L-3 Avionics Systems has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) certification for its new LandMark TAWS Model 8100 with WAAS-GPS sensor. Shortly after receiving the TSO, L-3 Avionics Systems was awarded the STC aboard the company’s King Air C90. The LandMark 8100 TAWS utilizes an integrated WAAS-GPS sensor, eliminating the need for multiple inputs from other […]
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Kick the bucket with Eagle One
Wish you could wash your plane without lugging around a heavy bucket of suds? Eagle One has the answer with the introduction of Bucket-Free Car Wash, a spray-on soap that eliminates the need for a bucket while providing a faster, easier and better wash. Bucket-Free has a super-concentrated formula that produces thick, foamy suds that […]
Ametek Aerospace introduces next generation active fuel probe
Ametek Aerospace & Defense has developed a new generation of active liquid-level probes that offers significant weight and cost savings, while providing performance advantages over alternative fuel gauging technologies. The next-generation probe design offers reduced minimum gauging height (improving system accuracy), insulating end cap (permitting closer skin spacing), all electronic calibration (no mechanical potentiometers), self-shielding […]
Navguard brings security to your parked airplane
Electronic security systems have been a part of the auto industry for some time now. Until now, the only security for aircraft were prop guards and door locks. Engineers at E&E Electronic Engineering Research have created an electronic security system, the Navguard EE777AB, that is both portable and monitored. The unit is completely self contained, […]
Miller debuts 2005 catalog
Miller Electric Manufacturing Co. introduces its 2005 catalog, which provides technical specifications, features, benefits and selection tips for Miller’s line of welding and plasma cutting products and accessories.The 84-page catalog also features a glossary of welding terms for those who may be unfamiliar with terminology. To receive the catalog, which is free, call 800-4-A-MILLER (800-426-4553) […]
Educated Owner series now available on DVD
Approach Aviation has released The Educated Owner Video Series on DVD. The series is dedicated to helping aircraft owners and pilots increase safety and reduce the costs associated with aircraft ownership. The series covers preventive maintenance, the annual inspection and introduction to aircraft ownership. Retail price for each volume is $39.95. For more information: 877-564-4457.
PAMA adds professional development workshop to annual symposium
The Professional Aviation Maintenance Association has added a Maintenance Resource Management seminar to its professional development workshop offered at PAMA’s annual maintenance symposium. The new seminar focuses on reducing operational costs and preventing accidents and injuries. The two-day training session, which will be held March 6-7 at Harrah’s Las Vegas, will be led by Al […]
Owl keeps an eye on hypoxia
Although there are federal regulations for the use of oxygen when flying, many high altitude pilots and physicians recommend the use of oxygen at altitudes even lower than Federal Aviation Regulations require. Some pilots may begin to experience symptoms of hypoxia at altitudes as low as 5,000 feet. One of the biggest problems of detecting […]
BirdShield repels birds — with no noise, no electricity
BirdShield is a food-grade, biodegradable bird repellent that reduces bird nesting and roosting on structures, roofs, interior or exterior walls — anywhere at the airport. It can even be sprayed directly on nests. Liquid BirdShield dries, leaving a residue with a grape-like odor. This odor irritates birds, yet is environmentally friendly and harmless. Once birds […]