Based on the original definitive text by William K. Kershner, a new seventh edition of The Instrument Flight Manual has been updated to reflect current regulations, operating procedures, and technology. The Instrument Flight Manual is written for the pilot desiring to add an instrument rating, and for the instrument-rated pilot who needs a refresher, according […]
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Mid-Continent teams with A123 Systems
Mid-Continent Instrument Co. has signed a distribution and supply agreement with A123 Systems, which means Mid-Continent will offer A123’s advanced Nanophosphate lithium-ion battery technology for aviation applications. True Blue Power, which launched in March 2011, initially began by offering two inverters and the TS835 Emergency Power Supply (EPS), the industry’s first FAA TSO-approved EPS to […]
Multi-color flashlight introduced
Pelican Products has introduced the 2370 LED multi-color flashlight. Designed to work in a variety of environments, the 2370 LED features the latest LED technology with four operating modes (high and low white as well as night-vision-friendly red and blue). For easy mode change, the flashlight is engineered with a magnetically-actuated selector switch. The switch’s […]
Master Mechanic Drill-Driver debuts
True Value has introduced the Master Mechanic 18V Drill-Driver, which company officials tout as a “great tool for aviation enthusiasts.” Since the first cordless drill arrived, there have been numerous transformations. What’s evolved are drill-drivers that feature better ergonomics, compact size, lighter weight, more power and lower cost, say company officials, noting these characteristics “fit […]
Fuel-saving throttle control for Cirrus introduced
Tamarack Aerospace has received FAA STC approval and a PMA for its new throttle quadrant upgrade for the Cirrus SR-20 and SR-22. The installation separates the single Cirrus “power lever” into two levers: One for throttle and the other to control propeller pitch. A third lever, for mixture control is included. Flight testing with the […]
Hartzell gets nod for Top Prop for Skylanes
Hartzell Propeller has received an FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for its new 3-blade Top Prop conversion kit for Cessna Skylane R182, FR182, TR182 and T182 (Lycoming O-540-J3C5D or O-540-L3C5D powered) models. These turbocharged and/or retractable Skylanes were last built in 1986 in both the USA and France. The new Top Prop kit improves performance, […]
New app connects pilots to aviation events
Where2 Interactive has launched SocialFlight, a free mobile app that provides pilots with an interactive map of aviation events. SocialFlight’s event database includes nearly 2,000 activities important to pilots such as fly-ins, airshows, pancake breakfasts, conventions, FAA Safety Seminars, and much more, company officials said. SocialFlight users can search for events, add events, chat, upload […]
AeroLEDS in space
The recent cargo mission to the International Space Station, launched by a private company, was enhanced by AeroLEDs illumination, officials with the Boise-based company report. AeroLEDs, a leader in LED lighting technology, provided red and green nav lights for the space capsule, along with strobe lights. Crew members on the ISS reported that the first […]
Sporty’s unveils new iPad briefcase
With the tremendous popularity of the iPad, many pilots are carrying less gear in the cockpit. Stacks of paper charts and heavy manuals have been replaced by a single tablet — and flight bags need to adapt. That’s why Sporty’s has introduced the new Pilot’s iPad Briefcase. A soft padded main compartment is the right […]