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Demystify turbocharging
The Cessna Pilots Association (CPA) will hold a one-day seminar on turbocharging at its headquarters in Santa Maria, California, Saturday, January 23, 2010. According to CPA Executive Director John Frank, the impetus behind the seminar is educate aircraft owners about the components and detailed workings of popular Teledyne Continental turbocharging systems, specifically those used on […]
Aviation law firm grows
David Shannon has joined the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, law firm of Stewart H. Lapayowker, P.A., which focuses on private and corporate aviation transactions worldwide. Shannon will work alongside attorney Stewart Lapayowker and will counsel clients on tax and other issues relating to the acquisition, leasing, registration and financing of aircraft, including fractional interests, and on […]
R.W. Martin tapped as Viking service center
Viking Air Limited of Victoria, BC, Canada, has tapped R.W. Martin Inc. of Murrieta, California, as the second factory endorsed service center for the Twin Otter and Dash 7 aircraft. This agreement authorizes R.W. Martin Inc. to provide OEM-backed support services for the Twin Otter program, including maintenance, warranty work, and Viking-recognized modifications. R.W. Martin […]
New historical fiction chronicles the adventures of a World War II pilot
In his new book, “The Vaulted Sky,” published by iUniverse, R.P. Moffa tells the tale of a young Italian-American from New York City who risked it all to pursue his love of flying to protect his country. Patrick Montalto’s fascination with flying began when his father and a friend chipped in for an airplane ride […]
SkyBuyHigh launches
SkyBuyHigh, an electronic boutique service available mid-flight, has launched its e-boutique service on-board private and charter aircraft and for use in FBOs, creating a new stream of revenue for the aviation industry. Charter operators and brokers earn commissions from items purchased on SkyBuyHigh systems placed on their aircraft, and FBOs earn revenue by offering the […]
Viking in final phase of certification effort
Viking Series 400 Twin Otter certification work has entered the final phase towards the goal of achieving Transport Canada and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification, expected in the next few months. Primary activities are focused on completing final checkout configurations, according to company officials. Noise testing has been completed on landplane gear and amphibious […]
PS Engineering debuts PMA6000B
PS Engineering has introduced the retooled PMA6000B, an updated version of the PMA6000, an entry-level audio panel in production since 1995. The PMA6000B is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, using a single 44-pin connector for all aircraft and intercom interfacing, according to company officials. According to company founder, Mark Scheuer, “We have seen a […]
ATP opens FBO at DAB
ATP has entered the FBO business, opening ATP Jet Center at Daytona Beach International (DAB) in Florida. In addition to all the standard FBO amenities, ATP Jet Center provides an Internet pricing guarantee at ATPJetCenter.com for full- and self-serve avgas and full-service JetA. As a member of the Shell Aviation network, ATP Jet Center accepts […]