Now available at Aircraft Spruce is an LED maplight. The body of the maplight is constructed of aircraft grade 6061 T6 aluminum and black anodize treated for protection from corrosion. The LED bulbs and internal components are high quality components, and are engineered to withstand 150% of their rated voltage without damage. The average bulb […]
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Third edition of multi-engine textbook available
The third edition of “The Complete Multi-Engine Pilot” by Bob Gardner remains a favorite among students and instructors. Known as simply one of the best textbooks available for learning multi-engine flying, “The Complete Multi-Engine Pilot” presents the fundamentals of flying multi-engine aircraft and the aerodynamic laws that govern multi-engine flight as only Gardner’s experienced, comprehensive […]
Up your chances of passing your checkride
Sporty’s has created interactive Online Maneuvers Guides that explain the maneuvers required for the recreational, private, instrument and commercial checkrides. Adapted from the Sporty’s printed Maneuvers Guides, these online guides provide step-by-step instructions on performing each required maneuver. Each maneuver begins with simplified objectives and standards for that maneuver followed by an easy-to-follow, detailed description. […]
Rutan, Hewitt working on second video in The Aviator Series
Dick Rutan hung around the Fly Right Films booth at the May 2-3 Alaska State Aviation Conference. Turns out Rutan and Fly Right Films owner and filmmaker Charlie Hewitt are collaborating on a second volume of The Aviator Series. Titled “Decision-Making with Dick Rutan”, the video will be released at AirVenture Oshkosh this summer. See […]
CAE expands e-Learning portfolio
CAE has expanded its portfolio of web-based pilot and technical training courses for business aviation customers through its e-Learning training service. CAE’s e-Learning and courseware training solutions provide self-paced courses and practice tools for initial/transition, recurrent, refresher pilot and maintenance training. They can be integrated into a company’s existing training program or offered as part […]
New IRS provision could help small GA businesses
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that small businesses with deductions exceeding their income in 2008 can use a new net operating loss tax provision to get a refund of taxes paid in prior years. This new provision, found in the 2009 Recovery Act, provides relief for small businesses by extending the maximum carryback period […]
Aerox oxygen mask receives industry’s only TSO
The FAA has issued Aerox a TSO for its medium altitude oxygen mask. Aerox is the only manufacturer to produce and hold a TSO for this type of mask, which is certified for use up to 25,000 feet, according to company officials. This mask can be used as a direct replacement for any mask certified […]
SimCom offers shorter CJ captain training course
SimCom now offers an eight-day, one-person CitationJet (CJ) captain initial training course. The course prepares the pilot to take a check ride in eight days rather than 14 as offered in SimCom’s standard course. Customized one-on-one instruction maximizes daily learning and provides the pilot the same content as in the longer course, according to SimCom […]
Jeppesen Concierge takes off
WhiteConcierge, a global B2B concierge and lifestyle management company, has been chosen as the provider for Jeppesen Concierge — a new offering that gives pilots and their passengers access to the highest levels of concierge service for everything from personal emergencies to reservations to a virtual private assistant. Jeppesen Concierge will be offered as part […]