The University of North Dakota is known for its aerospace studies and its students contributions to aviation. On Wednesday at Sun ’n Fun, UND made another type of contribution: The donation of a Cessna 172 to the Central Florida Aerospace Academy. The Cessna 172 will be used by students in the avionics program. See photos […]
Hints for Homebuilders surpasses 2.5 million hits
EAA’s Hints for Homebuilders video series, which has more than 245 videos, has has surpassed 2.5 million plays by aviators worldwide. The series, hosted by experienced aircraft builders for builders of all levels, was introduced in March 2008. Since then, the variety and depth of the videos have continued to expand to meet the demand […]
Sky Arrow to be built by Italian company
The Sky Arrow is back in production. Magnaghi Aeronautica, one of the largest Italian aerospace groups, has put the popular high-wing tandem seat LSA back into production. The Hansen Air Group based in Kennsaw, Ga., is the North American distributor for the Sky Arrow. The design is coming back to production with some improvements, such […]
Mobile Link updated
A free firmware update will be released April 10 for Baron Services’ Mobile Link device on April 10, officials said at Sun ’n Fun. The Mobile Link allows XM WX Satellite Weather subscribers to display onboard weather data by running compatible apps on their mobile devices, including the iPhone and iPad. Firmware update 2.0 will […]
A captivating scene at Sun ’n Fun
By CONNIE SUE WHITE, Flying managing editor and Sun ’n Fun Today guest writer The scene of the Martin family relaxing Wednesday morning in the Vintage Area at Sun ’n Fun next to their just restored 1946 Fairchild, is captivating for more than one reason. A young family camping next to an antique airplane they […]
Mustangs & Mustangs at Fantasy of Flight
Anyone who loves the purr of a Mustang engine or the whirr of an airplane propeller will find their version of heaven on earth at the 15th Annual Mustangs & Mustangs: Legends Havin’ Fun aircraft and automobile show on Saturday, March 31, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fantasy of Flight in Polk City, […]
Jeppesen debuts general aviation portal
On Thursday at Sun ’n Fun, Jeppesen officials unveiled a new web portal for general aviation pilots called MyJeppesen.com. It will go live April 17, said David Wright, the company’s director of GA client management. MyJeppesen.com provides pilots with access to global graphic and text weather information, subscription management, product information, and customer support. “This […]
Gulf, Pacific Coast Avonics adds Flight Companion from Matchbox
Gulf Coast Avionics and Pacific Coast Avionics have added the Flight Companion from Matchbox to their product offerings. The FC-1 Flight Companion is a new lightweight multi-functional electronics instrument that provides a variety of alerts to assist pilots with their cockpit management functions. Flight Companion capabilities include an altitude alert system that alarms with change […]
Rejuvenating General Aviation
Four years ago, Ravi the Raviator didn’t even know what CFI stood for. Now he travels the country, giving inspiration talks about how to rejuvenate aviation and increase the number of people in our community. “It’s important to go out and fan that flame,” he said. “This is an opportunity to participate in one of […]