Sporty’s had introduced its Flight Gear Headset Case, designed by the flight instructors at Sporty’s. The lightweight compact bag has specially designed pockets for a headset, iPad, transceiver and more. “This bag organizes the maximum amount of gear in a small space,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “It has a place for everything so […]
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CAPS expands cabin safety solutions
VAN NUYS, Calif. — Corporate Air Parts, Inc. and CAPS Flight Crew TRAINING has signed a distributor agreement with Philips Medical products for the sale and service of all HeartStart AEDs and accessories. The agreement also deepens the capabilities within existing training programs including, FAR 135.331 Emergency Crewmember training, Hypoxia Recognition & Recovery (USN ROBD2), […]
Snap-on debuts LED Hybrid Light
Now available is the new Snap-on LED Hybrid Light, which features 16 LEDs. Unlike incandescent bulbs, which burn hot, this portable, battery-powered auxiliary light is cool to the touch, according to company officials. The tubular-shaped light has a high-impact tube lens, a rubber molded comfort grip and a magnetic base. It also features an anodized […]
Abingdon debuts new watch
The Abingdon Co. introduces a Limited Edition Amelia timepiece in jet black with a new dual time movement. The company has changed the movement of the Amelia from the Miyota movement to the Rhonda movement, which is featured in the Elise models. It is a much simpler movement to use and is so intuitive that […]
New website features aviation eBooks
Find-it Fast Books now offers eBooks explaining the intricacies of aviation weather and NOTAMs. Pilots can use the search capabilities of bookmarks and hyperlinks to instantly decode contractions, interpret weather charts, and understand inflight weather hazard reports and forecasts, according to company officials. For more information: Pilotebooks.com
Electroair receives nod for 4-cylinder Continental ignition system; 6-cylinder in the works
At the AOPA Aviation Summit held earlier this month, Electroair revealed several new electronic ignition systems and developments. Electroair has received FAA approval for its four-cylinder Continental Electronic Ignition Systems (i.e. O-200/IO-240). The approval of this ignition system includes many four cylinder Continental applications, including the Cessna 150 and Diamond DA-20, and many others, according […]
Hartzell introduces aircraft cabin heaters
Hartzell Engine Technologies has received FAA TSO approval for its new I-Series of aircraft cabin heaters. Adapted from its military proven S-Series heaters, the I-Series heaters contain a new combustion tube constructed of Inconel, a material proven to provide superior performance over ceramic coated stainless steel in extreme temperature applications, according to company officials. The […]
Gleim releases Flight Review Ground Training Course
Gleim has released its newest online training program, the Flight Review Ground Training Course. Designed specifically for pilots preparing for an upcoming flight review, this course ensures you are thoroughly prepared to meet with your CFI and demonstrate your competence, Gleim officials said. Flight instructors too can use this course as a structured means of […]
Video series explaining future air navigation systems released
Duncan Aviation recently released a series of videos explaining Future Air Navigation Systems (FANS). This four-par series briefs pilots and aircraft owners on the evolution of FANS, how FANS operates, certification and upcoming mandates. This resource is provided by Duncan Aviation in addition to the company’s ebook, Straight Talk About FANS 1/A, which was released […]