FK Lightplanes of Speyer, Germany, has appointed FK Lightplanes USA as its American agent. The Florida company will import the FK9 Mark IV high wing Light Sport Aircraft, which recently won approval as a Special LSA. The company also will introduce the German company’s other models, the folding bi-wing FK12 Comet and the low-wing FK14 […]
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Revealing images from Wright brothers in new book
From historian and Wright brothers’ scholar Larry Tise comes “Hidden Images: Discovering Details in the Wright Brothers Photographs, Kitty Hawk, 1900-1911.” This illustrated history brings to light the world of the Wright brothers at the dawn of aviation. The images presented allow the reader to step back in time and understand the trials and errors […]
First G1000-equipped Elite ATD delivered
ELITE Simulation Solutions recently delivered its first Garmin G1000-equipped iGATE Advanced Aviation Training Device (A-ATD) to Angel City Flyers Inc. in Long Beach, Calif. The device is outfitted with the actual G1000 hardware utilizing the now familiar 10.4″ GDU 1040 PFD/MFD displays offered as standard equipment from several airframe manufacturers. Desktop and cockpit versions of […]
Weldcraft moves to new headquarters
Weldcraft has transferred all manufacturing, assembly, quality control and order processing from Burbank, Calif., to its new headquarters in Appleton, Wis. The new headquarters integrates Weldcraft’s product design objectives with the TIG power sources and full product line of its sister company, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., while also providing a more central U.S. location for […]
Valle Airport offers overnight grand canyon tour package
Grand Canyon Valle Airport (40G) now offers an off-season overnight tour package which will last until April for pilots and passengers planning to visit the Grand Canyon. The Adventure Package provides an inexpensive way for fly-in visitors to experience the best of the Grand Canyon experience. For only $189, two people can rent a car, […]
Production Software releases Electronic Facilities and Airport Directory
Pilots looking to automate their pre-flight planning and reduce the large number of books required for flying can benefit from a new program called Electronic Facilities and Airport Directory (eFAD). eFAD is a multi-platform airport directory that allows you to view airport information, weather, and more from your PC, PDA, and/or XHTML mobile phone. eFAD […]
A table that takes flight
Even if you can’t afford a TBM Avenger, you can own several substantial chunks of one thanks to MotoArt, a Torrance, Calif.-based company that turns pieces of old airplanes into high-end furniture and sculptures. The company has a new line of desks, tables and bookcases from TBM Avenger rudders, elevators and ailerons. The TBM Avenger […]
New pilot’s seat cushion, designed by a pilot
The Pilot’s Seat Cushion from Noral Enterprises provides comfortable seating, essential for a safe trip. Not all seats are the right height or comfortable for every pilot, so Noral designed seat cushions in different sizes and types. The cushions come in gray, navy, blue and black. Each has a strap to secure to the back […]
Leading Edge Exhaust Systems receives nod for new Piper models
Leading Edge Exhaust Systems LLC in Anchorage recently gained FAA approval for its Piper PA-12 150/160 hp short and long mount models, as well as the 180 hp model. The exhaust system is the same layout as the company’s popular Super Cub system. The only revision to the pipes is the long mount risers that […]