Electroair has received the first FAA Supplement Type Certificate (STC) for a pure electronic general aviation piston engine ignition system. The initial STC is for all Lycoming four-cylinder engines installed on Cessna aircraft, with additional aircraft expected to be added over the next several months, company officials said on opening day of AirVenture. Performance and […]
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#OSH11: Aspen unveils Connected Panel
At Oshkosh today, Aspen Avionics unveiled its patent-pending line of Connected Panel products that integrate data from handheld devices with certified avionics installed in an aircraft’s panel. Connected Panel includes hardware, software, and application components that provide two-way wireless communications between panel avionics and personal smart devices to streamline flight-related activities. This technology is enabled […]
#OSH11: New power for Zenith
Kit manufacturer Zenith Aircraft Co. is showing off its popular two-seat aircraft at EAA AirVenture this week with a new line of engines from ULPower under the cowl. The new engine powering Zenith’s factory demonstrator planes are the ULPower line of light aircraft engines from Europe, which are direct drive, air cooled, light weight and […]
#OSH11: Belite introduces digital turn coordinator
Belite Aircraft introduced a digital turn coordinator instrument today at AirVenture. The instrument, offered in a standard 2.25″ round bezel for $199.95, “implements a solid state gyro-based turn rate indicator and bubble inclinometer in one small, extremely lightweight design,” said James Wiebe, president and CEO of Belite Enterprises. In addition, Belite has re-introduced all instruments […]
FlightSafety expands NVG training
FlightSafety International will expand its simulator-based Night Vision Goggle training program through a collaborative agreement with Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU). Night Vision Goggle training is available at FlightSafety’s Learning Center in Tucson, Ariz., using the new FAA Level 7 qualified AS350 Flight Training Device. Other FlightSafety locations will offer NVG training in full flight Level […]
Zulu.2 released
Lightspeed Aviation has release its next-generation headset, Zulu.2. The company’s new Zulu.2 includes several patent-pending innovations, company officials said. The new Zulu.2 offers full-function Bluetooth compatibility for both phone and music devices. In addition, the proprietary LightComfort design of Zulu.2 provides an exceptional fit with plush ear seals and less side pressure, company officials said. […]
Wanted: Pilots to test new sim
Aircrew Training Systems is inviting qualified pilots to participate in a research project to evaluate the company’s GYROLAB GL-4000 simulator for upset recovery training and research. The focus group will fly in the GL-4000 flight simulator installed at the company’s subsidiary, the National Aerospace Training and Research (NASTAR) Center’s test facility. Information on how to […]
Matchbox expands product line
MatchBox Aeronautical Systems has introduced at Oshkosh a new addition to its product line, 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 in most airplanes, according […]
Lesson planning resource for CFIs published
A new ASA book, which is debuting at AirVenture this week, is the follow-up text and companion to “Train Like You Fly,” and the latest title written by Arlynn McMahon, 2009 National Flight Instructor of the Year and recipient of the 2009 NATA Excellence in Pilot Training Award. Lesson Plans to Train Like You Fly […]