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 […]
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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 […]
“One Six Right” DVD released
“One Six Right” is an inspiring documentary film that celebrates the unsung hero of aviation — the local airport. The film shares the timeless romance of flying and dispels common misconceptions about general aviation airports by tracing the life, history and struggles of Southern California’s Van Nuys Airport (VNY). “One Six Right” is presented in […]
Atlanta Aerospace Composites plans expansion
Atlanta Aerospace Composites started out as a repair station in a small way, doing repairs to fiberglass aircraft, like the Cirrus. It moved on to work with carbon fiber and Kevlar, becoming a repair station for Lancair and Diamond aircraft. The shop also began performing radome repairs for general aviation, corporate aircraft and commuter airlines, […]
LoPresti sets series of hangar talks
LoPresti, a leading provider of aviation performance solutions, will host a series of clinics on the first Saturday of each month. February’s hangar talk, slated for Feb. 4, will focus on “Carbs, Air Filter, Fuel selection and Additives.” The March 4th event will focus on “Engine Analysis.” All hangar talks are at LoPresti’s headquarters in […]
Garmin G1000 and GPSmap 396 manuals released
ZD Publishing, Inc. has introduced its two latest pilot-friendly manuals titled “GPS Operations on the Garmin G1000” and “The Garmin GPSmap 396.” The G1000 manual covers all navigation options, such as Flight Plans, DME Arcs, Procedure Turns, Holding, OBS Mode, RAIM Prediction, Measuring Distances, Vertical Navigation, User Waypoints and GPS, VOR and ILS Approaches, and […]
Vets get break on flight training at Pan Am Academy
Pan Am International Flight Academy’s (PAIFA) Career Pilot Development (CPD) division has restructured its training program to minimize out-of-pocket expenses for military veterans. Active duty military personnel and veterans may be reimbursed for most of their flight training expenses through the Montgomery GI Bill. A new law gives reservists who were activated after Sept. 11, […]
Miller Electric 2006 catalog now available
Miller Electric Manufacturing Co.’s new 2006 catalog is now available. The 84-page catalog provides technical specifications, features, benefits and selection tips for Miller’s complete line of welding and plasma cutting products and accessories. The catalog is free. For more information: 800-4-A-MILLER (800-426-4553).