Garmin has unveiled the aera 660, a new aviation portable. The 5-inch capacitive touchscreen boasts a bright, sunlight readable display complete with interactive maps and a built-in GPS/GLONASS receiver that can be viewed in portrait or landscape modes. The aera 660 encompasses many of the features of the aera and GPSMAP aviation portable series, adding new […]
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Jepp offer: Buy 12 months, get 13 NavData subscription
As part of Jeppesen’s new relationship with Avionics Source, pilots who purchase a one-year Jeppesen data subscription through Avionics Source will receive one additional month of NavData navigation information and digital charting services at no additional charge. “We are ecstatic to partner with general aviation’s leading brand, and we look forward to providing Jeppesen customers around […]
WINGsReality EDU releases latest edition of FAA’s Risk Management Handbook
WINGsReality EDU has released the 2016 edition of the FAA’s Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2 Change 1). This version contains error corrections, revised graphics, and updated performance standards. The Risk Management Handbook, in eBook PDF, covers some of the most important information pertinent to pilots at every level, according to company officials. The original version of the […]
Garmin Pilot for Android updated
Garmin has updated its Garmin Pilot app for Android, which includes integration with the new GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder, as well as additional trip planning enhancements and more. GTX 345 Integration Regardless of existing avionics configuration, the new GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder pairs with Garmin Pilot for Android to wirelessly display: Subscription-free Flight Information […]
Garmin Pilot for iOS enhanced
Garmin has updated its Garmin Pilot app, which integrates with the new GTX 345 all-in-one ADS-B transponder. The latest iOS version incorporates a new flight profile view, airspace altitude labels, trip planning enhancements, United Kingdom VFR charts for international pilots, support for X-Plane 10, and more, according to Garmin officials. GTX 345 Integration Regardless of existing avionics […]
Aviation art from Sporty’s
Now available from Sporty’s are images of classic aircraft and vintage warbirds taken by renowned aviation photographer Tyson Rininger, printed in the United States on 24-gauge steel. “What’s unique about these signs is that they can be used inside or out,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “Wherever they are placed, these signs will provide […]
BeadBuster now available at Aircraft Spruce
Now available at Aircraft Spruce is the BeadBuster, which was created to assist in changing tires. The compact BeadBuster clamps onto the rim and breaks the bead with “jaws of life” action. This will make it easier to get back out flying.
Leading Edge Aviation adds inflight oxygen training to program
BEND, Ore. — Leading Edge Aviation has added Introduction to Inflight Oxygen training to its airplane training program. Open to single and multi-engine commercial students, the program gives experience flying above FAR oxygen limited altitudes, training up to 16,000 feet. “Many pilots choose to fly at higher altitudes in order to take advantage of lower fuel flows, and […]
Find what you’re looking for with Aircraft Spruce Product Wizards
AircraftSpruce.com offers Product Wizards to help you find the items you are looking for. For example, selecting the category “transponders” will then prompt a series of questions pertaining to the style, price, and preferred manufacturer you are looking for. Product Wizards are available for audio panels, PLBs, kits and plans, handheld radios, headsets, and more.