SOLIDFX Aviation Information Managers powered by Jeppesen eChart Reader Services will be used on Air Journey’s around-the-world adventure. Normally contained in 46 binders weighing 230 pounds and reaching 14 feet high when stacked, the worldwide Jeppesen terminal charts will be instantly available in the portable, half-inch thick, 13-ounce device that also works as a notepad […]
Products
Sporty’s course update impressive
I just watched the Advanced IFR DVD from the Sporty’s Instrument Rating Course. The quality of the video and interactivity made me wish this series had been around, in this format, when I was in flight training back in the, gulp, late 1980s. This isn’t a typical “ground school” video. Its use of high-end graphics […]
Diamond’s DA40 NG receives EASA certification
Diamond Aircraft has received EASA VFR/IFR certification for its DA40 NG, powered by Austro Engine’s 170-hp AE-300 turbo-diesel powerplant. “We are committed to the future of piston powered flight, specifically by pursuing a socially responsible strategy,” said Diamond Aircraft CEO Christian Dries. “Diamond’s single and twin engine NG series aircraft are powered by the most […]
U.S.-Canada border issues webinar slated
There are unique cross-border issues that U.S. operators face when flying to and within Canada and others that Canadian operators face when coming into and flying throughout the U.S. The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the Canadian Business Aviation Association (CBAA) have joined forces for a webinar on May 20 that will address some […]
Air Data Test Sets debut
DMA-Aero introduces the MPS38B fully automatic Air Data Test Sets. With RVSM compliant accuracy and the ability to accept up to 30 test programs (profiles), the instrument simulates operations up to 55,000 feet altitude and from 5 to 700 knots airspeed. It is suitable for calibration/leak testing of pitot static instruments for the ramp testing […]
FliteNet deployed
DAC International Inc. of Greenwich AeroGroup has deployed an “in flight” BlackBerry WiFi connectivity system called FliteNet. The system interfaces with aircraft equipped with Iridium or Magnastar telephone systems. FliteNet was designed to accommodate Wifi connectivity without having to mount components in an aircraft. It is a carry-on system with MagnaStar or Iridium compatible software […]
Duncan Aviation’s avionics satellite network celebrates 25th anniversary
This summer, Duncan Aviation’s avionics satellite network celebrates the 25th anniversary of the opening of the first Duncan Avionics shop. Don Fiedler, business development associate at Duncan Aviation, says the idea for the “satellite” concept came from then-company Chairman Robert Duncan. A friend of his was in the shoe business and owned small shoe stores […]
‘Air Crashes’ now an eBook
First published 25 years ago, “Air Crashes” examines the aviation accident scene where Dick Collins examines what went wrong, why and what can be done about it. The eBook version includes the original book as well as updates at the end of each chapter with Collins’ thoughts 25 years later. He reflects on which aspects […]
Arizona school kicks off transition program
Arizona Flight Training Center has developed several programs for military aviators who are looking to transition to the world of civilian aviation. Programs include flight and ground training for ATP, multi and single-engine ratings, as well as initial and add-on flight instructor ratings. AZFTC President and Chief Flight Instructor Rick Rademaker commented, “I have been […]