Inventors Roger Stenbock and Kyle Everson were recently awarded U.S. Patent #7640098 for FlightPrep’s online flight planner. The invention, originally filed in 2001 and assigned to Stenbock & Everson Inc., describes how online flight planning is possible using just an Internet browser. FlightPrep’s Online Planner is recognized for the ability to display charts and routes […]
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Aircraft Spruce carries DRE 1000 headsets
Aircraft Spruce now has the new DRE 1000W headset available. The headset features high-fidelity headphone drivers for music, thumb nut headband adjusters, stay-put locking wire boom, high-flex reliable wiring, gold-plated plugs, rugged ABS ear cups, and black-plate spring steel headband. Optional GEL ear seals are available. For more information: 877-477-7823 or AircraftSpruce.com
‘The Lonely Sky’ chronicles test pilot’s story
“The Lonely Sky,” reprinted by iUniverse, shares the story of Bill Bridgeman, who joined Douglas Aircraft as an engineering test pilot after a stint in the Navy. Soon he was asked to take over the final stages of the testing program for the Skyrocket, a javelin-shaped experimental rocket-powered ship. The story of his day-by-day life […]
Duncan Aviation and Securaplane partner on new PreFlite Security System
Over the last few years, Duncan Aviation has certified and installed Securaplane’s legacy aircraft security systems on several aircraft. The companies now offer an upgrade option to the new PreFlite security system. Securaplane’s new PreFlite System expands upon its existing security system to provide worldwide, real-time, event notification and remote system control/interrogation via your GSM-connected […]
AirJourney offers free eAPIS membership to pilots flying Haitian relief efforts
Florida-based Air Journey is offering free membership to its new Easy Air Journey for any aircraft flying relief efforts in and out of Haiti. The new software application streamlines pilot interface with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, as well as adding features not available through the government’s online border crossing website. The software is […]
Garmin debuts G3X sensor kits
Garmin International Inc. unveiled details for its G3X engine information system (EIS) and integrated autopilot interface on the opening day of the U.S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring, Florida. The EIS and autopilot are designed specifically for the G3X and are an affordable way for experimental and light sport aircraft (LSA) pilots to bring Garmin […]
Aircraft Spruce launches Deal of the Day
Aircraft Spruce has launched the Deal of the Day special. A variety of products, such as avionics, building materials, engine parts, pilot supplies and more, will be offered every day at a discount. The Aircraft Spruce Deal of the Day will run from Monday 9 a.m. PST to Friday 5 p.m. PST while supplies last. […]
Scheyden introduces Fixed Hybrid Collection
Scheyden Precision Eyewear has introduced its new Fixed Hybrid collection of sunglasses featuring a full-coverage wrap design to offer a custom-fit. The Fixed Hybrids, which sell for $259 to $309, combine a cedar rolled composite frame with flexible, hypoallergenic NiAg temples and cloisonné tips for complete comfort, even when wearing a hat, headphones or a […]
DC-3 photo book celebrates 75th anniversary
In his seventh aviation history book, “DC-3: A Legend In Her Time,” Bruce McAllister brings together a collection of photographs of the DC-3. The book’s release date of April 1 is timed to the aircraft’s 75th anniversary. Hundreds of DC-3s are still in service today, almost 75 years after the first one rolled off the […]