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Students evaluate wind effects on proposed Wright Flyer monument

Posted on May 28th, 2013 by

Dayton, OH — Engineering students at The Ohio State University have completed a project to analyze aerodynamic forces that would be faced by the 25-story-tall Wright Flyer monument being developed by the Wright Image Group of Dayton. Please share: Continue Reading →

CH 650 kit part of new book

Posted on May 28th, 2013 by

“Things Come Apart,” a new book by Todd McLellan, makes visible the inner workings of a camera, clock, power drill, iPad and a Zenith CH 650. These disassembled objects show that even the most intricate of modern technologies can be broken down and understood,... Continue Reading →

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Icon seeks FAA answer by May 31 on weight exemption

Posted on May 27th, 2013 by

Kirk Hawkins, CEO and founder of Icon Aircraft, has asked the FAA to issue a final decision by May 31 on his exemption request to increase the weight of his Icon A5 amphibious light sport aircraft (LSA) by 250 pounds.... Continue Reading →

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Plane-Power debuts high-power alternator

Posted on May 27th, 2013 by

GRANBURY, Texas — Plane-Power, Ltd. has received FAA approval of its newest lightweight, high-power aircraft alternator. Continue Reading →

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SkyCraft begins production on SD-1 Minisport

Posted on May 27th, 2013 by

OREM, Utah — SkyCraft Airplanes began production of its SD-1 Minisport this month, which will be available for order as an S-LSA starting in July. Continue Reading →

Enhanced cargo door for Cessna C-208 introduced

Posted on May 27th, 2013 by

DELAND, Fla. — North American Surveillance Systems USA (NASS) has introduced an enhanced cargo door for the Cessna Caravan 208 Series aircraft. Continue Reading →

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Cirrus debuts new training initiative

Posted on May 26th, 2013 by

Cirrus Aircraft has introduced “Cirrus Approach” — a multi-year training initiative designed to enhance pilot safety and reduce the general aviation accident rate. Continue Reading →

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Aspen Evolution backup display expands to Archer and Seminoles

Posted on May 25th, 2013 by

Piper Aircraft  has selected Aspen Avionic’s Evolution Backup Display system for its Piper Archer (pictured) and Seminole line of aircraft. The Evolution Backup Display is a fully digital, independent flight display system designed to replace mechanical backup instruments used in... Continue Reading →

New Jersey governor declares May ‘General Aviation Appreciation Month’

Posted on May 24th, 2013 by

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has declared May “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” The proclamation highlights general aviation’s substantial economic benefits and contributions to public safety. The general aviation industry in New Jersey contributes $1.7 billion to the economy annually. Continue Reading →

Garmin gets FAA nod for GTX 330, GTX 33 ES

Posted on May 24th, 2013 by

Garmin has received an Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certification (AML STC) that allows its GTX 330 ES and GTX 33 ES transponders to be installed in hundreds of makes and models of fixed-wing aircraft. This certification qualifies these products... Continue Reading →