Results of extensive dynomometer testing of the certified replacement exhaust system for the Super Cub from Leading Edge Exhaust Systems, LLC (LEES) show increased power and performance. Introduced two years ago, the LEES Super Cub exhaust system replaces the original Cub exhaust plagued by an AD, which requires inspections of the muffler every 100 hours […]
AirCell offers global flight tracking capability
AirCell has added automated flight tracking capability to its suite of airborne telecommunication systems. With equipment installed in the aircraft, users on the ground can utilize Flight Explorer software to track the position of their aircraft in real time and tap a wealth of additional tracking features and functionality. The system uses any one of […]
New door seals for Cessnas approved
Aircraft Door Seals, LLC, has received FAA-PMA approval for the installation of a new door seal on all Cessna single engine aircraft, including models 336 and 337. The new seal was developed from a special rubber compound that meets military specifications as well as FAA requirements for a door seal. The rubber compound was used […]
Valley Commercial Capital “Preferred Provider” for Piper, Cessna groups
Valley Commercial Capital, the general aviation finance subsidiary of Valley National Bank in Wayne, N.J., has been granted Preferred Provider status by both the Piper Flyer Association and Cessna Flyer Association. The bank is a well-known lender to individual and corporate owners of general aviation aircraft. “We are constantly looking for new benefits for our […]
Micro Aerodynamics receives FAA approval for vortex generators for Stinson 108
The FAA has issued an STC to Micro AeroDynamics to produce Micro Vortex Generator kits for the Stinson 108 through 108-5 models. The jet-age technology provides the venerable classic with an 8% reduction in stall speed, improved aileron response and a reduced takeoff and landing roll, say Micro Aerodynamics officials. The company now holds VG […]
Safe Flight introduces landing light status annuciator
Safe Flight Instrument Corp. has introduced a landing light status annunciator. Designed for the Bell 206 series of Jet Rangers, the annunciator can be installed in most helicopters. “Typically, pilots have no indication if their landing light is working during daytime operations” said Safe Flight’s Tom Grunbeck. “Our Landing Light Status Annunciator informs pilots of […]
New book added to line-up
DARcorporation’s newest book addition is “Analysis and Design of Flight Vehicle Structures,” by E.F. Bruhn. This 1973 edition presents two major changes from the 1965 edition: Chapter A23 has been revised and expanded by Dr. Joseph A. Wolf, with the cooperation of Dr. A.F. Schmitt, the original author of Chapter A23, 1965 edition; Chapter C13 […]
For the golfer — and pilot — who has everything
Your golf driver’s head and the Golf Club Cover from JetPower Inc. is where aviation and golf meet. The exterior of the covers, created by a weekend golfer who works in the aviation industry, is made of PU leather with a polyester inner lining. The head covers fit woods up to a 460cc. Models include […]
TV news helicopters come under fire
This just in: Noise complaints at the Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) in the San Francisco Bay Area are now focusing on one segment of general aviation: helicopters used by news gathering organizations. At a recent public hearing, Hayward city officials listened to complaints from residents who are tired of being awakened by the sound of […]