Cessna Aircraft Co. has chosen L-3 Avionics Systems’ Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESIS) Model GH-3000 as standard equipment aboard the Citation CJ1+ and CJ2+ models. The L-3 system also is available on the CJ3, Bravo, Encore, XLS and Sovereign. Designed to replace conventional electro-mechanical standby attitude, airspeed and altitude instruments, the L-3 Electronic Standby System […]
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New Viasala Ceilometer CL31 for cloud height detection debuts
The Vaisala Ceilometer CL31 is a compact and lightweight instrument for the measurement of cloud base height and vertical visibility. It is able to detect up to three cloud layers simultaneously. The CL31 employs pulse diode laser (LIDAR) technology. Measurement range is from zero to 25,000 feet. The CL31 uses second-generation enhanced single lens technology, […]
Yingling equipped to provide inspections, solutions for Emergency AD on Cessna 400 Series wing spars
In response to an Emergency Airworthiness Directive resulting from the discovery of cracks in the wing spars of Cessna 400 Series twin engine aircraft, Yingling Aviation is offering operators of affected aircraft full visual and eddy current inspections, as well as modifications designed to correct existing conditions and prevent future propagation. Yingling, located on Wichita’s […]
Thermometer takes the guesswork out of density altitude
Density altitude can reach critical levels, seriously affecting aircraft performance — especially during the summer months. Now it’s easy to estimate density altitude prior to takeoff with Sporty’s Density Altitude Thermometer. Measuring 18 inches in diameter, this easy-to-read thermometer displays temperature in both Celsius and Fahrenheit. Based upon the current temperature and field elevation, the […]
Helicopter safety symposium slated
The International Helicopter Safety Symposium (IHSS) will take place Sept. 26-29 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The symposium is being organized in cooperation with the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCAA), the FAA, NASA, France’s BEA (Bureau d’Enquêtes et d’Analyses pour la Sécurité de l’Aviation […]
Miller Electric and Weldcraft to exhibit welding innovations at Oshkosh
If you are looking for new welding solutions, visit the Miller Road Show at EAA AirVenture, July 25-31. The Miller Road Show semi trailer carries Miller Electric Manufacturing Co.’s and Weldcraft’s most popular welding and cutting products to give live demos around the country. Of special interest to the sport aviation industry are: – The […]
New FBO opens at Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport
FalconTrust Air, a 22,000-square-foot FBO, opened June 16 at Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport in South Florida. Designed to appeal to the jet set, the FBO includes a fitness center with sauna, VIP suites with regulation-sized pool tables, a personal movie theater, gourmet catering, a lounge and private rooms for pilots to relax in. For more information: […]
Analyze this: New balancer unit creates better maintenance solutions
The New ACES Model 2020HR Turbo ProBalancer Analyzer and the 2015 ProBalancer offer a choice of user-friendly features. The 2015 ProBalancer combines the economy of an entry-level balancer with spectrum analysis capabilities not typically available in an entry-level instrument. The New 2020HR Turbo ProBalancer Analyzer, with its two-channel simultaneous inputs makes performing twin engine propeller […]
NORDAM to move it European HQ to Toulouse, France
The NORDAM Group will move its European headquarters from the Netherlands to Toulouse, France, considered the aerospace center of Europe, the company announced during the Paris Air Show. The move will bring NORDAM closer to its European original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers, said Ken Lackey, CEO and president of the Tulsa, Okla.-based company. Alain Poupin, […]