Cirrus Aircraft has promoted Todd Simmons to Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing. In his new role, Simmons is responsible for managing the Cirrus Aircraft brand globally and for all sales and marketing activities. The new global responsibilities coincide with the recent acquisition of Cirrus by China Aviation Industry General Aircraft (CAIGA), said Brent Wouters, […]
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Jeppesen teams with GRT Avionics
Light sport and experimental avionics supplier GRT Avionics, a Grand Rapids Technologies, Inc. company, and Jeppesen have teamed to provide Jeppesen NavData and obstacle services for GRT Avionics’ electronic flight information system (EFIS) avionics units. Jeppesen data services are now available for the Horizon HX and Sport SX systems. Jeppesen coverage areas for GRT Avionics […]
Matchbox to debut digital voltage monitor at Oshkosh
MatchBox Aeronautical Systems will introduce at Oshkosh its new addition to its product line at this year’s AirVenture, the DVM 828, a self-contained digital voltage monitor that keeps a close eye on the overall health of the aircraft’s battery and charging system. Installation is made simple by using the aircraft’s existing cigarette lighter connector found […]
Landmark Aviation opens LAX customs facility
Landmark Aviation–LAX opened its Customs and Border Patrol facility Friday, July 8, allowing international customers to be processed on site. The 1,400-square-foot, $775,000 facility was designed by Tammy Edmonds Designs out of Los Angeles, in conjunction with CSA Constructors, Landmark Aviation and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office. The CBP space consists of a […]
The Flightline launches second season
The Flightline, an aviation show, launches its second season in high def. The television program is partnering with FOX Sports network, which is expected to expand its reach. Right now the show is only available to viewers in Minnesota, Wisconsin and that region. The show is hosted by Mark DeJoy, of Eden Prairie, Minn., and […]
AvConnect processing G1000 flight data logs
AvConnect can now automatically upload, analyze and populate flight data from the G1000 directly into its customers’ accounts. “We now capture engine performance data in addition to every move an aircraft makes in the air,” stated Erik Murrey, CEO of AvFusion, Inc. “Let’s say an owner takes his plane up for a routine flight and […]
Sierra Industries completes 4th hangar at UVA
Sierra Industries‘ hangar #4 was completed in early June at Garner Field Airport in Uvalde, Texas, and is already at work, housing multiple aircraft undergoing maintenance and modifications. Since ground breaking at the end of January, the addition has been erected in record time, company officials said. The new hangar is both wider and taller […]
Flying Musicians to jam at Oshkosh
The Flying Musicians Association’s first “FMA AirVenture MusicJams” will take place during this year’s Oshkosh, 7-10 p.m. nightly. Each night will open with a scheduled performer, who will be followed by special guests, an Open Mic segment, and an Open Jam. If you have room for your guitar, sax, flute, or other musical instrument in […]
Wings Over Houston takes off Oct. 15-16
The 27th Annual Wings Over Houston Airshow takes flight Saturday, Oct. 15, and Sunday, Oct. 16, at Ellington Airport (EFD), featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. Making its first appearance at the Wings Over Houston Airshow will be the Air Force’s newest fighter aircraft, F-22 Raptor, and the Red Bull Motorsport Teams of Kirby Chambliss, in […]