The new Model 652 Windlock door by US Door and Building Components Inc. is designed to resist hurricane force winds and is compliant with most coastal building code requirements. The Model 652 includes the new UHM Nylon windlocks, which allow for smooth and quiet operation without metal-to-metal contact. In addition to windload resistance, the door, […]
New software tool predicts risk of obsolete parts
ARINC Inc. has a new product company officials say can extend the life of complex electronic and mechanical systems built into aircraft, vehicles, military weapons, and communications equipment. By predicting when electronic parts and other components may become obsolete, the ARINC Logistics Assessment and Risk Management (ALARM) System helps identify high-risk components, suggests alternatives and […]
Glass cockpit systems introduced
Peschges Variometer GmbH has introduced two new glass cockpit systems: VP-EFIS and VP-EMS. Both are based on a 10-inch transflective TFT display, which provides best readability in bright sunshine, beneath dark clouds or at night. A weight of less than 2 lbs. each and a low power consumption of about 0.7 Amperes each makes it […]
PrivateSky Aviation Services earns STC for Gulfstream Class A TAWS
PrivateSky Aviation Services, Inc., in Fort Myers, Fla., has earned FAA approval for the Gulfstream G1159, G1159A and G1159B to install a newly engineered Class A TAWS with multifunction display and radar control panel. PrivateSky, located at South West Florida International Airport (RSW), is the world’s largest independently owned FAA certified service center specializing in […]
New laser probe cuts scanning time
Laser Design has introduced what company executives say is the industry’s fastest laser scanning probe on an articulated arm, providing a 33% to 50% reduction in scanning time on any complex part. The new SLP-330 Scanning Laser Probe is designed for use with the Romer CimCore Infinite, 3000i, and Stinger II Portable CMM Articulating Arms, […]
King Practical Risk Management courses expand
Statistics from insurance company Avemco show the King Practical Risk Management courses reduce the losses of Avemco’s insured pilots, says Jim Lauerman, Avemco’s chief underwriting officer and executive vice president. “After two full years of monitoring the results, the numbers have become statistically significant,” he said. “This is a real win-win situation. Our customers are […]
Chelton EFIS chosen for Paris Jet
When Your Aircraft Source decided to launch a refurbishment program using the MS-760 Paris Jet, they decided that the appropriate upgrade for the panel would be a Chelton EFIS. Paris Jet production, located at Calhoun Airport near Atlanta, has remanufactured 20 copies of the rugged, aerobatic, four-place light twin. Their first issue was introduced at […]
All Weather launches AWOS Net
All Weather, Inc. has launched AWOS Net, an aviation weather web server to provide fully integrated, remote displays of FAA certified weather data over a vast array of network environments, including the Internet. All AWOS Net data elements are fully FAA certified, including wind speed and direction, visibility, temperature/dew point, humidity, cloud height, and pressure. […]
New Ready Ratchet stores sockets in handle
Ready Products introduces the new Ready Ratchet, which stores sockets in a snap-in locking socket tray in the handle. Manufactured from composite materials with a contoured handle, the Ready Ratchet exceeds national specifications for torque, making it ideal for aircraft maintenance applications. A quick release cap keeps the sockets secure when not in use. The […]