Now available at Aircraft Spruce it the AeroSpoiler, a lift reduction device used for storm protection on aircraft parked outside during adverse weather conditions. The AeroSpoiler kit contains 10 cup/receiver assemblies and eight blade assemblies. Each kit contains 20 feet of wing coverage. The AeroSpoiler will reduce the lift-producing capability of your wing by as […]
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West Star Aviation GJT adds Challenger landing gear services
West Star Aviation, Inc. has added 96-month detailed inspections and 120-month restorations for Challenger landing gear at its Grand Junction, Colo., accessory shop. Company officials note that while a customer’s Challenger is at the facility for its landing gear inspection, it can simultaneously perform airframe inspection and additional maintenance due, as well as providing avionics, […]
Move your plane easily with Robotow
The Robotow is a lightweight, electric towbar designed so one person can easily move an airplane in and out of a hangar. The new Heavy Duty model, available exclusively from Sporty’s, features a 28V battery that is powerful enough to move heavy twins such as an Aztec, Baron or even a Cessna 421. Its cordless […]
NextGen SwiftBroadband lands in June
Thrane & Thrane’s Aero-SB Lite total cabin solution is now available for order, with shipping of the system commencing in June. Thrane & Thrane also has unveiled two new antenna options for use with Aero-SB Lite. The AMT-50 High Gain Antenna (HGA) and the Chelton Satcom HGA-6000 HGA antenna will be available to new and […]
Duncan Aviation expands helicopter capabilities
Due to intense customer demand, Duncan Aviation has expanded its capabilities for helicopter components. “For years, Duncan Aviation has had many helicopter capabilities and customers, but today there is a lot of pressure from helicopter operators for higher reliability of their component repairs and overhauls,” explains Chris Gress, component solutions manager at Duncan Aviation. For […]
Sting S3 now equipped with 406 MHz ELT
The FAA doesn’t require aircraft to be equipped with the new 406 MHz ELTs, but all Sting S3 light sport aircraft sold since the U. S. Sport Aviation Expo in Sebring are so equipped. SportairUSA, the North American Sting distributor, also reports that will will include a free portable SPOT satellite messenger along with the […]
Duncan Aviation begins Phenom 100 service
Duncan Aviation recently completed its first paint work for an Embraer Phenom 100 aircraft and has added line maintenance for the Pratt & Whitney 617F-E engines. In late 2006, Duncan Aviation’s Lincoln, Neb., and Battle Creek, Mich., facilities were named Authorized Service Centers for the Embraer Legacy 600, Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 aircraft. Duncan […]
Brady debuts repair kits
Brady Corp. has introduced its Wire & Cable Marking Repair Kits, specifically designed to assist mechanics and crews at aviation maintenance centers to easily apply identification markings on newly repaired wires and cables. Having all of the needed materials – a variety of printers, software, ribbons, sleeving, and label materials in one complete package – […]
Fixed Beam Suspension System Kit receives STC
Onboard Systems International, Inc.’s fixed beam suspension system for the Bell 407 has been STC certified by the FAA. The new system eliminates the side-to-side banging of the original trolley system design and also offers other benefits, including weight reduction, a simplified design, built-in travel limits and improved ground clearance, according to officials at the […]