Newly published is “Prairie Sky,” a new book that explores “the reality as well as the metaphor of flight: Notions of ceaseless time and boundless space, personal interior and exterior vision, social history, meteorology, and geology,” according to the publisher. W. Scott Olsen takes readers along as he chases a new way of looking at […]
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Hydroswing back in business
DEL MAR, Calif. — Hydroswing, which produces single panel hydraulic door systems, is back. After listening to the needs of the market, and making changes in production and pricing, Hydroswing North America is again open for business, according to company officials. Hydroswing is now being manufactured in ISO 9001 approved global manufacturing plants worldwide, allowing […]
Garmin updates GLO
Garmin reports that GLO and GLO for Aviation now both offer additional capabilities with the most recent software update. Originally, GLO could provide GPS data to just one device, such as an iPad, iPhone, or Android tablet via Bluetooth. With the latest software update, GLO can now Bluetooth to four devices, simultaneously. Pilots and passengers […]
New Strut Camera Mount now at Aircraft Spruce
Now available from Aircraft Spruce is the Strut Camera Mount, which has been specifically designed to mount industry standard action cameras to the wingstrut on Cessna aircraft, including the 150, 152, 170, 172, 180, 182, and 210. Experimental aircraft utilizing Cessna wingstruts can also use this Strut Camera Mount, according Aircraft Spruce officials. In addition […]
AppStrap introduces gel-case kneeboard for the iPad Air
Just introduced is the AppStrap for the iPad Air (5th Generation), which uses a protective, form-fitting gel case that attaches with a Velcro link to a heavy-duty, adjustable leg strap and buckle. AppStrap’s Velcro-mating feature allows a user to instantly switch with one hand from portrait to landscape, share, or stow for takeoff or landing. […]
FltPlan debuts free checklist program
FltPlan has introduced a free checklist program integrated with a pilot’s flight planning account. The program makes completing the checklist easier, ensuring that no step is accidentally missed, according to company officials. It also enables pilots to quickly transfer a checklist to other tail numbers, share it with other pilots, and print the checklist with […]
World War II conspiracies come to life in new novel
TACOMA, Wash. – The popularity of conspiracy theories is frequently rooted in the belief that governments are not transparent in their actions. This belief was the basis for author Albert Bartlett’s new World War II thriller, “MacCaulley’s Monster.” “MacCaulley’s Monster” is the fictional tale of a mysterious unidentified aircraft shot down near the English Channel […]
Miller debuts new portable welders
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has introduced the Dynasty 280 and Maxstar 280 TIG welders, which provide the ability to weld metal up to 3/8-inch thick — yet are lighter, more portable and use less energy than machines of similar output capabilities, according to company officials. Weighing in at 52 and 47 pounds, the Dynasty 280 […]
Sporty’s free webinars scheduled for 2014
Sporty’s has unveiled the schedule for its webinar series for next year based on pilot-feedback of the most popular topics. Sporty’s webinars are live, multimedia presentations delivered online that are informative and interactive. Attendees hear from experts and can even ask questions. Webinars are a great way to learn about products, services and other subjects […]