Weldcraft has launched a new customer service line to provide additional support for its TIG welding products. The new line — 800-752-7620 — offers distributors and customers quick and easy access to factory-direct contacts who are trained to provide technical assistance, troubleshooting tips and other solutions, according to Mike Sammons, business development manager at ITW […]
Aircraft Spruce offers the ultimate in tie-down kits
For people overnighting away from their home airports, the absence of hangar space, tie-down rings or cables can be frustrating. An ACS tie-down kit provides a secure option. Move the aircraft onto the grass, drive three of the anchor rods through the wheel chocks and then clip the tie-down straps to the chocks and the […]
New STC means 100-pound gross weight increase for Skyhawk
Power Flow Systems, manufacturer of the Power Flow Tuned Exhaust, has received FAA approval for an STC that increases the gross weight of the C172N model with 0-320 engines. The only requirement is installing a cowl cooling lip and limiting flap travel to 30°. Cost: $300. For more information: 386-253-8833.
Building an RV? Here’s the book for you
“24 Years of the RV-ator” is a 420-page book that contains every technical article from past issues of the builders’ and pilots’ newsletter, the RV-ator. Each article is reproduced, with photos and drawings, and arranged to follow the same sequence as you build, test and fly an RV. Articles cover everything from building the empennage, […]
“Ram-air” STC now available for Grumman AA-5 Traveler and AA-5A Cheetah
Approach Aviation Development, Inc. has received an STC for an alternate air system for Grumman AA-5 Travelers and AA-5A Cheetahs. The new “RAM-Air” system is designed to provide an alternate source of induction air to the engine without the restriction of the standard induction air filter. It allows the pilot to bypass the induction air […]
Private label batteries save Citation owners money and maintenance
Wilco private label aircraft batteries can save Cessna Citation owners money and maintenance. The Wilco battery is a Concorde Maintenance Free Valve Regulated Sealed Lead Acid Battery with a Wilco label. STC paperwork is included with both the Wilco private label and Concorde batteries. No modification is required for any aircraft, and there is no […]
TeleType adds Victor Airway support
TeleType Co. expands its TeleType GPS WorldNavigator aviation product for both VFR and IFR navigation by adding Victor Airways support. This reduces the effort required to enter complex flight routes. The Pocket PC-based system allows a pilot to enter a route giving the entry fix on a Victor Airway and the exit fix for that […]
PAMA adds professional development workshop to annual symposium
The Professional Aviation Maintenance Association has added a Maintenance Resource Management seminar to its professional development workshop offered at PAMA’s annual maintenance symposium. The new seminar focuses on reducing operational costs and preventing accidents and injuries. The two-day training session, which will be held March 6-7 at Harrah’s Las Vegas, will be led by Al […]
Educated Owner series now available on DVD
Approach Aviation has released The Educated Owner Video Series on DVD. The series is dedicated to helping aircraft owners and pilots increase safety and reduce the costs associated with aircraft ownership. The series covers preventive maintenance, the annual inspection and introduction to aircraft ownership. Retail price for each volume is $39.95. For more information: 877-564-4457.