The satellite communication device can be paired with Garmin avionics and your phone to allow you to send messages, check weather, and more while out exploring the world.
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The Basic Aerobatic Manual updated
While the book emphasizes techniques for the Cessna Aerobat, the described maneuvers easily translate to other aerobatics-certified airplanes, ASA officials noted.
Electronic Fuel Transfer Pump approved for Erco, Forney, Alon
The STC allows owners of ERCO 415-C, CD, D, E, and G, Forney F-1, F-1A, and Alon A-2 and A2-A aircraft powered by Continental O-200A engines to replace their engine driven pumps with the new system.
Reusable window tint available for PA-28s
Originally developed for use in airliners, Just Plane Shades are now available for general aviation aircraft, starting with the Piper Archer, Arrow, Cherokee, and Warrior.
Lightspeed introduces new leather backpack for pilots
The leather backpack features pockets for a headset, charts, sunglasses, and more.
Forney and Alon added to approved model list for engine upgrade
The STC allows owners of a 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D, 415-E, 415-G, F-1, F-1A, A-2 and A2-A aircraft to replace their aging, out of production TCM C75 and C85 engines with the TCM O200A 100-hp series powerplant without the loss of Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) eligibility, according to company officials.
Garmin Smart Glide now available for G3X and G5
Garmin’s Smart Glide technology, a safety tool that helps pilots in loss of engine power emergencies by automating tasks to reduce pilot workload, is now available as a free software update for the G3X Touch and G5 electronic flight instrument in certified aircraft equipped with a GTN Xi series navigator. Experimental aircraft with G3X Touch and a G3X autopilot can also enable Smart Glide technology.
New online maintenance courses introduced
Curriculum of Part 147 schools training students to become aviation maintenance technicians.
Garmin Pilot update adds expanded NOTAM display options, enhanced airport page, and more
Expanded NOTAM display options, as well as an updated Airport page are just some of the new features in the latest version of the Garmin Pilot App.