QBE the Americas has created a U.S.-based general aviation underwriting operation. Headquartered in Atlanta, QBE the Americas’ Aviation Team is designed to expand the company’s global aviation activities. QBE is already an aviation insurance writer in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. “The U.S. is the largest market for general aviation in the […]
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iPad Kneeboard now at Aircraft Spruce
Aircraft Spruce now carries the iPad Kneeboard Pro from MyGoFlight.com. Available in silver or black, the kneeboard is designed to accommodate all preferences for how you like to use it: Right and left hand, attached to the right or left leg, as a traditional kneeboard, or as a lap desk. You can easily slide the […]
Latest tax changes in 2011 State Tax Guide for General Aviation
Conklin & de Decker has released its new 2011 State Tax Guide for General Aviation. Packed full of critical tax information, the guide is a reference tool for aircraft operators, accountants, dealers, brokers, aviation law professionals, and others who deal with state taxes. The State Tax Guide contains the latest taxes and fees imposed on […]
Paragon Aviation Group expands FBO network
Paragon Aviation Group has added four new FBO members to its network: Maguire Aviation (VNY); Aero Air (HIO); Galvin Flying Service (BFI); and First Aviation Services (TEB). Paragon represents a group of independent FBOs and small chains that have the same operational principles, leveraging buying power and sharing customer information through flight tracking software provided […]
Tempest offers 5-year TBO warranty
Tempest now offers a 5-year TBO warranty on its PowerFlite line of heavy duty starter motors. The Tempest PowerFlite series of aviation engine starters represents a new state-of-the-art energy efficient design providing reduced current draw and long life, according to company officials. The PowerFlite starter mounts directly to existing TCM engines and is available in […]
Dallas Airmotive offers Super Bowl support; hosts parties for pilots
BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) will help its company, Dallas Airmotive, support aircraft operators during Super Bowl week with field service technical personnel and mobile response vehicles at key area airports. Dallas Airmotive is OEM-authorized on more than 80% of the turbine engines in operation today on business aircraft. “There are more […]
FlightMonkeys takes off
GAN blogger Jamie Beckett has launched FlightMonkeys, an online multi-media publication, with a focus on providing exceptional entertainment and information to an ever expanding aviation-centric audience. The FlightMonkeys crew is comprised of dedicated aviation enthusiasts, professional flight instructors, and proud techno-geeks who have joined forces to develop and deliver a highly specific, laser guided primer […]
AEA slates ADS-B forum
The Aircraft Electronics Association will hold an ADS-B Regulatory Technology Forum Feb. 8-9 at its headquarters in Lees Summit, Mo. Supported by the FAA, the forum is intended to address initial design and certification limitations of airborne systems as well as installation nuances of stand-alone equipment in GA aircraft and equipment interfaced to aircraft flight […]
Enhanced Ground Power Unit debuts
Audio Authority Corp. of Lexington, Ky, has introduced its Enhanced Flight Model 2860A Ground Power Unit (GPU). This updated model now provides up to 60-amps continuous, 28-volt DC power from an ordinary 120-volt AC wall receptacle, which provides ample ground power for most piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft up to 12,500 lbs., according to company […]