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CAV Aerospace and Kilfrost team on ice protection systems

December 16, 2008 by Leave a Comment

CAV Aerospace Ltd. and Kilfrost have teamed on a joint global marketing and engineering certification program for TKS ice protection fluids used in the general aviation industry.

CAV Aerospace manufactures and retrofits TKS ice protection systems for use on general aviation airplanes ranging from single-engine piston-powered aircraft to mid-size business jets. Kilfrost supplies fluid ice protection products to general aviation, in addition to the commercial aviation and other transportation industries.

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Foothill Aircraft named Legend Cub dealer

December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

American Legend Aircraft Co. has named Foothill Aircraft of Upland, California, a dealer for the company’s Legend Cub certified Light Sport Aircraft.

Foothill Aircraft will provide sales and support to Legend Cub operators in southern California and Nevada.

Foothill Aircraft Sales & Service, Inc. has been serving corporate and general aviation since 1952 at Cable Airport (CCB).

For more information: 909-985-1977, 903-885-7000 or Legend.aero.

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Academy of Model Aeronautics 2009 Expo set for January

December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

The 11th Annual Academy of Model Aeronautics 2009 Expo, featuring radio-controlled model airplanes, helicopters, trains, cars, boats and more, is slated for Jan. 9-11 at the Ontario Convention Center in Ontario, California.

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West Star Aviation adds to sales team

December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

West Star Aviation, Inc. has named Vel Kovacevich to its interior modification sales team.

He previously worked in contracts at West Star Aviation where he produced interior proposals for all of the company’s facilities. Kovacevich will continue these duties along with his new sales role.
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Engine preheating streamlined

December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Sporty’s SureStart Electric Pre-Heater weighs just 16 pounds, yet provides 20,000 BTUs of heat, capable of preheating most aircraft engines from 10°F to starting temperature in only 45 minutes, according to Sporty’s officials.

The SureStart Electric Pre-Heater plugs into a standard 110v outlet and uses less than 15 amps.
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Landmark Aviation completes expansion of White Plains FBO

December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Landmark Aviation has completed an expansion and renovation project at its FBO at Westchester County Airport (HPN) in White Plains, N.Y.

The $5.4 million project included the addition of 8,110 square foot of space, and a renovation of 15,098 square feet of existing space. Some of the additions include an executive conference room, a private VIP lounge, a snooze room and a separate galley.
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Sport Plane Dynamics named Paradise Aircraft dealer

December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Sport Plane Dynamics, represented by Ed Ricks and Jay Brentlinger, has been named the Arizona dealer of the Paradise Aircraft line of Light Sport Aircraft.

The Paradise Aircraft product line, which includes two models, the Paradise P-1 and the P-1 SP with hand controls for disabled pilots, is manufactured in Brazil and assembled in Sebring, Florida.

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AeroLEDs introduces SUNSpot

December 15, 2008 by 3 Comments

AeroLEDS has introduced the SUNSpot Landing/Recognition Light, which was designed as a “drop in” replacement for existing PAR 36 lighting applications.

The lighter weight SUNSpot eliminates radiant heat and projects 2800 lumens, equivalent to two 100-watt halogen lights. It also incorporates built-in circuitry to allow recognition “wig/wag” flashing lights that are used to increase aircraft visibility and safety during all phases of flight, according to company officials. [Read more...]

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Crownair to unveil ‘Centurion Edition’ at AOPA Expo

October 24, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Crownair Centurion Edition T210 Crownair Companies, a San Diego-based aviation maintenance and avionics company, will display its first Crownair “Centurion Edition” T210 at the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association show in San Jose, Calif., Nov. 6-8.

From spinner to tail cone, the upgraded 1977 planes features all new and state-of-the-art amenities, including a glass cockpit with Electronic Flight Instrument System, new classic blue paint scheme, RAM engine, tinted glass, wingtips with recognition lights, Super Quiet cabin soundproofing and gray leather seats with sheepskin inserts. The Crownair Centurion Edition T210 will compete with new manufactured aircraft by offering more payload, faster speeds and more range, according to company officials.

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US Aviation Group establishes helicopter training program

October 16, 2008 by Leave a Comment

The US Aviation Group, based in Denton, Texas, has established a helicopter training program.

Patrick Dennis, formerly of Silver State Helicopters in Las Vegas, has signed on as head flight instructor. He has developed a program that takes students up through IFR, CFI and Commercial ratings. The school is now using a Robinson R-22, which will soon be supplemented with an R-22 simulator, and eventually an R-44, according to officials.

Price of dual instruction is $285 an hour. Solo flight costs $235 an hour.

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