A new book, “Crop Duster: A Novel of World War II” which fuses fact with fiction to depict the fellowship of pilots, has been released. Written by John D. Beatty, the book is the story of two pilots caught up in war — one in the U.S. and one in Germany. “From the ashes of […]
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Lapizta premieres aviation-inspired watch
New from Lapizta is the Skyros aviation-inspired collection. The new watch features a steel/gunmetal black case. It is water resistant, with its glass reinforced mineral crystal with sapphire coating. Price: $350. Lapizta features eight watch collections, all inspired by an extreme sport or vehicle, including automobiles, motorcycles, airplanes, and boats.
WingX Pro7 introduces CFI Free and SV Free
Hilton Software has unveiled two new initiatives: CFI Free And SV Free CFI Free provides every CFI with a free solution to integrate WingX Pro7 and WingX Rewind into their flight training. Certificated Flight Instructors (CFIs) get the following for free: A WingX Pro7 subscription including WingX Rewind An Advanced IFR subscription with Approach Chart Geo-Referencing […]
Belite introduces liquid level computer display
Belite has introduced the Liquid Level Computer Display (L2CD), which simultaneously shows liquid (fuel) level in gallons and also in pounds. It also shows calculated liquid (fuel) flow rate without requiring a fuel flow sensor. The L2CD is designed to be a companion unit to Belite’s Liquid Level (Fuel) Probe, extracting and displaying more information (real […]
Now available: ‘A Comprehensive Guide to Composites’
Now available is “A Comprehensive Guide to Composites: Processes & Procedures from the Professionals,” an insider’s viewpoint on the tips and techniques used by the pros to fabricate advanced composite parts. Author Kevin Fochtman’s more than 30 years of industry experience provides insight on safety, shop and equipment needs, engineering materials, lay-up, fabrication and quality control. […]
MT-Propeller gets FAA nod for Duchess prop
MT-Propeller has received an FAA STC for the next generation 3-blade scimitar composite propeller on the Beech Duchess 76 powered by Lycoming engines and other TC/STC approved piston engines. The installation is already certified by the EASA. According to company officials, the propeller installation: Provides best vibration damping characteristics for almost vibration free propeller operations; has bonded on […]
New watches free you from batteries
Two new watches from Sporty’s Wright Brothers collection free you from batteries. The Citizen Eco-Drive Field Chronograph and the Citizen Eco-Drive Avion never need a battery. Citizen Eco-Drive technology harnesses the power of light, and converts it into energy, which is stored in a rechargeable lithium-ion cell. The batteries recharge continuously in any kind of light. […]
Garmin unveils new datalink weather receiver
Garmin has unveiled its new GDL 69 and GDL 69A SXM datalink receivers, which offer access to new weather service packages with lower activation fees from SiriusXM and its latest G4 satellite network. The GDL 69A SXM receiver provides both pilots and passengers with SiriusXM Satellite Radio audio in addition to new weather service packages, Garmin officials said. The […]
Turbo the Flying Dog now available
A new children’s book, “Turbo the Flying Dog,” is now available. The book tells the story of Turbo, a lonely shelter mutt. The day Turbo discovers he will finally have a new home and a family he learns he must first get there by plane. Turbo has never seen a plane before, let alone flown […]