Ahquabi House Publishing has released “Private Pilot Beginner’s Manual (for Sport Pilots, too)” by Paul Berge. The 320-page book offers information on how to prepare for private or sport pilot training, according to the publishers, who note the book’s purpose is to offer a friendly and informative welcome to anyone who dreams of flight without […]
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Aspen approved for more aircraft models
Aspen Avionics, manufacturer of the Evolution Flight Display System, has added more U.S. and a select group of non-U.S.-manufactured aircraft to the Approved Model List (AML). The updated FAA Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate (AML-STC) for the EFD1000 includes: Regal Air (Cessna) models 305A, 305C, 305D and 305F; General Avia F22B, F22C and F22R; […]
Celebrating 100 years of flight in Texas
The 1940 Air Terminal Museum at Hobby Airport in Houston is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the first airplane flight in Texas with a new exhibit chronicling Louis Paulhan’s Feb, 18, 1910, flight near Houston. Paulhan arrived in Houston with four planes and not only gave the city its first look at airplane flight, but […]
Become an airborne radar expert
Sporty’s now offers an online Airborne Radar Training Course suitable for all levels of pilots. “Airborne radar is one of the least understood pieces of avionics in the cockpit, and the consequences of this misunderstanding can be severe,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “This course goes a long way toward educating pilots on its […]
Refresh your engine with new baffles
Airforms Inc. has added new aircraft models to its line of complete engine baffle kits, with FAA/PMA approval granted for the PA22-150, PA28-140 and PA32-300 (pictured). The complete kits are available with a choice of orange, black or dark blue reinforced silicone seals. A powder coating finish is also available, otherwise the parts are supplied […]
STC awarded for installation of 406 MHz ELTs on Citation fleet
An STC has been issued to Sierra Industries by the FAA for the installation of the Artex C406 (406 MHz) Emergency Locator Transmitter on Cessna Citation Models 500, 501, 550, 551, S550 and 560. Early in 2009, U. S. emergency distress satellites ceased monitoring the older 121.5 MHz emergency frequency band in favor of the […]
MaxDim duo debuts
Seaton Engineering has introduced the MaxDim Duo dual dimmer, similar to the MaxDim, but with two dimming circuits in one package. The Duo is a fully STC approved device with an extensive list of approved aircraft, according to company officials, who note the MaxDim Duo can replace most stacked rheostats dimmers found in many aircraft. […]
Husky tailsprings available at Aircraft Spruce
The Husky tailspring is now available from Aircraft Spruce. The three-leaf tailspring, mounting bracket and hardware are included in one kit, which is a direct replacement for all Sky International (Aviat Husky) tailsprings. When a tailspring is “sprung,” it puts the camber angle of the tailwheel into a negative position, Aircraft Spruce officials said, noting this […]
ACONE slates free safety workshop
Aero Club of New England (ACONE) will hold its Crash Course 2010 Safety Workshop, March 15. Bruce Landsberg, AOPA Air Safety Foundation President, will moderate “Things Other Pilots Do Wrong.” When it comes to our fellow pilots, we’ve all got our pet peeves. Here’s your chance to air those grievances, learn a thing or two […]