Bose introduced the A20 Aviation Headset on opening day of AirVenture in Oshkosh. The new headset is the result of more than 30 years of Bose research in noise reduction technology, according to company officials, who note it has been engineered to deliver greater noise reduction — even in louder environments — and offers improved […]
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Scheme Designers launches Cirrus custom decal kits
Scheme Designers, Inc., a provider of paint and decal scheme designs for aircraft, has teamed with LoPresti Aviation to develop a range of new decal designs, sold as a kit, for Cirrus aircraft. Cirrus aircraft are commonly sold with vinyl decals over a white, silver or gold base. As the fleet ages, the factory-installed decal […]
Watret named EVP of Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus
John Watret, Ph.D, has been named executive vice president and Chief Academic Officer of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Worldwide Campus. In his new role, Watret will be responsible for managing business operations, providing leadership, and setting overall strategic direction for the campus, which educates more than 25,000 students around the globe annually, both online and through […]
Fargo Jet Center now Universal Avionics dealership
Fargo Jet Center (FJC) has joined Tucson, Ariz.-based Universal Avionics worldwide network of authorized dealerships. “Becoming a dealer for Universal Avionics was natural fit in the growth of our avionics organization,” said Darren Hall, vice president at Fargo Jet Center, which is at Fargo, N.D.’s Hector International Airport (FAR). “Their product offerings match very well […]
WingX Pro7 for iPad adds geo-referenced approach charts
Hilton Software has debuted Geo-Referenced Approach Charts for WingX Pro7 Version 4.1 for the iPad. The side-by-side display of the charts and the Terrain-Aware Moving Map improves situational awareness, company officials said, noting the seamless integration of Seattle Avionics ChartData enables WingX Pro7 to show the aircraft’s position on an approach chart that is easily […]
DRE upgrades headset
DRE Communications has released its newly upgraded DRE-1001 headset. The new DRE-1001, which comes with gold-plated plugs and cabling that meets Mil-Spec requirements, features a full flex boom, dual volume controls and a noise-canceling electret mic. A padded stainless steel headband connects two ABS ear cups that house high-fidelity headphone drivers. Gel ear seals can […]
Tecnam Service Center established in Washington State
West Coast Sport Aircraft, a regional distributor for the S-LSA manufacturer Tecnam in North America, has expanded its support for Tecnam aircraft on the west coast with the addition of Aircore Aviation, located at the Arlington Municipal Airport (AWO), as the newest authorized Tecnam Service Center. Aircore Aviation specializes in S-LSA maintenance and repair, and […]
STC for Challenger WiFi granted
Duncan Aviation recently completed a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the installation of Aircell High Speed Internet Router with Wi-Fi capability in the Challenger 300. The system provides high speed inflight connectivity in the cabin. Passengers will be able to use their laptops, Blackberrys, iPhones and other Wi-Fi devices at connection speeds of 1-3 MBPS, […]
beyerdynamic debuts new headset
The German audio company beyerdynamic has unveiled two new headsets at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh: HS 400 Signum and HS 400 Rotor. While the HS 400 Signum is the standard version with double jack plugs, the HS 400 Rotor is the helicopter version with a coiled cable and a single U-174/U jack plug. The HS […]