WICHITA, Kansas – Textron Aviation has introduced the next generation Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck to its piston product line, including the Cessna Skyhawk 172, Cessna Skylane 182, Cessna Turbo Stationair HD T206, Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and the Beechcraft Baron G58. The new avionics system has received FAA certification in these aircraft, Textron Aviation officials noted. Deliveries are […]
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Sporty’s 2017 Learn to Fly Course now available
Sporty’s 2017 Learn to Fly Course is packed with more than five hours of new HD video and animations to show realistic in-flight maneuvers, plus added benefits offered for the first time, according to Sporty’s officials. Enhanced segments cover topics like engine operating techniques, weather theory, thunderstorm development, max performance takeoff and landings, and the […]
Nano-Grip Sticky Pad holds nearly anything
The Nano-Grip Sticky Pad from Denmark holds virtually any item safe and secure without glue or magnets. Nano-Grip promises to keep your items in place, on almost any surface, and almost any inclination. When the pad gets dirty, rinse with tap water and air dry. The original stickiness is just a rinse away. Nano-Grip will not […]
Aircraft Spruce now carries Flightbox
Now available at Aircraft Spruce are Flightbox receivers, which can be created as a quick build kit. It takes just 20 minutes to assemble the kit, according to Aircraft Spruce officials, who note that all that is needed is a Phillips screwdriver and a pair of pliers. Flightbox comes with free software and is built from off-the-shelf […]
Guardian Avionics introduces USB power upgrade option
TUCSON, Arizona — Guardian Avionics has introduced a USB power upgrade option for aircraft owners who have an old 12v cigarette lighter socket in their current panel. The Guardian Avionics Power 250-101R Dual 2.1 Amp USB Power Supply with a 0.9-inch diameter round faceplate is designed to fit a standard round cigarette lighter socket opening in the instrument […]
Flightlight introduced
ASA has introduced the Flightlight, a 3-in-one LED flashlight that toggles between red, green or white depending on your cockpit needs. With an LED life of 100,000 hours, the included alkaline batteries can keep this flashlight illuminated for up to 17 hours, according to ASA officials. The on/off switch located on the bottom allows for easy […]
New CarbonCub transponders deliver ADS-B compliance
YAKIMA, Washington – CubCrafters has added two new transponders for Carbon Cub buyers who select the company’s Executive GLASS touch instrument panel, which includes Garmin’s G3X Touch flight display system. The new transponders, Garmin’s GTX 335R and GTX 345R, both include an integrated WAAS/GPS position source enabling ADS-B Out functionality. This means all new Carbon Cubs […]
Garmin introduces G1000 NXi
Garmin has introduced the successor to the G1000 integrated flight deck, the G1000 NXi. The G1000 NXi incorporates features such as wireless cockpit connectivity, including wireless aviation database updates using Garmin Flight Stream, enhanced situational awareness with SurfaceWatch, visual approaches, map overlay on the HSI and more, according to company officials. Deliveries are expected to begin […]
Latest edition of Virtual Test Prep images released
The latest edition of ASA’s Virtual Test Prep Series Images adds professionalism, organization, and clarity to classroom instruction. The CD-ROM set of PowerPoint slideshows and animated graphics includes all of the images used in the Virtual Test Prep DVD Ground School Series. The slides are categorized and labeled to make them easy to identify for […]