CHUGIAK, Alaska — Airframes Alaska has introduced a new line of shock-absorbent tailsprings: T3 Tailwheel Suspension Systems. The line consists of three bolt-on coil shock setups, the T3 Heavy Duty, T3 LSA, and T3 Super Heavy Duty. These cushioning “tailshocks” replace standard leaf springs, company officials explained. The T3 suspension tailspring was developed by Dan Dufault […]
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Airforms wins approval for PA-28 baffle kits
BIG LAKE, Alaska — Airforms has received FAA PMA approval for the engine baffles on the 1972.5-1975 Piper PA28-180, and on the PA28-235. The PA28-180 replacement baffles are eligible for installation on all Piper Cherokee 180s S/N 28-7205092 through 28-7505259. The Cherokee 235 baffles are eligible for installation on all PA28-235s – S/N 28-10003 through 28-7210033. The new […]
Airman Certification Standards now available
Now available from ASA are the publications outlining the new Airman Certification Standards (ACS) for Private Pilot and Instrument Rating, which replace the Practical Test Standards June 15. These FAA documents incorporate the standards for what an applicant needs to know, consider, and do to pass both the knowledge test and the practical test for a certificate […]
Martha Lunken’s Unusual Attitudes now a book
In the newly released “Unusual Attitudes,” Martha Lunken has selected her favorite magazine columns to share with a wider audience. In the book, Martha takes her readers along as she flies a variety of popular and not-so-popular aircraft. From her tales as an FAA examiner to her experience operating Miss Martha’s Flying School to unforgettable […]
Video: STC granted for reversing option on MT props for Cessnas
Bloomer, Wis. — Flight Resource, a distributer of MT Composite propellers, has acquired an STC for a reversing option for the MT Composite two or three blade propeller for Cessna aircraft. The system utilizes a two stage hydraulic governor and a dual piston propeller hub to allow a piston engine aircraft to have a full function reversing option similar […]
Lithium-ion battery certified on Twin Otter
WICHITA — True Blue Power and Avmax have received a Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Part 23 Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the True Blue Power TB44 (46 amp hour) lithium-ion aircraft battery on Viking Air DHC-6 aircraft, commonly known as the Twin Otter. The two companies have applied for FAA approval of the […]
ADS-B STC completed for 460+ aircraft
FreeFlight Systems reports that Nebraska-based Trego-Dugan Aviation has received AML STC approval for installation of a FreeFlight 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor and Garmin GTX330ES Mode S transponder in more than 460 aircraft. FreeFlight’s 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor pairs with ADS-B capable transponders like the GTX330ES to provide compliance with the FAA’s 2020 ADS-B mandate. A follow-on AML STC […]
Airforms awarded PMA for C210 baffle kits
BIG LAKE, Alaska — Airforms has been awarded FAA PMA approvals for its replacement engine baffles for 1970-1973 Cessna 210s (normally aspirated). The baffles are eligible for installation on serial numbers 21059200 through 21060089, and are in-stock and ready to ship, according to company officials.Baffles are available with either a bare metal or durable powder coat finish, incorporate design […]
GrypMat now at Aircraft Spruce
Aircraft Spruce now carries the GrypMat non-slip anti-static tool mat. The GrypMat is a rubberized, flexible, non-marring, non-slip, anti-static material designed to give mechanics a safe and secure place to store tools. Using GrypMat reduces Foreign Object Damage (FOD), lowers maintenance times, prevents scratches and damage, and works on flat and curved surfaces, according to […]