC and PMA for its preheating system for Daher TBM 700-series turboprops, from the original TBM 700 through the recently certificated TBM 980.

New Glasses Feature More Lens, Same Fit Under a Headset

By General Aviation News Staff · September 29, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Flying Eyes Optics has introduced the Kingfisher Sport, a new sunglass model featuring an 8-base wrap and larger lenses for maximum visual coverage. Designed with patented, ultra-thin temples, the glasses fit under aviation headsets and helmets without causing pressure, pain, or noise leaks, according to company officials.

FAA Approves MT-Propeller STC for Maule MX-7s

By General Aviation News Staff · September 25, 2026 · Leave a Comment

MT-Propeller has received an FAA STC for its two-blade propeller installations on several Maule MX-7 aircraft models. According to company officials, the natural composite blades offer several advantages, including a 22-pound weight reduction, nickel leading edges, and vibration-free operations without any life limitations.

Aero Tech Aviation Design Introduces New Cessna 172 Spinner Assembly

By General Aviation News Staff · September 24, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Aero Tech Aviation Design has introduced a new FAA PMA-approved composite spinner assembly for Cessna 172 aircraft. Designed to eliminate the cracking issues common in traditional aluminum OEM bulkheads, these durable, lightweight upgrades reduce maintenance costs and aircraft downtime, according to company officials.

New Pilot Job Search Platform Launches

By General Aviation News Staff · September 23, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Just launched is FlightLadder, a new job search platform built on FAA data to help pilots find jobs at pilots Part 135 operators.

New NiteOcean App Offers Comprehensive Tools For Pilots

By General Aviation News Staff · September 22, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Fly Away Today recently launched NiteOcean, a new app designed to unify essential aviation information, pilot tools, and flight records. Available for iOS and Android, the app helps pilots track weather, manage logbooks, and connect with a growing aviation community.

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