Now your smartphone can display real-time wind readings by plugging a new compact meter from Sporty’s into your phone’s headset jack and downloading a free app. The app gives you a clear overview of average, actual and maximum wind speed, as well as a real-time graph. The unit of measurement — m/s, Kmh, mph, Kts, […]
Products
Aircraft Tool Supply re-introduces Pro Tube Beading Kit
Newly reintroduced is the Pro Tube Beading Kit, which carries a lifetime guarantee from Aircraft Tool Supply. For years, Aircraft Tool Supply was the sole supplier of these tools as a surplus product. Eventually supply exhausted, however customers insisted that the company bring them back in stock, according to company officials. In the process of […]
CarpenterDev debuts Wireless AirData System
SEATTLE — CarpenterDev has introduced its Wireless AirData System for the general aviation market, as well as FAA certification of its Aircraft Device Cradle.The Aircraft Device Cradle (pictured above) is approved for all models of Cessna 172, Cessna 182, Piper PA-28 and Piper PA-32 airplanes. The FAA Seattle Manufacturing Inspection District Office (MIDO) has issued […]
Online Pilot Training launches
Powerful Learning has released Online Pilot Training (OPT), a new online product for GA pilots. Powerful Learning has been providing online training products specifically designed to meet the needs of Chinese students for a number of years and has now brought its special brand of online training to the U.S. market. OPT, designed to be […]
FltPlan offers current fuel prices for 3,300 FBOs
FltPlan is now offering up-to-date fuel price information for more than 3,300 FBOs on its website and mobile apps. The fuel price listing is designed to offer pilots a single source to look up fuel prices without having to call the FBO or leave the website or app, according to company officials. FltPlan has hired […]
Wolcott & Associates unveils winter webinar schedule
FORT LAUDERDALE — Wolcott & Associates, P.A. has unveiled its winter webinar schedule featuring topics that address financial and tax issues relative to aircraft owners, operators, financial and legal professionals. The company’s webinars are presented by aviation industry professionals Jed Wolcott and Sue Folkringa. Wolcott is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed pilot and president of […]
Flightsafety adds to extended advantage program
LA GUARDIA AIRPORT, NEW YORK — FlightSafety has added ForeFlight and Aeronautical Data Systems to its Extended Advantage program. “The Extended Advantage program provides FlightSafety customers with preferred access, discounts, and other benefits for many of the products and services that are necessary to operate a safe, efficient and high-quality flight operation and to assist […]
Aerospace Products International acquires Avionics International Supply
Aerospace Products International has acquired the assets of Avionics International Supply. Headquartered in Denton, Texas, AIS is a wholesale distribution and repair services company, serving customers worldwide. In business since 1984, AIS’s main focus is the procurement and sales of new and used parts and supplies, avionics, electronics, tooling and test equipment, along with other […]
Roll Cage welding and rigging gloves introduced
Just introduced is Roll Cage Welding and Rigging Gloves from Lincoln Electric. The gloves are designed not only for welding and rigging, but also for cutting and grinding, according to company officials. The gloves are constructed with fire-resistant cowhide and sewn with Kevlar thread, then enhanced with segmented, high-temperature-resistant silicon pads for knuckle protection. The […]