New startup venture AceCFI recently received FAA approval to conduct an online Flight Instructor Refresher Course. The course costs $99.95. However, after completing the course, flight instructors can return year-after-year and retake the course for free. Considering that an average flying career can last anywhere between 20 to 40 years, this course has the potential […]
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Sporty’s E6B updated
Sporty’s E6B app has been updated, with new features and an all-new design. The app includes all the features of the traditional E6B, including 22 aviation functions, 20 conversions, and complete timer features. Version 2.0 of the app adds a quick-access favorites list, a redesigned interface and a new weight and balance calculator. The E6B […]
JSfirm.com integrates LinkedIn profiles with job application process
FORT WORTH, Texas — JSfirm.com is now integrated with LinkedIn. “We have integrated LinkedIn with the job application process allowing job seekers to easily import their profiles. LinkedIn is a recruiting playground and JSfirm.com has taken full advantage of this, ” said Manager Jeff Richards. “JSfirm.com’s new job seeker memberships have increased 126%,” Richards stated. […]
Latest work from Lyons a departure from usual fare
Famed aviation artist Sam Lyons, known best for his paintings of vintage aircraft, has branched out a bit with his latest work: “Reflections from the Road.” It’s his first painting featuring a motorcycle, another mode of transportation that pilots seem to prefer.
Garmin avionics for experimental aircraft now at Sporty’s
Sporty’s Pilot Shop and its on-site avionics shop, Cincinnati Avionics, have partnered to offer the complete line of Garmin panel-mount avionics for experimental aircraft. Individual Garmin components are available from Sporty’s with a basic wiring harness or with custom installation from Cincinnati Avionics at Clermont County/Sporty’s Airport, company officials explain. “Our experience with Garmin avionics […]
Hartzell gains STC for Comanche Top Prop
Hartzell Propeller has been granted a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for a new aluminum alloy, Scimitar-blade prop for the Piper PA-24 Comanche 180. The new prop, designed for Comanches built between 1957 to 1964 powered by the 180 hp Lycoming O-360-A1A engine, features the same blade design that has previously been available for several Mooney and […]
Spirit Avionics hits milestone
Spirit Avionics’ Global Parts Support Division,based in Columbus, Ohio, recently hit a milestone: Achieving $10 million in global aircraft parts sales in less than a year achieving a 60% increase over last year’s sales. “I tell people all of the time that we are the best kept secret in the industry,” said Jared Kolman, Global […]
Sporty’s offers fresh approach to checklists
Now available from Sporty’s are Thru-View Checklists, which allow the checklist to remain in sight during your entire flight. The checklists, available for many models of aircraft, are printed on transparent static-cling vinyl so they can be placed on a window, a clear visor or any smooth surface. “The Thru-View Checklists aren’t intended to replace […]
Landmark Aviation upgrades mobile app
Landmark Aviation recently launched an upgraded version of its mobile application, Connect 2 Landmark. The app is currently available for Android and Apple devices. If customers already have Landmark Connect on their mobile device, the name change will update automatically and they will not need to redownload the app. Similar to the previous version, the upgraded app allows […]