Northwest Turbine, LLC of Spokane, Wash., has received FAA certification for its “Royal Turbine” Duke aircraft. The “Royal Turbine” Duke is modified under contract by Rocket Engineering, which also contracts to modify the Piper Malibu/Mirage “JetPROP” and the Beechcraft Bonanza “TurbineAir.” All three products utilize the Pratt & Whitney PT6-A turbine engine. The pressurized, six-place, […]
Sharp Details introduces paint restoration process
Sharp Details has introduced a complete paint restoration and protection process for aircraft. “This is a process that offers significant cost savings over repainting the aircraft,” said President and CEO Jim Garland. “In addition to the outright cost of stripping and repainting an aircraft, it must be taken out of service for two or three […]
ARINC gets FAA nod for expanded service
ARINC Direct SM Aircraft Services has received expanded FAA Part 145 Certification to perform full-service aircraft maintenance at its repair station in Colorado Springs, Colo. (COS). The company’s 20,000-square-foot facility can now provide maintenance service for the majority of modern business jet aircraft, in addition to the avionics integration, instrument and accessory overhaul and repairs […]
Ready to cross the continent?
For many adventurous pilots, crossing the United States is an adventure they would like to undertake, but would prefer to share with other pilots. Air Journey is planning a transcontinental journey of 1,960 nm starting July 31 and lasting until Aug. 11. The journey begins in Waupaca, Wis., and ends in California. On the way […]
Contract fuel authorizations now online
Schedulers, dispatchers and pilots now can create online authorizations for Commercial Contract Fuel purchases at Avfuel.com. There are now three ways to purchase Commercial Contract Fuel from Avfuel. Present a Commercial Contract Fuel Card for authorization at the point of purchase, call Avfuel ahead of the flight to arrange a specific fueling, or authorize a […]
Gulfstream IV latest addition to FlightWorks fleet
FlightWorks recently added a long range Gulfstream IV to its growing fleet. The Gulfstream IV is based at McCollum Field in Atlanta. The GIV has a range of more than 4,000 nm, with speeds up to 547 miles per hour. For more information: 800-255-1971.
Duncan Aviation teams with Midwest Air Products Co.
Duncan Aviation recently signed a new sales and service agreement with Midwest Aircraft Products Co. (MAPCO). MAPCO product lines include hot and cold water containers, warming ovens, food handling trays and storage units, ice drawers, waste containers, carts, etc. Duncan Aviation will stock common repair parts and will be able to repair and service most […]
Be PIC of your vital information
Designed by AvShop to meet the needs of pilots everywhere, leftse.at offers members the ability to be the “pilot in command” of vital information. leftse.at enables pilots to plan flights using tools that are compiled for their benefit. Before takeoff, pilots can see aerial views of any U.S. airport to plan their approach and manage […]
Million Air acquires Cessna Citation XL for its charter fleet
Million Air Salt Lake City has added a Cessna Citation XL to its fleet, bringing the total number of aircraft available for charter to 12. The new addition further diversifies Million Air’s current fleet, which includes aircraft from Pilatus, Lear, Raytheon, Cessna and Gulfstream. For more information: 801-359-2085.