Textron Aviation announced at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Convention & Exhibition in Orlando that it is expanding its ProAdvantage customer support suite with the introduction of ProManagement, a program designed to help first-time owners navigate aircraft operations. ProManagement allows first-time aircraft owners to use the company’s expertise regarding all aspects of aircraft ownership […]
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FreeFlight introduces FTX-200 ADS-B system
FreeFlight Systems has introduced the FTX-200 1090ES Transponder with integrated GPS system for business aircraft. The TCAS I-compatible system is a cost-effective alternative to expensive avionics upgrades for NextGen ADS-B Out compliance, according to officials with the Waco, Texas-based company. The FTX-200 is designed for business jet operators who do not require diversity mode but need […]
MyGoFlight to showcase four new products at NBAA
MyGoFlight, maker of iPad and tablet gear for pilots, will be showcasing four new products at the National Business Aviation Association Convention, which kicks off Oct. 21 in Orlando, Florida. “The iPad and tablet computer have become universally adopted by pilots of all types – general aviation, corporate, commercial and military,” said Charles Schneider, CEO […]
AV100 headset impresses this head
Headsets are a lot like underwear…very personal yet very important. Some pilots like style, some look for quiet, and some lead with price, but all pilots look for comfort. And to make it difficult for the manufacturers, no headset fits two heads the same. AKG Aviation, a division of Austria-based audio technology pioneer Harman, debuted […]
Rosen Sunvisor Systems showcases 5-Axis ARC at NBAA14
Rosen Sunvisor Systems (RSS) will showcase its new ARC Sunvisor Assembly, a 5-Axis sunvisor system with flexible mounting configurations for implementation on fixed wing and rotor aircraft. Based on a new generation of Rosen sunvisor designs, the ARC Sunvisor System offers pilots flexible sunvisor deployment, multi-axis sun attenuation, secure stowage, and glare reduction during standard cockpit […]
Coradine launches LogTen Pro X
PORTLAND, Ore. — Coradine has released LogTen Pro X, a pilot logbook available for all Apple devices. LogTen Pro X features a new interface designed to reduce distraction and help pilots focus on their data, according to company officials. It is optimized for iOS8 and iPhone 6 and includes fast flight entry, automatic GPS detection of nearest […]
MyGoFlight to showcase HUD prototype at NBAA
MYGOFLIGHT, maker of iPad and tablet gear for pilots, will showcase a working prototype of a Heads Up Display (HUD) for aviation at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Convention Oct. 21-23 in Orlando. Efforts are underway to have the first production article in early 2015, according to company officials. “The MYGOFLIGHT HUD has been […]
Automated RNP AR NavData Validation Service introduced
Garmin and Jeppesen have introduced the RNP AR NavData Service, a new tool for pilots utilizing Required Navigation Performance – Authorization Required (RNP AR) procedures. The new service automates time-consuming data validation processes that are required for RNP AR flights, according to company officials. An industry first, the RNP AR NavData Service automates the data accuracy checks […]
Avidyne introduces MLB100 Datalink Receiver for ADS-B
Avidyne has introduced the MLB100 Datalink Receiver for ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) IN. The MLB100 is designed to provide ADS-B traffic and Flight Information System-Broadcast (FIS-B) weather information for display on Avidyne’s new IFD540 and IFD440 FMS/GPS/NAV/COMs, as well as EX600, EX500 and EX5000 Multi-Function Displays (MFD). “We are excited to bring the MLB100 to market […]