Aspen Avionics reports that FAA certification has been received for its latest software upgrade, which includes several additional ADS-B display features on its Evolution 500/1000 multi-function display (MFD). The latest software upgrade includes textual METARS information displayed on the MFD, which provides an intuitive display of subscription-free weather data in an easy-to-read format, company officials noted. […]
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Sun Flyer sales and service center launches in Florida
NAPLES, Florida — Aero Electric Aircraft Corporation (AEAC), which is developing the “Sun Flyer” solar-electric training aircraft, and TC Aero Group, which offers maintenance, repair and overhaul with facilities in Florida and Minnesota, have launched a Sun Flyer sales and service center for the state of Florida. The operation, based in Naples, will be part of Prime […]
FAA dedicates new Tucson control tower
TUCSON, Ariz. — FAA Administrator Michael Huerta recently joined federal and local officials in dedicating the new air traffic control tower at Tucson International Airport (KTUS). The new tower is 252 feet tall, about double the height of the old tower, which served the airport for 58 years. It provides air traffic controllers with better airfield […]
FAA proposal designed to boost pilot professional development
The FAA has released a new proposal designed to enhance the professional development of airline pilots. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking notes the FAA wants to ensure that pilots adhere to standard procedures and prevent behavior that could lead to pilot errors. The rule would require leadership and command training, and mentoring training for pilots-in-command. It […]
Drones not welcome at air shows
Leave the flying to the professionals. That’s the message coming from the International Council of Air Shows (ICAS) out of concern for spectator safety and the safety of air show pilots who fly nearly 10,000 performances at over 300 North American events annually. Supporting the FAA’s “No Drone Zone,” “Leave Your Drone at Home,” and “Know […]
Homebuilts to be featured at DeLand Sport Aviation Showcase
Homebuilt aircraft — and their owners and builders — will share the center stage at the first DeLand Sport Aviation Showcase, set for Nov. 3-5, 2016, at Florida’s DeLand Municipal Airport. Nearly 100 exhibitors from Maine to Washington State and the Czech Republic to Brazil have confirmed their participation in Showcase 2016, according to organizers. They will […]
Redbird launches sim financing program
Redbird Flight, in partnership with Bank of the Ozarks Business Aviation Group, have formed Redbird Finance, a new program providing finance options for Redbird flight training systems and services. Financing options are available for the entire line of Redbird products and can be customized to fit the needs of each flight training organization, according to company […]
Pilot Partner releases free tools for CFIs
Pilot Partner’s newest release of the CFI Dashboard includes many new features that are free for CFIs. These tools are aimed at allowing a CFI to more efficiently track a student’s progress through a training program such as the Airman Certification Standard (ACS) Private Pilot or Instrument course, according to officials. The tools allow a […]
Arizona’s Grapevine airstrip one step closer to re-opening
Grapevine airstrip, located in Arizona’s Tonto National Forest, is one step closer to being fully opened and charted, according to officials with the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF). The RAF and Arizona Pilot’s Association (APA) have worked with Tonto National Forest personnel nearly four years toward this goal. Most maintenance and improvements are complete, the most […]