Kannad Aviation has obtained TSO approval for the Integra 406 GPS Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT). This certification means the Integra 406 GPS ELT can now be sold, installed and certified on aircraft throughout America. The new Integra 406 GPS ELT offers an internal GPS and a 406MHz integrated antenna. This internal antenna offers a unique […]
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Wright named GM at Landmark Aviation-SDL
Matthew Wright has been named General Manager at Landmark Aviation-SDL this week. He will oversee both FBO and MRO operations at Arizona’s Scottsdale Airport. Wright comes to Landmark from Atlantic Aviation, and is currently a member of the Arizona Business Aviation Association. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of San […]
Robins Olds memoir released
Just released is a paperback version of “Fighter Pilot: The Memoirs of Legendary Ace Robin Olds.” The book, compiled and edited by his daughter, Christina, and an Air Force colleague, Ed Rasimus, distills the reams of material he left when he died in 2007. Robin Olds was a 5-year-old Air Corps brat who knew he […]
Dare to compare
A comparison tool used for researching aircraft has been expanded at Globalair.com. The tool not only lets you compare specific make and model, you also can compare aircraft across a specific platform. You compare side by side an equipment list, for example, of several Hawker 850XPs. You will now be able to compare a specific […]
Enterprise Jet Center joins Paragon Aviation Group
Paragon Aviation Group has added Enterprise Jet Center at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to its FBO network. Built in 2006, Enterprise Jet Center has the newest FBO facility on the field along with a 10,000-square-foot canopy for arrivals and departures, according to company officials. Paragon represents a group of independent FBOs and small chains that […]
Remos to debut new model at Oshkosh
Remos Aircraft will debut its new model GX NXT at EAA AirVenture 2011. The company is already taking orders for the NXT and will continue to sell the GX Aviator II, Remos officials said, noting that since each NXT is customized to include those options that each customer wants, consumers can expect delivery within 90 […]
New Android apps for test prep on the go
ASA has expanded its suite of mobile aviation applications with the release of 11 Android Prepware apps. The new Android Prepware apps include study material for the FAA Knowledge Exams, and test tools to help you prepare on the go, according to company officials. Apps are available for Sport Pilot, Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial […]
A first for FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is the first company to receive a Dassault Authorized Training Provider Certificate. The new Dassault Authorized Training Provider program is designed to ensure that Falcon Jet operators from around the world receive training in accordance with the Falcon Training Policy Manual, according to company officials. “FlightSafety has always demonstrated the highest standards for […]
Steve Bates appointed Emery Air CEO
Steve Bates has been appointed CEO of Emery Air, tasked with leading the existing senior management team to expand Emery’s FBO, maintenance, repair and overhaul business at the Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD). Bates has served nearly 35 years in various senior management capacities with Midcoast/Jet Aviation in St. Louis. Through the years he has held […]