Dynon Avionics will add integrated support for the Vertical Power VP-X Pro and VP-X Sport electronic circuit breaker systems within the SkyView Glass Panel displays. The VP-X system will enable pilots to monitor and control their entire electrical system using a SkyView display. The VP-X pilot display appears as a window along with the SkyView […]
Women in Aviation conference wraps up
The 22nd Annual International Aviation for Women Conference, which concluded in Reno, Nevada, on Saturday, Feb. 26, drew more than 3,000 attendees representing all aspects and interests within the aviation community, including military, commercial, corporate and recreational flying. “The conference is about far more than pilots, however,” said WAI President Dr. Peggy Chabrian. “We also […]
Avidyne gets FAA nod for autopilot
Avidyne Corp. has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) and Supplemental Type Certification (STC) of the DFC100 Digital Flight Control System. The STC grants approval for the installation of the DFC100 in Cirrus SR20 and SR22 aircraft. The DFC100 autopilot, designed for use with Avidyne’s Entegra Release 9 Integrated Flight Deck System, includes safety enhancements such […]
Iridium Communications CEO joins AOPA board of trustees
Matthew Desch, CEO and director of Iridium Communications Inc., has joined the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s board of trustees. The board members, all pilots, oversee AOPA and make sure it is addressing members’ priorities. “We are delighted to have Matthew Desch continue his service to AOPA as a member of the board of trustees,” […]
Poor inspection leads to gear failure
This February 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Piper Comanche. Injuries: None. Location: Mineral Wells, Texas. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The airplane’s annual inspection was done 18 days before the […]
The fuel of the future: Is it already here?
Ben Visser is an aviation fuels and lubricants expert who spent 33 years with Shell Oil. He has been a private pilot since 1985. I recently received a note from reader Scott Shroyer, who is looking to buy a used Cessna 182 with an auto gas STC. He wants to know if it is worth […]
Sun (and Fun) shine
Dan Johnson, president of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association, is an expert on Light Sport Aircraft. In the world of recreational flying — that portion of aviation that does NOT deal with transportation as a core activity — the Sun ’n Fun air show signals the beginning of the flying season. While aviators in the […]
The history of aviation and the impossible
In a blog post at The Atlantic, Alan Klapmeier, co-founder of Cirrus Aircraft and now the force behind the new Kestrel Aircraft Co., talks about a recent visit he made to the National Air and Space Museum. And while Klapmeier says that anyone who loves aviation would thoroughly enjoy the museum, both on the Mall […]
Site enhancements near completion for Virginia Festival of Flight
After years of packing up truck loads of nylon fencing, fence posts, barrels, signs, tents and more for storage, this year’s Virginia Regional Festival of Flight volunteers will have a huge logistical advantage: On-field storage. Last year The Virginia Aviation Council purchased a 40-foot SeaLand container with funds donated by Aero Industries at Richmond International […]