The increase in glass panel cockpits in general aviation aircraft has not had a dramatic impact on safety, according to new research by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Foundation’s Air Safety Institute.
Navigation simulator app released
February 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Digital Aviation has released a lower cost iPhone/iPod touch version of its mobile flight simulator for radio navigation training. Radio Navigation Simulator is a 2D flight simulator, designed for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, that enables pilots and students to practice and become proficient in the use and management of VOR, VOR-DME and ADF instruments, all displayed with a Directional Gyro on a realistic flight panel, company officials said.
Becker Avionics debuts new emergency beacon locator
February 28, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Becker Avionics has introduced its new airborne Beacon Decoder (BD) 406. The Emergency Beacon Locator or Beacon Decoder (BD) 406 provides a tool for Search and Rescue organizations.
VoiceFlight app transfers iPad flight plans to GNS430W/530W
February 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
VoiceFlight Systems has released a free “Connected Talker” iPad App that allows pilots to transfer flight plans from their iPads into VoiceFlight-enabled Garmin 430W or 530W GPS units.
Gulf Coast, Pacific Coast Avionics launch new website
February 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Becker Avionics hosts Skeet Shoot
February 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Becker Avionics hosted its first annual skeet shooting event with customers and friends at the Elm Fork Shooting Sports Club in Dallas during the Heli-Expo conference earlier this month.
Dynon offers training at Sun ’n Fun
February 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Following a successful trial at Sebring, Dynon Avionics will be offering courses in the operation of its SkyView system at Sun ’n Fun, March 27 through April 1.
SwiftBroadband Antenna System certified by FAA
February 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Esterline CMC Electronics’ (CMC) SwiftBroadband compliant satellite communications (Satcom) intermediate gain antenna system, known as the CMA-2200SB, has obtained FAA and Transport Canada Technical Standard Order (TSO) approval.
Garmin enters the medium lift helicopter market with G5000H
February 14, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Garmin International Inc. has introduced the G5000H, an integrated flight deck specifically designed for twin turbine, medium lift helicopters.
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