Aviation Performance Solutions, LLC (APS) has launched an online upset recovery training program for private pilots of all skill levels. APS’ upset recovery training program was previously only available to pilots participating in person at the APS Emergency Maneuver Training campus at the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Arizona. More than a decade in development, APS’s […]
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ISM flight school hosts Young Eagles rally as part of Learn to Fly day
Orlando-Gateway Sport Pilot Flight Training Center at Florida’s Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) will host an Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Young Eagles Flight Rally through the Kissimmee EAA chapter Saturday, May 15. The rally will feature free flights for kids 8 to 17 years old, a pancake breakfast, flight simulators, a static display of T-6 Texan […]
Aircraft Spruce Canada slates Super Sale and Fly-In
Aircraft Spruce Canada will host its annual Super Sale & Fly-In Saturday June 5, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at Brantford Municipal Airport (YFD) in Ontario. Aircraft Spruce will provide free hot dogs and beverages throughout the day. Representatives from a number of aviation vendors, including a range of avionics items, will be on hand to […]
Smyrna Air Center named authorized service center for M601 and H80 engines
Smyrna Air Center has signed an agreement with GE Aviation to become an Authorized Service Center for the M601 and H80 turboprop engines. Smyrna Air Center will offer line maintenance, removals and re-installations of engines and LRUs and engine spares for the M601 and H80 engine families. “Smyrna Air Center has shown a strong commitment […]
Duncan Aviation takes the guesswork out of environment system testing
The Duncan Aviation Challenger Program recently developed an aircraft environmental system testing procedure. By measuring cabin air performance (temperature and airflow) at different points throughout the system, Challenger technicians are able to pinpoint the area of the system causing cabin discomfort. According to Duncan Aviation Challenger Tech Rep Scott Shefke, “Without a thorough system evaluation, […]
Tecnam taps California distributor
Tecnam North America has inked an exclusive distribution agreement with West Coast Sport Aircraft, Inc. to provide sales and service support in California. The agreement expands support for existing owners of Tecnam’s Light Sport Aircraft, and for new P2006T light twin aircraft. Located in the San Francisco Bay area, West Coast Sport Aircraft has established […]
Sporty’s Instrument Rating Course updated
Because of the ever-changing advancements in avionics procedures and techniques, Sporty’s Complete Instrument Rating Course has been updated, including new video and graphics, Sporty’s officials report, noting in-depth coverage has been given to flight directors, HSI, autopilots, night IFR, high-performance engine management, turbocharging, pressurization, oxygen use, high-altitude flying and RNAV approaches. As the transition to […]
Air Zoo to hold Model Aircraft Day
The Kalamazoo Air Zoo in Michigan has slated Model Aircraft Day on May 1. During Model Aircraft Day, guests will learn all about radio control and line control aircraft, and they’ll get the chance to experience flight, firsthand. Guests will have the chance to fly line control aircraft during the West Michigan Smoke Rings’ free […]
Pensacola Aviation Center joins Avfuel network
Pensacola Aviation Center recently joined the international network of Avfuel-branded dealers. The FBO at Pensacola Regional Airport (PNS) will now offer AVTRIP rewards to participating pilots, as well as the Avfuel Contract Fuel program for jet fuel savings. Equipped with a large corporate hangar, quick turns, and plenty of ramp space, Pensacola Aviation Center has […]