Frequent General Aviation News contributor Bill Walker’s latest book, “Dearest Mama, The Lost Letters of a Fallen Soldier and the Stories of Those He Left Behind,” has been published by the University of South Carolina Press.
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ASA releases new editions of FAA handbooks for glider and balloon pilots
Both books have been updated to meet modern practices for safe glider and balloon flight and training operations, according to ASA officials.
Hartzell debuts Carbon Voyager propellers
The new propellers have earned an STC for the Cessna Skywagon fleet.
Alpha Wingman launches workforce management platform and app
Once AOG technicians download the new app, they are linked to a dispatch center via a moving map displaying technician status (working, available, off-duty, etc.), explained officials with the company, which offers aircraft owners a variety of services, such as AOG, scheduled aircraft maintenance, parts, FBO services, and more.
Garmin autopilots approved for Barons, Cessna 180s
The Beechcraft Baron A55 is approved for the GFC 600, while the GFC 500 has received certification for Robertson STOL-equipped Cessna 180s and Cessna 185s, adding on to the already certified Cessna 180 and 185.
New company offers aviation posters
The collection is focused on aviation, including a variety of posters with aircraft, ranging from the Cessna 172 to the Beaver, as well as posters devoted to aircraft engines.
New book celebrates the American fighter pilot
The book features some of the most iconic and influential fighter pilots, aviation luminaries from World War I to modern-day conflicts, as well as U.S. Air Force pararescue jumpers since the Vietnam War era.
Robinson Helicopter adds new training courses for 2025
In addition to the current safety courses and Instructor Pilot (IP) standardization courses, there will be an R66 Transition course, Avionics and Autopilot Familiarization course, and Post-Maintenance Procedure course, according to company officials.
Audio Authority now shipping White Lightning SmartGPU
The SmartGPU was designed for the needs of a wide range of general aviation aircraft, from piston-powered to mid-size business jets.