I recently received a note from a gentleman who read my column on how to dispose of fuel that was a mixture of 100LL and auto fuel containing ethanol (What if my plane is filled with the wrong fuel? Nov. 3 issue). His suggestion was to “”just use it in your leaf blower or any […]
December 2004 Accident Reports
The pilot’s incapacitation, resulting in a loss of aircraft control.
Aktion Supply to distribute Zip-Chem and Royal Adhesives
Aktion Supply, Inc. has been selected as a distributor for the aerospace product lines of Zip-Chem Products, Inc. and Royal Adhesives and Sealants, Inc. for the western United States. Zip-Chem’s aerospace line includes corrosion inhibitors, lubricants and cleaners, while Royal Adhesives and Sealants’ latest product, Hardman WS 8020 sealant, was recently qualified to Aerospace Industry […]
LSA SportCruiser: Now with a flight training package
Customers of Sport Aircraft Works, importer and distributor of Czech Aircraft Works’ S-LSA aircraft (the Mermaid amphibian, the high-wing, cantilever Parrot sport-touring machine, and the SportCruiser) are now eligible to receive 20 hours of flight training in their own airplanes, meeting the minimum requirement for a Sport Pilot license. Training is offered at Sport Aircraft […]
Ergonomically designed handles available for tools
Bondhus Corp. introduces an ergonomically designed handle for its line of wing and flag style tools. These tools have handles with hard thermoplastic cores for strength and split resistance, and soft rubber outer coating to ensure maximum comfort and grip. For more information:
New Weldcraft TIG torch packages available
Weldcraft now has available six new TIG torch packages that offer all the components necessary for TIG welding in one package. Weldcraft offers four torch packages for air-cooled applications ranging from 150 to 200 amps and two water-cooled torch packages including either a 250- or a 350-amp torch. To complement a wide range of TIG […]
Quest chooses Millennium to design Kodiak’s interior
Quest Aircraft Company has tapped Millennium Concepts, Inc. of Wichita to design, fabricate and certify a choice of interior packages for its new 10-seat single engine turboprop utility aircraft, the KODIAK. Designed as a modern STOL workhorse, the KODIAK features rugged construction, turbine power and a high useful load ideal for back-country humanitarian and missionary […]
Radial Renegade set to take off
Murphy Aircraft Manufacturing Limited of Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada, has introduced the latest in its series of radial-powered airplanes, the Radial Renegade. The Renegade is Darryl Murphy’s first design, and continues to be a favorite among kit-builders, with more than 700 examples sold. The new development includes the addition of a 110 hp, seven-cylinder Rotec […]
IS&S granted STC for flat panel display in PC-12
Innovative Solutions & Support Inc. has received an STC for its 10-inch cockpit flat panel display system in the Pilatus PC-12. Installation of the state-of-the-art displays is available through IS&S partners, Western Aircraft and Epps Aviation, who specialize in Pilatus aircraft avionics modifications and maintenance. The system presents situational data such as TCAS, TAWS, and […]