Advent Aircraft Systems has added the Pilatus PC-12 to its growing list of aircraft STC’d for its eABS anti-skid braking system after the FAA granted certification on April 28, 2017. The STC applies to all models of PC-12, provided the aircraft is equipped with a WAAS-enabled GPS, such as the Honeywell Apex, Garmin or IS&S […]
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When the Navy Took to the Air published
Just published is “When the Navy Took to the Air: The Experimental Seaplane Stations of the Royal Naval Air Service.” The book tells the story of the Royal Navy’s experimental First World War air stations. Now forgotten, these experimental air stations were the equivalent of Farnborough, the US Air Force Test Center at Edwards AFB, and Russia’s […]
Hartzell 5-blade prop approved for Piper M600
Hartzell Propeller‘s new five-blade composite swept tip prop has received FAA approval for installation on the Piper M600 turboprop aircraft. Designed specifically for the Piper M600, the new prop features thin, maximum efficiency airfoils, providing increased performance, according to company officials. “The Hartzell propeller five-bladed prop design not only provides the opportunity for increased performance, it […]
PS Engineering offers ‘Free Flight Trial Program,’ lowers prices
PS Engineering is so confident in the quality of its PMA450A audio panel, the company is making it possible for Garmin GMA340 owners to try the PMA450A before they buy. “It’s as simple as flying to your nearest PS Engineering dealer,” says Mark Scheuer, founder and CEO of PS Engineering. “Swap the GMA340 for our […]
Jeppesen teams with ForeFlight
Jeppesen and ForeFlight have entered into in a long-term alliance to combine their capabilities and worldwide content. “We are thrilled to bring together Jeppesen’s world-class aeronautical data with the unmatched advanced technology of ForeFlight,” said Ken Sain, chief operating officer, Jeppesen. “This will create a new benchmark for delivering navigation, flight information and operational solutions […]
Coast Dogs collection lost to fire
For every mile you travel north, there are 90 miles of shoreline. No one knows who came up with that measurement for the British Columbia coastline, but tracking every inlet, sound, bay and cove makes the number convincing. There are coastal seaplane pilots who do it every day in the daunting fog and drizzle typical […]
Hartzell Trailblazer prop receives STC for Cessna Cardinals
Hartzell Propeller‘s composite Trailblazer prop has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Cessna Cardinals. The approval covers retractable gear normally aspirated and turbonormalized C-177RG Cardinals with IO-360s and IO-390s engines. “Our testing found the Trailblazer two-blade prop to have excellent performance. Its light weight and the composite materials result in very smooth operation,” said […]
Airfoil App introduces text messaging and local groups
Airfoil, a free app for pilots and aviation enthusiasts, introduces Airfoil Chat and Airport Chat. With Airfoil Chat, pilots and Airfoil members can connect with one another with direct one-on-one messaging. Use Airfoil Chat to organize trips, share advice, discuss planes and parts for sale, and much more. With Airport Chat, pilots can open Airfoil while at […]
GlobalParts.aero named LoPresti distributor
GlobalParts.aero has been named an official distributor for LoPresti Aviation’s next generation landing and taxi light systems. LoPresti’s high-intensity discharge (HID) BoomBeam lighting systems produce 500% more light and outperforms both older halogen lights and factory-installed LED lights, according to company officials. The system has Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and Parts Manufacturing Authority (PMA) approval […]