Duncan Aviation recently released an update to its “Straight Talk About WAAS” ebook, which gives aircraft owners a closer look at the Wide Area Augmentation System for use in the United States for IFR approaches. This upgrade to GPS satellite navigation is a critical step in the FAA’s NextGen plans. Duncan Aviation experts compiled information to […]
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Garmin introduces VIRB aviation bundle
Garmin has introduced an aviation-specific addition to the VIRB Ultra 30 action camera family, offering several new accessories tailored to capturing high definition footage in-flight. VIRB Ultra 30 is a waterproof action camera with the power to shoot Ultra HD footage at 4K/30fps. The VIRB Ultra 30 contains a suite of new features, including voice control, an […]
TRAXXALL introduces Inventory Management Module
TRAXXALL Technologies has launched its new Inventory Management Module (IMM). TRAXXALL’s IMM improves aircraft maintenance work flow by simplifying the creation of purchase orders, accelerating the receipt of new parts and providing transparency of inventory status across multiple locations, according to company officials. Fully integrated with TRAXXALL’s aircraft maintenance tracking system, IMM allows operators to reduce aircraft […]
Just released: ‘White Pearl, Red Sea’
Just released in time for the 75th anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor is “White Pearl, Red Sea: The Attack on Pearl Harbor — Two Sides to Every Battle” by Douglas Westfall and Ryozo Kimihira. Subtitled “The Memoirs of Sgt. Milton Verberg and Lt. Zenji Abe,” the story is told through the words of the two […]
wx24Pilot Version 2.0 released
Version 2.0 of wx24Pilot expands the app to include verifiable weather information from dozens of additional sites within a 150-mile boundary of the direct line of flight and at destinations on single page depictions that can be read in seconds. wx24Pilot provides information from TAFS, METARS, Airmets/Sigmets and TFRs combined with the boundaries individual pilots […]
Latest edition of Aviation Weather Services released
FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 00-45H Aviation Weather Services explains the many U.S. aviation weather products and services available to pilots. This new edition brings the pilot up-to-date on cutting-edge and evolving weather facilities and capabilities for planning a safe and efficient flight, along with descriptions of the traditional weather products available, according to ASA officials. […]
Analog Lift Monitor now FAA approved
Lift Management has introduced the analog Lift Monitor system, which is FAA approved for installation on all GA aircraft as a minor modification with logbook entry. The unit can be calibrated to suit all aircraft and pilot skills to indicate lift available based on the pilot’s comfort level above the critical angle of attack, according to company officials. It sharpens pilot skills […]
Trig Avionics debuts TN72 GPS receiver
Trig Avionics has introduced the TN72 GPS receiver, a certified position source for ADS-B. Glider, light-sport and general aviation pilots can enhance their safety by connecting a TN72 position source to their existing Trig transponder, according to company officials. The TN72 GPS receiver is a fully certified product (FAA TSO-C199) designed for voluntary equipage and use in […]
Aircraft Spruce expands Tanis collection
Aircraft Spruce has expanded the number of Tanis preheaters it carries. Tanis was the first to develop engine-mounted preheat systems for piston engines, offer helicopter preheat, turbine preheat, and the first manufacturer to meet requirements for FAA Supplemental Type Certification, according to Aircraft Spruce officials. Tanis preheat kit contains threaded heat elements located in each cylinder […]