ForeFlight Mobile version 9.3 is now available on the App Store. Included in the update is a Graphical Route Advisor, Performance-based Step Climb, flight notifications, and more. The company recently released several videos explaining the upgrades: Plan Faster with Graphical Route Advisor The Route Advisor tool gives a visual preview of all route options on an […]
Products
Student Pilot Guide updated
Now available from Aviation Supplies & Academics is the updated Student Pilot Guide, which explains the procedures for obtaining student pilot, sport pilot, recreational pilot, and private pilot certificates, and serves as a guide for anyone new to flight training. Last updated in 2006, this new edition provides answers to the most frequently asked questions […]
ADS-B for $249
Seattle Avionics has introduced Merlin, a two-channel ADS-B receiver with GPS and AHRS for $249.99. “Simply connect the included battery pack (or power the Merlin with the included USB cable), connect your iPad to its wireless network, fire-up FlyQ EFB and get weather and traffic on your iPad,” company officials note. Features Dual-channel ADS-B In […]
New edition of Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms published
The Dale Crane Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms contains more than 11,000 aviation-specific terms and definitions, and nearly 500 illustrations. The sixth edition includes terms from Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, glossaries from FAA handbooks, advisory circulars and manuals, the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) and Pilot/Controller Glossary, as well as definitions not found […]
No more ‘righty-tighty, lefty-loosey’
Now available from Sporty’s is the new Dipstick Removal Tool. Invented by high school entrepreneurs as part of a class project, the tool’s mission is simple: To free up those seemingly seized oil dipsticks. The tool’s design only allows a counter-clockwise rotation, meaning you won’t further lock the dipstick in place. “We’ve seen here at […]
Embry-Riddle and Sporty’s team to help Young Eagles
The Daytona Beach campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has joined Sporty’s Pilot Shop to help Young Eagles achieve their dreams of flying. Support from Embry-Riddle flight instructors is now part of the Sporty’s online Learn To Fly course available to all Young Eagles. The course is free to all kids who have taken a Young […]
Less expensive, less messy oil changes
Now available is the Tempest Easy Drain oil filter drain tool, a product specifically engineered to help pilots and aviation maintenance technicians rethink the way they change their oil. Now, with the Easy Drain tool, routine maintenance is easier, faster, less messy, and less expensive, according to officials with the Tempest Plus Marketing Group. Manufactured […]
P2 expands AML for Audio Advisory System
P2 Aviation Technology has expanded the approved model list (AML) for its 6601 Audio Advisory System ($2,195). The AML now covers the entire fleet of the Cessna 310, Beechcraft Bonanza, and Mooney M20s. All models of the Navions were also added. “As the popularity of our Audio Advisory System grows, we continue to get requests […]
Stratus ES integrates with Garmin, Avidyne navigators for affordable ADS-B
FARGO, North Dakota — Appareo has added to its Stratus family of cost-effective, easily-installed certified avionics for general aviation. Just like Stratus ESG, the company’s flagship transponder, the new Stratus ES is a certified 1090 Extended Squitter (ES) ADS-B Out transponder designed with the common 1.65” form factor to easily replace existing transponders. While Stratus […]