Sporty’s has redesigned its Fuel Tester. The tester fits all popular quick-drain and recessed valves and includes a removable, full-length metal rod. Unlike plastic pins found in other fuel testers, this metal rod will never need replacement, Sporty’s officials say. In addition, octane color codes are molded onto the transparent cylinder, while a reversible screwdriver is […]
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BendixKing unveils seven-year warranty
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – BendixKing has unveiled the BendixKing Confidence Plan, a new program that extends the warranty period for new products up to seven years. The new plan also allows customers to choose coverage for products whose previous warranty has already expired. “BendixKing’s new Confidence Plan gives operators years of worry-free serviceability on new and […]
Warbirds in Review at Oshkosh now on DVD
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The personal stories of aviation legends and owners of iconic warbird aircraft, recorded at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017 as part of the Warbirds in Review program, are now available as a DVD collection from the EAA Warbirds of America. The collection of 12 Warbirds in Review presentations is available […]
wx24 Pilot App adds prognosis and significant weather charts
The wx24 Pilot aviation weather app has added prognosis and significant weather charts, which help fill in the details and provide context to Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAFs), according to developers. They also help complete the picture of enroute weather, including IFR and MVFR conditions, turbulence, and icing, which helps pilots make their go or no go […]
Updated flight school scheduling aims to help retain student pilots
Flight Schedule Pro V4 has been introduced, with an emphasis on solving the problem of retaining students for flight schools. “High turnover is a significant burden for flight schools. It’s difficult for schools to schedule instructors and staff, manage resources and cash flow, and to provide a stable and consistent experience with students coming and […]
All-in-one portable ADS-B and SiriusXM receiver now available from Garmin
Now available from Garmin is the all-in-one GDL 52 portable aviation receiver. According to Garmin officials, the GDL 52 is the first portable receiver capable of receiving Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) weather and dual-link, as well as SiriusXM Aviation weather and audio for display and control on select portables and mobile devices. It includes a […]
PWI signs Rose Aircraft as Authorized Installation Center
WICHITA — PWI has signed Rose Aircraft Services as an authorized installation center for the company’s LED reading lights for airplanes. Operating out of Mena, Arkansas, Rose Aircraft has decades of experience in aircraft maintenance, as well as interior and exterior refurbishment and completion, according to company officials who note it repaints more than 150 aircraft a […]
VFR Training Goggles keep student pilots looking outside the airplane
Now available are Sporty’s VFR Training Goggles, which were designed by a Sporty’s Academy flight instructor to get the student’s eyes off the gauges and outside the airplane. While wearing VFR Training Goggles, the view of the panel is blocked, forcing the student to look outside the airplane. “There comes a point in flight training when students […]
Real Flight 8 sim now has virtual reality capabilities
Now available is Real Flight 8, a flight simulator with virtual reality capabilities. See a demo video below: According to officials with Hobbico, Real Flight 8 ($99.99) with an InterLink-X Controller ($179.99) features: More than 140 aircraft; More than 40 flying sites; A simple, intuitive interface with “zero learning curve, zero hassle,” according to company […]