Newly certified, and now available, is the EA100 Adapter from Aspen Avionics, Inc, which provides a digital-to-analog data conversion between the EFD1000 and an aircraft’s attitude-based autopilot system. The adapter enables the Evolution Flight Display’s AHRS to provide accurate and reliable attitude information directly to the autopilot, according to Aspen officials, who note customers now […]
A-2 Flight Jacket gets a makeover
Sporty’s has taken the famous A-2 flight jacket and updated it to a contemporary version. Combining classic details with modern styling, it is crafted from a soft yet rugged cabernet leather that keeps out wind and rain, but is refined enough for a night out, according to Sporty’s officials. The A-2 Ace Jacket features full […]
Exec Air Montana joins Avfuel network
Exec Air Montana, an FBO at Helena Regional Airport (HLN) in Montana, is now an Avfuel-branded dealer, offering AVTRIP points and the Avfuel and Cessna Contract Fuel programs to qualifying customers. “Exec Air Montana leadership and staff clearly see their work in general aviation as a way of life – and one they love. It’s […]
Aircraft Spruce carries CommLink Pro Angel Headset Interface
The CommLink Pro Angel, a small, lightweight aviation audio headset adapter, is now available at Aircraft Spruce. The Angel includes a built in stereo, Bluetooth wireless technology, and a multitude of input and output jacks, as well as an integrated E6B flight computer. The CommLink Pro Angel is priced at $449 and is available in three colors: black, blue, or […]
Becker Avionics debuts new cabin audio control unit
Becker Avionics has introduced its newest Audio Control Unit (ACU) ACU6101 Cabin Audio Control Panel. Designed for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft, the ACU6101 Cabin Audio Control Panel is optimized for restricted panel size applications and offers up to eight communication channels, two navigation receivers, low power consumption, as well as reduced weight and size, according […]
Fuel mismanagement bends Bonanza
This October 2008 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: Beech Bonanza. Injuries: None. Location: Salina, Kan. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The private pilot told investigators that when he switched fuel tanks […]
Indiana Aviation Museum to close
By RICK A. RICHARDS, For General Aviation News Most boys have a model airplane or two. So does Jim Read, but his collection fills an entire hangar at Porter County Municipal Airport (VPZ) in Valparaiso, Ind., and every one of them is airworthy. Now, after a decade of sharing his collection with the public as […]
Research targets barriers to flight training
If public schools had a drop-out rate of 70 to 80%, the outcry would be deafening. Yet that is what America’s flight schools overall face, and is a significant contributing factor to why the pilot population continues its downward trend, according to officials at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA). “The past 20-plus years […]
Inexpensive aerial fun
Dan Johnson, president of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association, is an expert on Light Sport Aircraft. People tried to call it Oh-nex, but the giveaway is the single seat. I get it… One-ex. The clever name is adapted from the company name and one of its models, Sonex, and fits with the Waiex and Xenos. […]