Hobart Welders has introduced its new XTV series of lightweight, auto-darkening welding helmets. The helmets darken in 1/12,000 of a second after arc start and feature an internally adjustable auto-darkening shade, lens sensitivity and delay controls. The helmets are priced between $159 and $169. For more information: 877-HOBART1 (877-462-2781).
Products
The Flyer’s Laptop Bag designed for pilots
The Flyer’s Laptop Bag from Noral Enterprises looks compact, but is big enough to carry a laptop, transceiver, headset, log book, files, batteries and more. It has several inside zippered pockets and easy access outside pockets. For more information: 877-99NORAL (966-6725).
State tax guide available
The 2005 State Tax Guide for General Aviation is now available. The majority of the state legislatures are only in session for a few months, which can cause rapid changes in tax laws. Conklin & de Decker tracks all the state aviation tax issues so subscribers to the State Tax Guide are able to download […]
Superior Air Parts broadens Millennium cylinder line
Superior Air Parts, Inc. has introduced a new series of FAA approved, direct replacement standard cast Millennium Cylinders for the popular Continental 470/520/550 engines. The new line of cylinders will be manufactured to Superior’s specifications by Thielert Aircraft Engines of Hamburg, Germany. The cylinders will be covered by a 15-month parts and labor warranty. For […]
“Last Flight” shares intricacies and emotions of being a pilot
Ever wonder what would happen if the engine of a commercial jet airliner fails? What if the engine fails over the Atlantic Ocean? Tom Chase, author and retired pilot, answers these questions and more in “Last Flight.” Chase is a retired pilot who served 10 years in the Air Force, including duty in Vietnam, then […]
FAA grants Sikorsky S-92 full icing certification
The FAA has certified Sikorsky Aircraft’s S-92 helicopter, equipped with a new Rotor Ice Protection System (RIPS), for flight in known icing conditions. Any S-92 with RIPS will now be allowed to launch in icy weather that might otherwise delay or cancel flight operations. The RIPS determines the temperature and moisture content of the surrounding […]
Tanis unveils new diesel engine preheater
Tanis Aircraft Services has received FAA-PMA approval for a diesel engine preheater, the TAS100-30. It is specifically designed for the SMA SR 305-230 engines that are becoming popular not only in Europe, but also in North America. The first STC was granted for a Cessna 182Q in Canada. It is certified in the U.S. and several […]
The Air Group expands East Coast service with new facility at Teterboro Airport
The Air Group has unveiled plans for a new hangar complex at Teterboro Airport to serve private jet owners and charter customers. The new facility will comprise two 30,000-square-foot hangars and a 12,000-square-foot combination private terminal and administrative facility for the firm’s East Coast headquarters and flight operations. The Air Group initially plans to use […]
IApproach enhances the regulatory research experience
IApproach, a source for ADs, Service Bulletins and other regulatory information for small aircraft, helicopters and corporate aircraft, is now available with updates delivered via the Internet. This new option enables users to run the IApproach software from their hard drives and then receive updates automatically using their high-speed Internet connections. For more information: 800-783-2827.