GoPro has added the new Hero camera to its line of cameras. Available now, HERO is a $199, go-anywhere, capture-anything camera that makes it easy to share experiences that would be difficult to capture with a phone, according to company officials. HERO features a 2″ touch display, is waterproof to 30′ and is durable, making […]
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Sporty’s launches all-access membership
Sporty’s customers who want continuous access to Sporty’s training content and extra benefits can now sign up to be part of Sporty’s Flight Crew, a customer benefit program with three levels: Basic, Gold, and Platinum. For $49.99 a year, Basic Flight Crew members receive unlimited free two-day shipping, a premier subscription to Sporty’s Takeoff app, […]
Aspen Avionics unveils Evolution E5 Dual Electronic Flight Instrument
Aspen Avionics has introduced the Evolution E5 Dual Electronic Flight Instrument (EFI). The STD’d, non-TSO Evolution E5 consolidates attitude indicator plus DG/CDI into a single display with a rechargeable backup battery. It also includes Global Positioning System Steering (GPSS), air data computer, and attitude heading reference system (ADAHRS) for $4,995. With redesigned electronics and new […]
Wipline floats certified for XCub
CubCrafters has received FAA certification for the installation of Wipline 2100 floats on the company’s XCub. Both amphibious and seaplane versions of the floats, built by Wipaire, have been approved and are now part of the XCub’s Type Certificate. CubCrafters already has considerable experience with the Wipline 2100 floats, but the XCub floatplane is big […]
Mid-Continent unveils easy-to-install magnetometer
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics has introduced the MD32 Magnetometer designed specifically for the company’s MD302 Standby Attitude Module (SAM). The MD32 Magnetometer delivers independent heading reference without orientation limitations or the need for special installation hardware, according to company officials. Its compact design, mounting flexibility and cockpit calibration ensure easy, economical installation, officials add. “The […]
Trig Avionics rolls out Express Lane for ADS-B
Trig Avionics is rolling out a new Express Lane service for aircraft owners, which provides one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to become ADS-B Out compliant, by using a TT31 transponder, according to company officials. With the right avionics, Trig Express Lane dealers can install a 2020 solution in as little as five to […]
STC granted for wheel and brake installation on PC-7
Momentum Aeronautics recently completed a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) project for Parker Hannifin Corp. Aircraft Wheel and Brake Division that approves the installation of Parker wheels and brakes on Pilatus PC-7 aircraft. Momentum’s project completion included all necessary engineering, airworthiness, testing, and FAA coordination services necessary to obtain the STC for installation of the approved […]
Pilot Assist Pro launches
Pilot Assist Pro for the Apple iPhone and iPad has been released. Designed by pilots for pilots, Pilot Assist Pro declutters the cockpit and allows unified access to important flight resources – checklists, scratchpads, manuals, weather, flights logs, NOTAMs and more — direct from an Apple device, according to developers. “I initially dreamed up Pilot […]
WINGsReality EDU launches CFI Ground School 365
WINGsReality EDU has released an online, self-paced Certified Flight Instructor Ground School. Students seeking flight instructor certification can complete their ground training online from anywhere in the world, and on their own schedules. The interactive course offers distance students an opportunity to view full-length video presentations of a live classroom semester with a WINGsReality EDU […]