Garmin has introduced the GDL 84 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) datalink, which is the latest addition to Garmin’s lineup of certified ADS-B solutions. The GDL 84 provides an all-inclusive, minimally intrusive solution for aircraft owners looking to satisfy the requirements of NextGen, while providing the benefits offered by ADS-B In without the need to significantly modify […]
New Smith & Wesson flashlight at Sporty’s
The new Smith & Wesson flashlight is now available from Sporty’s. This slim, but powerful, flashlight is the newest addition to Sporty’s line-up of Smith & Wesson products. The hands-free design incorporates white and red LEDs all in a slim profile that fits in a shirt pocket. One button operates the flashlight, making it easy […]
Brush interferes with takeoff
Aircraft: Piper Super Cub. Injuries: None. Location: Cordova, Alaska. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot was departing from a tidal beach in the tailwheel airplane. During the takeoff roll into the sun he lost visual references and allowed the airplane to drift to the right. The right wingtip collided with some brush, forcing the airplane to […]
What have you done for me lately?
Like it or not, aviation enthusiasts are often classified by non-aviation enthusiasts as “those people.” As a card carrying member of the “those people” fan club, I’m often interested in how we’re perceived and routinely blamed for the ills of society by those who don’t understand us. In general, we’re neither loved or admired. Frequently […]
No longer business as usual for ATC
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Business as usual in air traffic management won’t work, which is why the FAA Administrator is calling on the aviation industry to help in adapting and assuring the financing of new approaches. That was the message FAA Administrator Michael Huerta brought in a recent speech to the Aero Club of Washington. The […]
Lamb wins Red Bull Air Race championship
Britain’s Nigel Lamb won the 2014 Red Bull Air Race World Championship on Sunday with a dramatic victory under pressure at the season finale in Spielberg, Austria. Lamb’s second place finish secured him the championship after Austria’s Hannes Arch ended up a disappointing fourth place in a final race in front of a sell-out crowd […]
Training in aircraft valuation offered
The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) has partnered with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Jet Support Services Inc (JSSI), to provide training in aviation valuation. “ASA is excited to be extending our global footprint by partnering with experts, Embry-Riddle and JSSI to provide the best valuation courses within the aviation industry,” says International President Gary L. Smith, ASA, […]
Turbo the Flying Dog receives funding
A Kickstarter campaign to publish Turbo the Flying Dog that launched Sept. 3 became fully funded Oct. 22, surpassing 105% of its minimum goal and was ranked number two in the top 100 crowdfunding book projects. The fully illustrated book, for children ages 4 to 8, follows the life of Turbo, who is excited to […]
King Air 250 now with factory-installed payload increase
Officials at Beechcraft report that customers now can order a new Beechcraft King Air 250 with a factory-installed modification that increases the maximum takeoff weight from 12,500 pounds to 13,420 pounds, providing 1,025 pounds of payload with full fuel. “This is an important upgrade that many of our King Air 250 owners have been asking for, […]