A new sign from Sporty’s alerts drone pilots of restricted areas. Areas in and around airports may not be safe for manned and unmanned aircraft operating together. Until regulations are more definitive, Sporty’s No Drone Zone sign alerts drone pilots that the area is off limits to their drones. “Love them or hate them, drones […]
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New documents added to ASA reader app
New additions to the ASA Reader App include the recent Federal Register release of Registration and Marking Requirements for Small Unmanned Aircraft, and several Guides to Initial Pilot Checkout from the American Bonanza Society’s Beechcraft Pilot Proficiency Program. The new 14 CFR Part 48, Registration and Marking Requirements for Small Unmanned Aircraft, which became effective […]
flyNav new navigation app from Germany
flyNav is a new navigation app for the Apple ecosystem (iPad, iPhone and Watch) from Germany’s Stefanie Greger Software Development. The app includes a vector-based moving map, a database with more than 8,000 airports, U.S., Canada and European airspace, route planning and more. flyNav is available from Apple’s App Store for $29.99.
Airforms awarded PMA approval for 172RG baffle kits
BIG LAKE, ALASKA – Airforms has received an FAA PMA for replacement engine baffles for Cessna 172RGs. The newly approved Cutlass RG baffles expand Airforms’ engine baffle product line to more than 60 aircraft models. The baffles are eligible for installation on serial numbers 172RG0001 through 172RG0817, and also from 172RG0891 through 172RG1191. “The Cutlass RG is still in […]
Raisbeck expands packages
SEATTLE, Wash. — Raisbeck Engineering has expanded its combination and EPIC Completion packages, which now include Raisbeck/Hartzell Swept Blade Propellers. A full EPIC Performance Package for the King Air C90 series, including swept-blade propellers, dual aft body strakes, and FAA-approved AFMs is $107,809‚ a $13‚750 savings. The crown wing lockers and dual aft body strakes for […]
Garmin Pilot enhanced with Lockheed flight plan filing
Garmin is bringing enhanced flight plan filing capabilities to Garmin Pilot, which now incorporates the option to file flight plans directly with Lockheed Martin Flight Services. This results in increased flexibility and instantaneous flight plan delivery when filing flight plans within Garmin Pilot for iOS and Android customers, Garmin officials said. Flight plans may be […]
StandardAero launches PT6A Fastlane maintenance program
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – StandardAero has launched a new, customized accelerated response program to support PT6A turboprop engine operators with hot section inspections, repairs and on-site field services. The new program — PT6A FASTLANE — includes on-wing inspections by a field service representative (FSR), service center support and OEM approved repairs. Company officials note that it can complete […]
Aircraft Spruce releases mobile-optimized website
Aircraft Spruce has released its mobile optimized website. The website has been reformatted with swipe navigation in mind and scaled to fit smart phone screens, company officials report. To access the mobile site, just direct your smart phone browser to the company’s website and you will be automatically redirected to the mobile optimized version. Company officials added they “welcome […]
Video: Avidyne receives STC to activate WiFi and Bluetooth
Avidyne reports it has received FAA STC approval to activate the integrated WiFi and Bluetooth functionality on the IFD440 and IFD540 FMS/GPS/NAV/COM systems. The MK10 Bluetooth keyboard allows pilots to wirelessly control their panel-mounted IFD440 or IFD540 systems.This approval also gives third-party tablet app developers access to both Bluetooth and Wifi data streams using Avidyne’s previously-released […]