The first controllable powered flight might have occurred at Kitty Hawk, but much of aviation’s progress took place at Wings Field, a small airport near Philadelphia that is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Airport lighting used the world over began in a small shop at Wings. A device that helped Navy pilots avoid accidents […]
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Mid-Continent Instruments launches the Mini Gyro
With the panel space of today’s GA aircraft at a premium, Mid-Continent Instruments is launching its new Mini Gyro — a 4200 series electric attitude indicator — featuring a 2-inch attitude gyro small enough to be placed just about anywhere in your instrument panel. The 2-inch Mini Gyro is comparable in many ways to the […]
Engine baffles now available
Airframes, Inc., of Big Lake, Alaska, has received FAA-PMA approval on engine baffles for a number of popular aircraft. In production are complete sets for the Cessna models 150, 170, 172, 180, 182, 185 and 206. All parts are available individually, as well as in sets. Baffles are precisely made on state-of-the-art equipment and have […]
Converting your ultralight to LSA? Kit from EAA can help
Planning to convert your Ultralight into a Light Sport Aircraft, but not sure how to go about it? The Experimental Aircraft Association can help you through that process with its E-LSA Conversion Kit. The kit contains a 15-page, step-by-step conversion guide, all necessary FAA forms, pre-cut standard instrument and control labels and placards, a dataplate […]
Power Flow introduces ‘Short Stack’ exhaust pipe for Skyhawks and Cardinals
Power Flow Systems, manufacturers of a tuned exhaust system that is now available for a wide range of single engine aircraft, has introduced a new “short stack” exhaust pipe that can be retrofitted. Designed to significantly reduce the profile and weight of the original exhaust duct, the new version protrudes no more than the original […]
Company offers guaranteed instrument rating
Accelerated Flight & Instrument Training of Newport Beach is continuing its guarantee of all training courses. Begun about 18 months ago, the guarantee ensures that all clients will be “safe, proficient and confident IFR pilots,” said Tony Montalte, general manager. If a client needs additional training to complete the course, it will be done at […]
Oregon Aero headset upgrades available
Discerning pilots have discovered that “forgettable is good” when it comes to using the Oregon Aero Aviation Headset Upgrade. The upgrade kits are customized for nearly every make and model of headset and are so comfortable that pilots say they forget they are wearing them. With pain problems solved, pilots and passengers are free to […]
New Bernard website offers CustomSelect ordering system
To improve navigation and offer customers enhanced product information, Bernard Welding Equipment has redesigned its web site, which is now found at Bernardwelds.com. Among the new highlights are the CustomSelect Ordering System, improved product sections, replacement parts guides and the ability to sign up for MIG Tips, Bernard’s quarterly newsletter. The CustomSelect Ordering System interactively […]
Aviat improves Husky aileron/flap configuration
In a move designed to enhance responsiveness, smoothness and safety, Aviat Aircraft has created a new aileron/flap combination on its Husky aircraft. The change is standard for all 2005 production. Ailerons now feature a shorter span and deeper chord, which produces a more rapid roll rate, less adverse yaw and lower stick pressure. With dynamic […]