3M has launched a new line-up of masking tapes, including its High Performance Green Masking Tape 401+, created for high performance painting, including two-tone color application on airplanes and other vehicles. Its green crepe-paper backing conforms to irregular surfaces, resists bleed through from most industrial paint systems, improves visibility during the paint masking process, and […]
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Pilot releases debut novel
Mark Donovan, who has contributed to General Aviation News in the past, has released his debut novel, “Nano Surveillance.” “Nano Surveillance” is a technical thriller replete with aeronautical scenes that aviation enthusiasts will fully enjoy, the author promises. The 352-page novel offers a frightening glimpse into the possible future of surveillance using nanotechnology. Where a […]
Jeppesen teams with Pacific Coast Avionics
Jeppesen and Pacific Coast Avionics now offer Jeppesen’s NavData and charting information in bundled service options. Jeppesen data is now available for Garmin, Avidyne, Dynon Avionics and Aspen Avionics units for general aviation pilots, through the new bundled service agreement with Pacific Coast Avionics. A dedicated Pacific Coast Avionics Web portal has been created for […]
Starr Aviation partners with SAFE on accident forgiveness
Starr Aviation, a division of Starr Indemnity & Liability Co., recently partnered with the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) and Redbird Flight Simulations to reward participation in the Pilot Proficiency Project. Available at major aviation events, the project offers a series of FAA WINGS-approved seminars and simulator training scenarios that address common causes […]
iStart debuts
iStart Partners has introduced the iStart system, an electronically controlled aircraft piston engine starting system that automates the delivery of fuel during engine startup. iStart is simple to install by any person with reasonable mechanical skills in just a few hours, according to company officials. The system is comprised of only two components. There are […]
Lockwood appointed distributor for Rotax EMS Integra
Lockwood Aviation Supply has been appointed the U.S. distributor for the Rotax EMS Integra for the new fuel-injected Rotax 912iS. The engine monitoring system, developed by TL Elektronic, features a 7-inch color LCD screen that integrates all primary engine instruments, including engine tachometer, fuel flow, fuel pressure, exhaust gas temperature, cylinder head temperature, oil and […]
Book about X-15 Rocket Plane released
Recently released is “The X-15 Rocket Plane: Flying the First Wings into Space” by Michelle Evans. With the Soviet Union’s launch of the first Sputnik satellite in 1957, the Cold War soared to new heights as Americans feared losing the race into space. The X-15 Rocket Plane tells the story of the hypersonic X-15, the […]
‘Practical Guide to the CFI Checkride’ released
Now available is “Practical Guide to the CFI Checkride,” which helps applicants prepare for their CFI checkride. Written in plain language, this guide clarifies what applicants must know and demonstrate during the oral portion of the FAA Practical Exam, eliminating any surprise about examiner expectations, according to officials with Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA). The […]
Southeast Aero appointed US distributor for Extra
Extra Aircraft has appointed Southeast Aero as the US distributor for its aerobatic aircraft lineup. Manufactured in Germany, Extra is world-renown for the EA300-series performance aerobatic models. Based in St. Augustine, Florida, Southeast Aero was previously Eastern US dealer for Extra. The two companies have worked together since 1992. Southeast Aero is also an authorized […]