Schiffer Publishing has released “Training the Right Stuff: The Aircraft that Produced America’s Jet Pilots” by Mark Frankel and Tommy H. Thomason. The book is a study of the training aircraft used to transition the United States military into the jet age. At the end of World War II, high-performance jets with unfamiliar operating characteristics were replacing […]
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FAA certifies lithium-ion batteries on Cessna 208s
The FAA has issued Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) for True Blue Power’s TB44 (46-amp hour) lithium-ion batteries on Cessna Model 208 and 208B Caravans. According to company officials, operational and performance improvements include: Increased power — three times the energy per kilogram; Extended useful battery life — more than double lead-acid and NiCad alternatives; Rapid recharge […]
Latest edition of ‘Severe Weather Flying’ released
Just released is the fourth edition of Dennis Newton’s “Severe Weather Flying.” The new edition is updated with advice on current weather prediction models and technology, along with instruction on how all pilots can use these to their advantage, according to officials with ASA. Newton offers guidance built on a lifetime of experience and expertise, […]
Jeppesen offers service bundles to GA pilots
Jeppesen recently released a series of three new data bundle services that combine access across general aviation avionics, including Garmin and Avidyne, and popular mobile apps. “Our new data bundle options for general aviation pilots will provide the coverages they need on the number of devices they use, at a price that is more affordable,” said Reggie […]
2017 China Aviation Directory published
Business Data International has released the English-language China Aviation Directory 2017. The 416-page directory provides a listing of all major aviation and aerospace organizations and companies throughout China, including government agencies, societies and associations, airlines, airports, national corporations, aircraft and component manufacturers, engine and component manufacturers, airborne equipment manufacturers, tool and machinery manufacturers, aeronautical research […]
HET offers alternator trade-in credit
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Cessna and Piper aircraft owners will receive a $150 trade-in credit on legacy Chrysler and Ford alternators when they upgrade to a new-generation Plane-Power alternator for their Cessnas or Pipers. “Ford alternators were used exclusively on single-engine Cessnas in the 1970s and early 1980s,” said Mike Disbrow, president of Hartzell Engine Technologies […]
Dynon releases SkyView Software Version 15.0
Dynon’s latest SkyView software update — version 15.0 — is now available for download for all SkyView systems. SkyView Software Version 15 contains a variety of new features to enhance the SkyView flying experience, including: Extended Runways Centerlines; Highway in the Sky (HITS); Airport Signposts in Synthetic Vision; Maintenance Logging; Weight and Balance Calculator. ADS-B traffic and weather from […]
MyGoFlight custom mounting system selector added to Aircraft Spruce
Finding the perfect mount for your particular device can be challenging. Aircraft Spruce and MyGoFlight have teamed up for the MyGoFlight Mounting System. Start by selecting your device, and then your base, to populate images of the cradles and bases that will match your needs. A pricing column is also available on the chart
Aircraft Spruce adds Sandia Aerospace to catalog
Sandia Aerospace‘s transponders, altitude encoders, airdata computers, avionics cooling fans, and MARC70 interface modules are now available via Aircraft Spruce. Aircraft Spruce offers wire harnessing and custom coax assemblies to make shopping for a Sandia Aerospace transponder all one convenient shopping experience for your aircraft needs. For more information, contact Aircraft Spruce at 877-477-7823 or 951-372-9555, and reference Sandia Aerospace.