Now shipping are ASA’s 2014 Test Prep books for pilots and Fast-Track Test Guides for mechanics. New to the 2014 line of Test Preps and Fast-Track Test Guides is the addition of free online testing and authorization. Inside each book is a code that will grant you access to Prepware Online, allowing you to take […]
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Raisbeck and Blackhawk Modifications team to promote joint XPR Package
Raisbeck Engineering and Blackhawk Modifications Inc recently formed a joint marketing relationship that will initially focus on the Beechcraft King Air 200 family. The package is referred to as the Blackhawk EPIC XPR Series. The program tag line is “Performance from the Power of Two.” The EPIC XPR package consists of the Blackhawk XP Engine […]
Show off your treasures on new biplane shelf
Now available is the new Biplane Shelf from Sporty’s Wright Bros. Collection. This shelf not only adds an aviation touch to your home, but displays books and other collectibles on a wall or desk, according to company officials. The Biplane Shelf is sculptured of resin and painted in detail. Th front silhouette of a biplane, […]
Dual and WSI take flight with integrated weather and flight planning solution
HEATHROW, Fla. – Dual Electronics’ XGPS170 GPS + ADS-B Receiver is now compatible with the WSI Pilotbrief Optima for iPad. The in-flight weather received through the XGPS170 integrates with the WSI Pilotbrief app, giving pilots real-time weather coverage from pre-flight to final approach, according to company officials. “There’s no argument that weather is critical in […]
Shadin Avionics receives multiple certifications for analog data converter
Shadin Avionics has received TSO approval on the initial applications of its AIS-380 data converter. The AIS-380 is a digital to analog data conversion platform. Shadin Avionics’ new AIS Fuel Flow system received a TSO certification on the AIS-380 platform, while at the same time Shadin received an approval to add the PT6T-9 engine to […]
FreeFlight ADS-B transceiver receives TSO
WACO, Texas — FreeFlight Systems, a developer of avionics for NextGen, has received TSO authorization for RANGR FDL-978-XVR ADS‐B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance‐Broadcast) 978MHz transceiver family with optional internal WAAS/GPS. The transceiver provides full ADS-B In and ADS-B Out capability, with a WAAS/GPS in a single box that meets pilots’ needs today, according to company officials. […]
BirdWize enhanced
Xsight Systems has launched a new runway detection enhancement to FODetect that allows airports to track and reduce ground-level bird-related threats. Bird strikes cost the aviation industry hundreds of millions of dollars a year. The FAA receives more than 9,000 reports of bird strike incidents every year. More than 40% of all avian-related incidents occur […]
Jeppesen teams with Rockwell Collins
OSHKOSH – Jeppesen has entered into an agreement with Rockwell Collins to automatically transfer electronic charts via Wi-Fi and cellular networks using Rockwell Collins’ Ascend Aircraft Information Manager (AIM). Rockwell Collins’ AIM ensures that Pro Line Fusion and Pro Line 21-equipped aircraft are always flying with the latest data, company officials said. These aircraft can […]
Sensenich debuts new propeller for Aerovee-powered aircraft
OSHKOSH — Sensenich Propeller has released a new ground adjustable propeller designed specifically for Aerovee-powered aircraft. The propeller utilizes Sensenich’s same internal pressure molded system that has proved successful on many Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA), company officials said. Manufactured from carbon and fiberglass prepreg, the propeller features a metal leading edge for erosion protection. Setting blade […]