Corbi Air Inc. has upgraded its Billet Fuel Pump. Now outfitted with AN fittings, the upgraded pump addresses a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin issued June 15 by the FAA on OEM Rotax 912 engines, according to company officials. The SAIB states: “In some cases, if the input pressure to the mechanical fuel pump is high […]
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Fleet tracking system leads rescuers to birds caught in Gulf oil spill
EMS Aviation’s FLEET tracking system is being used by Florida-based Heliworks Inc. to help rescue birds endangered by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Contracted by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to search for affected birds and lead rescuers to their locations, Heliworks operates Bell 206Ls equipped with the EMS Aviation FLEET […]
Pilot FAR/AIM for iPad released
CoDeveloper has launched PilotFAR/AIM 4.1, with new support for the Apple iPad. PilotFAR/AIM now runs on the full gamut of Apple iOS devices including the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, and is a free upgrade for existing users. CoDeveloper also offers individual PilotFAR and PilotAIM apps, which are also now available with iPad support. PilotFAR/AIM […]
Accident Forgiveness Program expanded
Insurance underwriter Starr Aviation has signed on as a supporter of the AOPA Insurance Agency’s Accident Forgiveness and Deductible Waiver Enhancement program. The program rewards safe flying by pilots who demonstrate their continuing commitment to aviation safety education. Under the program, Starr Aviation will waive the deductible, up to $500, provided the pilot involved has […]
Scheyden introduces Revelry composite hybrid frame
Scheyden Precision Eyewear has unveiled its Revelry frame, a new style in the company’s Composite Hybrid collection. Designed as a smaller version of the Revelstoke model, the Revelry Composite Hybrid, which sells for $259 to $309, fuses a cedar rolled composite frame with flexible, hypoallergenic NiAg temples and cloisonné tips for comfort, even when wearing […]
Battle of Britain Watch premieres
The RAF has commissioned watchmaker Christopher Ward to create a watch to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Battle of Britain. The design of the automatic watch is based on the Air Ministry’s military issue pilots’ watch of the time (reference number 6B/159) and displays The King’s Crown and laurel wreathed RAF Crest of the period. […]
San Diego museum opens 3D/4D theater
The San Diego Air & Space Museum recently opened its new 3D/4D Zable Theater. The theater uses the newest 3D technologies but takes it to the next level, employing interactive seats and special effects built into the theater itself. The theater seats 36 guests per show, and they are played continuously each day. Films include […]
Want to fly a Warbird?
The Pacific Prowler Organization is looking for a few good men — and women. The Texas-based non-profit is forming the Prowler Command, a collection of general aviation pilots who can schedule and fly the group’s North American B-25 Mitchell bomber and a C-47 Gooney Bird. Dues to become a Prowler Commander are $10,000 annually and […]
Flying Musicians to perform at Oshkosh
The Flying Musicians Association, Inc. will perform at this month’s Airventure in Oshkosh, July 26-Aug. 1 at the Sennheiser tent. Sennheiser, which is famous for its microphones in recording studios and its aviation headsets, is the association’s newest sponsor. FMA performers will play from 11 a.m. to 1p.m. each day. Performers include RAVI, Bradley Leighton, […]