ASA’s Student Flight Record for Instrument and Commercial pilots has been updated to comply with the new Commercial Practical Test Standards for Single and Multi-engine Land and Sea (FAA-S-8081-12C), as well as recent changes to the Instrument Practical Test Standards for Airplane, Helicopter and Powered Lift (FAA-S-8081-4E, With Changes 1, 2, and 3). The four-panel […]
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Wag-Aero receives FAA nod for Taylorcraft replacement parts
Aero Fabricators, the manufacturing division of The Wag-Aero Group, has recieved FAA approval to manufacture a Taylorcraft Wheel Fender and Taylorcraft Aileron Ball Stud. The fender fits 6.00 x 6-6 ply tires and other classic models and are available for $209.50 each. The Aileron Ball Stud is available for $24.95 each. These new products add […]
Blackhawk unveils Cessna 208 Caravan XP42A upgrade package
Blackhawk Modifications is in the final stages of completing its flight testing to earn a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Cessna 208 Caravans to install the XP42A Upgrade Package. According to Blackhawk President and CEO Jim Allmon, two Caravan customers already have completed contracts for the new upgrade package. Beginning at the National Business Aviation […]
EnChroma unveils sunglasses for the color blind
EnChroma, an optical technology company that focuses on products for people who are “color vision deficient,” has introduced its first line of sunglasses for the enhancement of color vision. More than 10 million Americans live with red/green color vision deficiency (CVD), commonly known as “red/green color blindness,” according to company officials. EnChroma’s sunglasses, marketed under […]
3M Laminating Bulker introduced
3M introduces 3M Laminating Bulker for fiberglass construction applications. 3M Laminating Bulker is a non-woven polyester mat with uniform holes designed for resin flow. Available in thicknesses of 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5mm as well as one- or two-meter wide rolls, the material lends itself to a broad range of applications, according to company […]
Sporty’s says have a bit of fun in the cockpit
New from Sporty’s are humorous placards that will amuse your passengers. Designed to look just like their real counterparts, these signs will keep nervous flyers relaxed. Placards include a Panic Button; one that reads No Smoking: If you must smoke, please step outside; and one that reads Intentional Straight and Level Flight Prohibited. Another placard […]
Stearman wing becomes conference table
The Stearman is a classic of modern aviation, which inspired MotoArt to create a series of Stearman Wing Conference Tables. Each is custom sized in length up to 24 feet. Clients can determine final colors of the wooden spruce spars and base support legs. Finishing touches include tempered glass that is custom cut to maintain […]
Evolution integration kit for Avidyne DFC90 autopilot approved for C-182s
Aspen Avionics has received FAA STC approval for installation of the Avidyne DFC90 Digital Autopilot into Cessna 182s when interfaced with Aspen’s Evolution 1000 Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD). The approval includes 16 models of the Cessna 182 Skylane series, all of which are included on Aspen’s Approved Model List. The Evolution Integration Kit for […]
Hartzell and Lamar exchange product lines
Hartzell Engine Technologies and Lamar Technologies recently inked a deal to to exchange certain product lines — Hartzell sold to Lamar its electronics business unit, consisting of voltage regulators, overvoltage sensors, Master Control Unit (MCU) and battery analyzer products, while Lamar sold its starter and alternator product lines to Hartzell. The transaction helps both businesses […]