One of the nice things about being a grandmother and a pilot is that I can say what I want in print without being unduly flamed. Southern gentlemen have a hard time chastising their mothers and grandmothers, so I plan to take advantage of that regional trait and verbally attack the noun “”mission”” as it […]
Convictions: Done some time? Don’t lie about it during your medical or you may stay ground bound
Many years ago, an airman visited my office at six-month intervals for his Class I medical. He was approximately 35 years old, in good health and his 8500-8 was always filled out perfectly with “no’s” on all of the items, particularly on item 18 in regard to misdemeanor or felony convictions. He came to my […]
Cross-country flight ends in farmer’s field
These January 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: Cessna 150. Location: Garner, Iowa. Injuries: None. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The student pilot was on a cross-country flight. He told investigators […]
Navguard brings security to your parked airplane
Electronic security systems have been a part of the auto industry for some time now. Until now, the only security for aircraft were prop guards and door locks. Engineers at E&E Electronic Engineering Research have created an electronic security system, the Navguard EE777AB, that is both portable and monitored. The unit is completely self contained, […]
Kick the bucket with Eagle One
Wish you could wash your plane without lugging around a heavy bucket of suds? Eagle One has the answer with the introduction of Bucket-Free Car Wash, a spray-on soap that eliminates the need for a bucket while providing a faster, easier and better wash. Bucket-Free has a super-concentrated formula that produces thick, foamy suds that […]
L-3’s WAAS-GPS LandMark TAWS receives FAA certification and STC
L-3 Avionics Systems has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) certification for its new LandMark TAWS Model 8100 with WAAS-GPS sensor. Shortly after receiving the TSO, L-3 Avionics Systems was awarded the STC aboard the company’s King Air C90. The LandMark 8100 TAWS utilizes an integrated WAAS-GPS sensor, eliminating the need for multiple inputs from other […]
High-tech portable GPU now available
Enhanced Flight Group of Lexington, Kentucky, has introduced a new type of Ground Power Unit (GPU) designed for piston and light turbine aircraft. The 978 Series GPU represents a dramatic departure in ground power design. It is lightweight — about 22 lbs. — and easily portable. It uses high-efficiency switching-mode power technology to provide massive […]
AvMap/Navigation introduces EKP-IV GPS navigator
The aviation division of AvMap/Navigation (formerly C-MAP/Aviation) has introduced a new addition to its Electronic Knee Pad (EKP) Series of moving map portable GPS navigators. The new EKP-IV expands on many of the advanced features of its predecessor – the EKP-IIIC. Like the EKP-IIIC, the EKP-IV features a brilliant color sunlight-viewable LCD display. Menu keys […]
DPI Labs brings video conferencing into the bizjet world
DPI Labs, a developer and manufacturer of high-end specialty avionics and aircraft cabin management systems, is bringing video conferencing capability to the business jet world. The company now incorporates Tandberg’s visual communications solutions in its equipment to allow busy executives “face time” with their employees, clients and others. For more information: 909-392-5777.