The Comparative Aircraft Flight Efficiency (CAFE) Foundation has officially accepted Team PC-Aero’s Elektra One electric aircraft as an entrant in the 2011 NASA/CAFE Green Flight Challenge. The Elektra One prototype will be unveiled at the E-Flight-Expo trade show during Aero Friedrichshafen in Germany in April. The CAFE Green Flight Challenge (CGFC) is a flight efficiency […]
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New tenants join Million Air SBD
Million Air will open a new FBO in March at the recently redeveloped San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) in California. Southeastern Jet Corporation, an aircraft management company, plans to relocate from its Ft. Lauderdale, Florida0based headquarters to Million Air San Bernardino. Southeastern Jet was enticed to the area by the opening of Million Air San […]
Audio panel for experimentals debuts
PS Engineering has introduced the PMA5000EX audio panel for experimentals. Not having to go through the expense of certification helps reduce cost, as does removing the marker beacon receiver and speaker amplifier, according to company officials, who note it will sell for $995. The PMA5000EX has a four-place hi-fi stereo intercom that uses PS Engineering’s […]
Scottsdale AirCenter joins Avfuel network
Scottsdale AirCenter of Scottsdale Airport (SDL) has joined the Avfuel network. The alliance means that Scottsdale AirCenter will award AVTRIP pilot-rewards points on each qualifying fuel purchase. The Arizona FBO also offers the Avfuel Contract Fuel program. Scottsdale AirCenter is a full-service FBO that serves the Greater Phoenix Metro Area. Hangar space of 175,000 square […]
Scheyden launches lens promotion
Scheyden Precision Eyewear has launched a special, limited-time promotion providing free prescription lenses with the purchase of any Dual RX frame through Jan. 31. The offer is valid with orders for any of the four Dual RX styles at the standard retail price ($445) and is available at Scheyden.com or by calling 800-851-2758. Available for […]
Sporty’s offers Weekend Ground School
Even with its complete pilot training courses on DVD and online, Sporty’s still believes in the time-honored tradition of the weekend ground school and is planning a full schedule of courses at its headquarters at Clermont County/Sporty’s Airport in Cincinnati, Ohio, Sporty’s officials said.“Even in 2010, the weekend ground school has tremendous merit,” says Sporty’s […]
Group 3 Aviation opens new student housing
Group 3 Aviation Inc., an FAA- and VA-approved Part 141 flight training facility and Part 135 charter service operating from the Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in Southern California, recently opened its new pilot housing. The residential accommodations streamline and simplify lodging for out-of-state and overseas full-time students, according to company officials. The company recently renovated […]
Hobart introduces IronMan MIG Welder
Hobart Welding Products has introduced the IronMan 230, a DC/CV, single-phase, MIG/FCAW welder that delivers a 30- to 250-amp output (60% at 175 amps). The IronMan 230 replaces Hobart’s IronMan 210 and 250, combining their features in a single unit suited for welding mild steel material ranging from 24 gauge to ½-in, according to company […]
Wipaire receives TSO for Kodiak floats
Wipaire recently received Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization for its Wipline model 7000 float, designed for the Quest Kodiak. With the FAA’s approval of the structure and design confirmed, Wipaire officials said they are now turning their full attention to the remainder of flight testing, and expect full approval in the first quarter, noting aircraft […]