BIG LAKE, ALASKA — Airforms’ growing line of replacement aircraft engine baffles now includes components for all Piper PA-44-180 Seminole twin engine aircraft. Airforms’ engineering department received the new PMA (Part Manufacturing Approval) this week through its continued work with the FAA Anchorage ACO (Aircraft Certification Office). The new Piper baffles add to an existing product line […]
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A report by Aviation International News’s Matt Thurber notes that smartphone apps can help warn pilots about hypoxia, including Masimo’s iSpO2, which has a fingertip sensor that plugs into an Apple iOS or Android device, then reports blood oxygenation, pulse rate and perfusion index. Read the whole post here.
LoPresti upgrades BoomBeam light kit for Citations
LoPresti Aviation has introduced an upgrade on the BoomBeam HID light kit for Citations. The BoomBeam HID lights are approved for the recognition, landing and taxi lights. “LoPresti has been in the BoomBeam lighting business for Citations for many years,” says Curt LoPresti, President of LoPresti Aviation. “Over these years we have constantly improved and updated […]
Kickstarter launched for Turbo the Flying Dog
Turbo the Flying Dog, a picture book for children ages 4 to 8, recently launched a Kickstarter campaign, designed to fund illustrations, a small first run of the book, and associated business costs. Authors Kelly Kennedy and Victoria Zajko describe the book an adventure exploring the themes of aviation, animal rescue, and family. Kickstarter is […]
Helipad introduces new pilot kneeboard
MELBOURNE, Florida — Helipad has introduced a new pilot kneeboard designed by helicopter pilots for helicopter pilots. “Although we specifically designed our kneeboards with the helicopter pilot in mind, any pilot who desires the ability to maintain hardcopy checklists or approach plates and an iPad or iPad Mini within a tightly spaced or open cockpit environment would […]
iPad kneeboards available from Sporty’s
Sporty’s now offers a selection of kneeboards for the use of all iPad models in the cockpit. Sporty’s Bi-fold iPad Kneeboard has a stand with adjustable viewing angles to reduce screen glare. It also includes an organizer section with mesh pockets and a zippered compartment to store charging cables or screen cleaners. An exterior storage pocket and […]
Airforms awarded new FAA PMA approvals for Caravans
BIG LAKE, ALASKA — Airforms continues to grow its line of PMA replacement offerings for the fleet of Caravan family aircraft. Airforms Part Numbers AF2615180-1 (LH Crew Door Panel) and AF2615180-2 (RH Crew Door Panel) are direct replacements for Cessna P/N’s 2615180-1 and -2. The panels are eligible for installation on all C-208 and C-208B aircraft. According to […]
iFlightPlanner launches trade-up program
iFlightPlanner has launched its Competitive Trade-Up Program, a new initiative that allows pilots using any competitive flight planning product to trade-in their existing subscription and have the time remaining on it added to their new iFlightPlanner Premium or Premium Plus membership. “We continue to push the envelope of cloud-based flight planning technology but understand that it […]
Platinum Tools debuts 22-in-1 screwdriver
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. — Platinum Tools has introduced the 22-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit (p/n 19105), which is now shipping with a suggested price of $49.95. “The handle features a non-slip, comfort grip and a shaft design that reaches screws recessed up to 5 inches deep,” explained John Phillips, Platinum Tools product manager. “The 11 double-ended shaft-style bits include multiple […]