LAS VEGAS — At the National Business Aviation Association convention, Garmin unveiled expanded capabilities and new features for the GTN series. With the latest software, pilots have access to optional Class A TAWS, ADS-B out compatibility with select third-party transponders, and scheduled message alerting. “The GTN provides a savvy solution with a number of benefits, […]
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#NBAA13: Flying Musicians make first convention appearance
LAS VEGAS — For the first time, the Flying Musicians Association has a booth at the National Business Aviation Association Convention. If you’re at the show, visit FMA at booth #N525 and drop your business card in the bowl for a chance each day to win a music CD by founding member and San Diego […]
#NBAA13: Blackhawk Composites delivers 50th cowling for engine upgrade
LAS VEGAS — At this week’s National Business Aviation Association convention, Blackhawk Composites reported it has completed production and delivery of the 50th carbon-fiber composite cowling for Blackhawk Modifications, Inc.’s XP42A engine upgrade for Cessna Caravan and Grand Caravan aircraft. Blackhawk Composites’ build-to-print shop builds parts from pre-impregnated (“pre-preg”) composite materials and composite tooling. It […]
#NBAA13: Aviation Search Group creates Business Aviation department
LAS VEGAS — Aviation Search Group, a recruiting firm for the aviation industry, has formed a new recruiting department focused on business aviation clientele. Grayson Barrows, Director of Sales, explained “Success with our business aviation customers and the recent hiring demand in this segment has grown significantly. Our extensive network within this industry, combined with […]
#NBAA13: Sheltair joins Avfuel FBO network
LAS VEGAS — Sheltair has partnered with Avfuel FBO network, a global supplier of aviation fuel and services. As part of the Avfuel FBO Fuel Network, Sheltair customers will be able to receive AVTRIP rewards points and benefit from Avfuel’s contract fuel program. Sheltair is one of the largest privately owned networks of FBOs in […]
#NBAA13: World Fuel Services debuts Alliance Card
LAS VEGAS — World Fuel Services, which provides contract fuel to the global business and general aviation industry, now offers the Alliance contract fuel card. The Alliance contract fuel card is being systematically rolled out to the more than 2,500 locations worldwide providing World Fuel Services contact fuel. In addition to support from World Fuel […]
Seat slides back on takeoff
Aircraft: Cessna 182. Injuries: None. Location: Branson, Mo. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: According to the pilot, during the takeoff roll his seat released and slid rearward. He reduced engine power. He could still reach the rudder pedals, but not the brakes. The airplane went off the runway and into a drainage ditch. The seat mechanism was […]
The experience that is Triple Tree
When my husband Henry and I decided that we wanted to fly our Luscombe 8A over to the seventh annual Triple Tree Fly-In near Woodruff, S.C., for the day on Saturday, Sept. 7, I imagined it would be a pleasant day of flying and socializing. When I woke up Thursday and decided I wanted to […]
Former AOPA president appointed chairman of Redbird
Craig Fuller, who recently resigned as president of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, has been appointed chairman of the board at Redbird Flight Simulation. Company founder Jerry Gregoire will focus on expansion strategies, research, and new product development. “For those of us in love with the technology, success is a kind of a trap,” […]