Logical Drive has released PocketHorizon, a battery-backed Standby Artificial Horizon (Attitude Indicator) for any airplane, running on any iOS device from an iPad 3 to an iPhone to an iPod touch, using OS 4.2 or higher. The gyro is fully supported in the newer devices for quick response, but fully GPS-derived attitude is available in […]
See and be seen
Cessna Aircraft officials reported on opening day of SUN ’n FUN that the Cessna 172 Skyhawk, 182 Skylane, and 206 Stationair year 2012 models will now come equipped with the Garmin GTS 800 Traffic Alert System (TAS). This system, when integrated into the avionics package, can detect traffic in the vicinity, audibly alert the pilot […]
Brian Lindquist joins Dallas Airmotive
Brian Lindquist has joined Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul (ERO) company, as Regional Engine Manager for the Northwestern United States. Lindquist will be responsible for selling repair and overhaul services on Honeywell TFE731 engines and 36 series APU, and on Pratt & Whitney Canada PW305 engines. Lindquist spent the last two […]
Sun ‘n Fun kicks off tomorrow
The 38th annual Sun ’n Fun Fly-In kicks off Tuesday, March 27, at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (LAL) in Florida. A full day of activities is planned, from forums to the airshow to the evening program featuring the Parris Island Marine Band, who are playing as part of the fly-in’s celebration of 100 years of […]
Vertical Power introduces next-generation backup EFIS
Vertical Power has debuted the VP-400 system, a back-up EFIS that flies the aircraft safely to the best runway in an emergency, according to officials. As you fly, the VP-400 constantly searches for the best runway to land in an engine-out glide scenario, officials explained. In an emergency, the pilot presses a red button on […]
Inaugural Eagle Flights to take off at Oshkosh
The Experimental Aircraft Association’s new Eagle Flights program, the aviation orientation program for adults, will have its official kickoff this summer with inaugural flights at the EAA AirVenture fly-in, which is scheduled for July 23-29 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wis. The Eagle Flights program, which is based on the EAA Young Eagles flights […]
Groups partner to create IFR Proficiency Center at Oshkosh
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) is teaming up with the IMC Club to host three instrument flying proficiency seminars at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, held July 23-29. The IMC Club was founded in 2010 with the goal to increase proficiency and improve safety among instrument rated pilots. The club currently has 1,350 members […]
Flight school earns honorary seal
Calhoun Air Center at Calhoun County Airport in Texas has received the 2012 WOAW Certified Women Friendly Flight Training Facility seal by Women of Aviation Worldwide (WOAW). This is the second year the flight school has been awarded the seal. Calhoun County Airport manager, Dianna Stanger, commented, “Calhoun Air Center is proud that Women of […]
Team RV debuts at Sun ’n Fun — again
It’s not often you can do something for the first time, again. Team RV has had a year to anticipate its return to Sun ’n Fun to debut its one-of-a-kind performance before aviation enthusiasts from all over the world. “We can’t wait to fly at SUN ‘n FUN and gauge response from this crowd. It’s a […]