OSHKOSH – Wipaire has won approval for performance- and utility-enhancing modifications for the Cessna 182 Skylane. These modifications include the Lycoming IO-580 engine conversion and a gross weight increase to 3,500 pounds when on Wipline 3000 floats. “Our goal for this project was to provide owners and pilots a more useful, better-performing airplane, and these modifications do just […]
General Aviation
It’s Turbo Time at Oshkosh
OSHKOSH — Sonex Aircraft began accepting orders on opening day of AirVenture for the AeroVee Turbo, with deliveries to commence in the fourth quarter of 2014. The AeroVee Turbo is rated as a 100-horsepower engine at sea level, and yields “significant performance enhancement” to the Sonex line of aircraft, according to company officials. Price of the AeroVee Turbo is $10,995, […]
The Lark of Duluth showcased at Oshkosh
The Duluth Aviation Institute’s replica of the world’s first “commercial” airplane, The Lark of Duluth, is being featured at EAA AirVenture 2014 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. From July 28t-Aug. 3, more than 500,000 visitors will witness history as it was when commercial aviation began in 1914. The Lark of Duluth Benoist Type XIV Flying Boat will be featured in […]
Aircraft Spruce releases new catalog at AirVenture
Aircraft Spruce & Specialty began distributing printed copies and CD versions of its new 2014-2015 catalog at EAA’s AirVenture 2014, which kicked off Monday. The 2014-2015 catalog cover features the Zenith CH 750 Cruzer light sport kit aircraft, which is the One Week Wonder aircraft being built at AirVenture 2014. Not at Oshkosh? You can request your […]
Avidyne IFD540 gets FAA nod
Avidyne Corporation has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) approval and an Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate (AML-STC) from the FAA for installation of the IFD540FMS/GPS/NAV/COM system in more than 1,000 aircraft makes and models. “The IFD540 adds significant improvements in functionality and ease of use, while providing huge cost and time savings for a large […]
Winner of the Lightspeed Aviation VIP Trip to AirVenture 2014 revealed
William Klein of Vidalia, Georgia, was randomly selected as the winner of Lightspeed Aviation‘s VIP Trip to AirVenture 2014, a travel package valued at nearly $4,000 that includes lodging, airfare, and a suite of aviation experiences at the world’s biggest fly-in. He was entered into the drawing when he submitted a rebate form for a new Zulu.2 headset […]
King Schools launches Alaskan Aviation Adventure Sweepstakes
OSHKOSH — On opening day of AirVenture, John and Martha King of King Schools unveiled their Alaskan Flying Adventure Sweepstakes. The winner will take home a package of prizes that includes an Alaskan flying vacation for two where the winner will earn their seaplane rating and also take a bush flying course. “Alaska has a special place […]
Trig Avionics debuts new ADS-B Out solution
Trig Avionics has debuted the TN70, a WAAS GPS with companion antenna, optimized for use with Trig products for a complete ADS-B Out solution. “Equipage rates for ADS-B are set to grow,” said Andy Davis, CEO . “Our latest TN70 product provides aircraft owners with a ‘single source’ compliant solution. The TN70 is easy to install and […]
Crankshaft failure for Cirrus
Aircraft: Cirrus SR22. Injuries: None. Location: Pickens, S.C. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: A few minutes after leveling the airplane at a cruise altitude of 9,000 feet MSL, the pilot felt the engine slightly vibrate and noticed the propeller rpm began to rise rapidly. The oil pressure warning light illuminated. After unsuccessfully troubleshooting the engine problems, he […]