By PETER M. BOWERS. Lyrical writers who comment lovingly on the glories of the era of the big rigid airships – Zeppelins, to give the name of the German originator to all of them – frequently call them “Silver Giants” or something similar. Whatever the noun, the adjective “silver” always seems to get in there. […]
Icing conditions lead to crash that kills three
These April 2003 Accident Reports are provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, they are intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Beech Bonanza. Location: New Vienna, Iowa. Injuries: 3 Fatal. Aircraft damage: Destroyed. What reportedly happened: A CFI was attempting to fly a charter flight […]
Premier Air Center receives STC for Falcon 20 Universal EFI-890R flat panel
Premier Air Center has received an STC to install the Universal Avionics EFI-890R Flat Panel for all models of Dassault Falcon 20 Aircraft. The new Falcon 20 STC is certified under FAA Part 25 for approach and landing. The Universal EFI-890R Electronic Flight Instrument modernizes the Falcon 20 flight deck by offering advanced, large-format 8.9-inch […]
PS Engineering adds Sirius satellite radio to audio system
PS Engineering, Inc. introduces the PMA8000-SR audio selector panel. The PMA8000-SR includes all of the current audio panel functions, plus functions such as split mode, a dedicated cellular telephone interface, a six-place high-fidelity stereo intercom with dual independent music inputs, a marker beacon receiver, and a built-in Sirius satellite receiver. Sirius offers more than 120 […]
Evergreen Aviation Museum now selling Hughes documentary
In December 2003, the Evergreen Aviation Museum premiered its newest documentary endeavor “Dream to Fly: Howard Hughes and the Flying Boat.” The film, which chronicles the history of the famous “Spruce Goose,” is now available for sale. The documentary explores the truths and myths behind one of the world’s most famous airplanes, the “Spruce Goose.” […]
FlightPrep.com showcases new product features
FlightPrep.com will showcase new product features during Sun ‘n Fun. ChartCase Professional now features Moving Approach Plates. A GPS receiver sends position information to the ChartCase Professional software. Aircraft position is displayed right on top of the approach plate. This is a tremendous improvement for situational awareness, company officials claim. ChartCase Professional also includes Moving […]
Panther Electronics now shipping 21st century headphone replacement
A new Stereo Aircraft Headset C.A.T. System is now available from Panther Electronics. The molded earpiece system, which weighs just two ounces, replaces conventional headphone systems. Noise reduction beats most, if not all, the ANR (Active Noise Reduction) conventional headsets currently available, company officials claim. The noise reduction rating (NRR) with custom molded ear pieces […]
A new propeller for Skyvans
MT-Propeller has received an STC for use of its five-blade, composite propeller on Short Brothers SC7 Skyvans. It is the first time that one of MT’s propellers has been certified in Europe for a turboprop aircraft. The propellers, in modern Scimitar design, are 92.5 in. in diameter and “offer, in comparison to standard aluminum propellers, […]
Lincoln Electric’s LF-72 wire feeder now available in Ready-Pak configurations
No matter what your production shop requires, Lincoln Electric has a Ready-Pak for you. Ready-Paks group Lincoln’s industrial wire feeder, the LF-72, with any of four available welding power sources. The result is a pre-assembled package that is quick and easy to set up – all you need to add is wire and gas. The […]