Clifford Development has launched an STC development program to re-engine Cessna Citation II (CE-550) aircraft with 3,000-lb. thrust Williams International FJ44-3 engines, including integration of the FADEC system. Certification is expected within 12 months. Clifford expects the re-engined CE-550 will have significant performance improvements, including a 21% long range cruise speed increase, a 29% range […]
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Innovative Solutions & Support launches e-chart program
Innovative Solutions & Support Inc. has unveiled its new electronic flight bag, which consists of electronic navigation charts powered by Jeppesen, and applications such as takeoff, en route, approach, landing, missed approach, and go-around information. Class 3 e-charts from IS&S also will display own-ship position to pilots through a digital representation of the aircraft’s exact, […]
Raisbeck’s ZR LITE in certification tests
Another project in the FAA certification phase is Raisbeck Engineering’s ZR LITE Performance System for the Learjet 31. The ZR LITE Performance System for the Learjet family is known in the industry for providing Learjet owners with fuel savings of 10% or more, extended range, higher cruising speeds and altitudes, and other significant performance improvements […]
Got oxygen?
Mountain High’s newest offering is the single-place EDS-O2D1 digital “Pulse Demand” FADOC Oxygen Delivery System, which bridges the gap between portable Constant-Flow devices, built-in-panel and pressurized oxygen systems, according to Mountain High officials. The system, with the new patented redesigned electronic “Pulse Demand” oxygen delivery system, enables GA pilots to fly at pressure altitudes up […]
Duncan Aviation now factory authorized Artex service center
Duncan Aviation has been selected as a full-service, factory-authorized, category 1 service center for the ARTEX 406 Series Emergency Locator Transmitter. Customers can send units to Duncan Aviation for maintenance and programming needs. Duncan Aviation has six factory-trained technicians who are ARTEX-certified. With advanced scheduling, these units can be turned in one day. For more […]
Save valuable panel space
Mid-Continent Instruments has added a 2-inch course deviation indicator (CDI) to its résumé of certified instruments. The new CDI saves on panel space, allowing it to be placed just about anywhere in your instrument panel. “Every general aviation pilot needs a CDI of some sort,” said Todd Winter, president. “The MD200 series’ size allows you […]
Race City Heliport opens
North Carolina Rotor and Wing and Race City Helicopters have teamed to create and operate Race City Heliport in Landis, North Carolina, located about 25 miles northeast of Charlotte-Douglass International Airport just outside Kannapolis. Todd Henrikson, president of North Carolina Rotor and Wing, will offer flight training using Robinson R-22 and R-44 helicopters. He also […]
Airports install DigiWX AWOS
Two Montana airports have installed the DigiWx II AWOS automated weather observation system manufactured by Belfort Instrument Co: Libby (S59) and Red Lodge (RED). Both airports use the DigiWX II as the primary weather reporting station supporting flight operations. The DigiWX II reports wind speed, wind direction and wind gusts, temperature, relative humidity, FAA certified […]
Houston’s Wing Aviation expands
Wing Aviation recently expanded, adding two new business divisions, Wing Ground Transportation and Clean Craft. Wing Ground Transportation offers a fleet of luxury vehicles and a trained chauffeur staff. Clean Craft is a full-service aircraft cleaning company. Services include interior detail, exterior detail, basic trip clean, carpet extraction, carpet spot clean, boots, wax, and complete […]
