Now available from Garmin is the Flight Stream 110/210 Bluetooth wireless gateway. Flight Stream enables connectivity and communication between some Garmin avionics and Garmin Pilot on some iPad/iPhone and Android devices. The Flight Stream 210 is compatible with the GTN 650/750 and GNS 430/530 WAAS series navigators, as well as the GDL 88 ADS-B datalink and GDL 69/69A SiriusXM […]
Products
Lightspeed Aviation launches new collection of flight bags
Lightspeed Aviation has launched The Lightspeed Aviation Adventure Flight Bag collection, which includes two bags made of full-grain South American cowhide, and one made of ballistic polyester with full grain cowhide accents. Designed for the pilot, each bag incorporates features like purpose-built pockets for headsets, iPads, portable cameras, transceivers, and water bottles, as well as […]
SwitchBox free app controls aircraft pre-heat
Now available is the SwitchBox app for remotely controlling electrical devices. Specifically designed for pilots, SwitchBox offers a way to remotely turn on/off an aircraft’s pre-heat system and other electrical devices. The new app offers expanded capabilities, according to company officials. It’s available free for use on iOS and Android devices, as well as Web […]
PilotMall debuts leather pilot bags
This holiday season, PilotMall.com is debuting new leather pilot bags and Buffalo Leather duffels, totes and briefcases. New large and medium pilot bags come in black, natural or café tones. Each boasts top-grain leather and all the nooks and crannies needed for pilot gear and accessories, according to company officials. PilotMall’s new line of Buffalo […]
Practical Guide to the Private Pilot Checkride released
New is “The Practical Guide to the Private Pilot Checkride,” which helps private pilot applicants organize and prioritize ground school materials and practical skills in preparation for the checkride. Designed as a study guide, this book clarifies in “plain language” exactly what student pilots must know and demonstrate during the oral portion of the FAA […]
Upcast AvBooks iPad apps cover all business aircraft categories
Upcast, the digital publishing company, has launched its PropBook app, completing the lineup of four interactive iPad catalogues dealing with all categories of business aircraft: Jets, helicopters, turboprops, and piston airplanes. The apps allow users to browse through aircraft photographs, look up verified data, compare specs, cross-sections, and operating costs. A key distinction of the […]
The Cheapskate’s Guide to Getting Your Pilot’s License
With some insider information from a veteran pilot and instructor, aspiring pilots may approach learning to fly in a different way, which is why Arman wrote the book.
Book: Fifty Classic Destinations
To be honest, “Fifty Classic Destinations for Pilots,” reads a bit like a guilty pleasure. I felt like I was reading author Ney Grant’s personal journal. I can’t describe Ney’s book better than he did in his letter to me, “What is so special about it ? It represents what we need more of in […]
Sporty’s posts gift guide
Sporty’s has posted a gift guide on its website to help the friends and family of pilots get the gifts that pilots really want. “Non-pilots are in uncharted territory when it comes to selecting a gift for a pilot on their list,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “We’ve created our gift guide as the […]