Just released is Basic Backcountry Online Ground School, an online ground school specific to mountain and backcountry flying. The new course by Latitude Aviation offers a comprehensive study of concepts and practices unique to mountain flying, covering subjects like canyon flying, density altitude, performance calculation, and more. The school put out a trailer on YouTube […]
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New edition of The Student Pilot’s Flight Manual published
The 11th edition of The Student Pilot’s Flight Manual from ASA covers everything a student needs to know from their first flight, to post-solo maneuvers, cross-country and night flying. According to ASA officials, this is a ground school textbook, maneuvers manual, and syllabus all rolled into one, providing a step-by-step course for student pilots working towards […]
Wipaire upgrades Caravan floats
Wipaire has rolled out oil bath wheels on new production Wipline 8750 amphibious floats, eliminating the need for repeated greasing. The design allows the main gear wheel bearings to be continuously lubricated using common SAE 15W50 motor oil (or equivalent), increasing the life of the bearings, company officials explained. Oil bath wheels are standard on […]
Sometimes old school is best…
Sporty’s Classic Kneeboard, one of the products offered the longest by the pilot shop, demonstrates that sometimes old school is best, according to company officials. Its simple design withstands decades of use, they note. Sporty’s Classic Kneeboard is an extra-thick aluminum board with foam backing and an elastic strap with a Velcro closure. Measuring 6” by […]
Garmin redefines flight displays and engine monitoring solutions
Garmin has introduced the touchscreen G500 TXi, G600 TXi, and G700 TXi flight displays, as well as the engine information system (EIS) TXi. Boasting a clean-sheet touchscreen design, the TXi family incorporates greater situational awareness tools, according to Garmin officials. Three displays are available, offering flexibility for panel configurations, including a 10.6-inch display, and two versions […]
Maintenance programs for piston aircraft introduced
COOPER CITY, Florida — Just launched in response to the increasing cost and maintenance requirements in the $219 billion general aviation marketplace is the AeroEngine Protection Corp. (AEPC). For protection against unexpected, costly maintenance expenses for piston engine aircraft, AEPC introduced a family of Piston Engine Service Programs (PESP). According to company officials, PESP minimizes the risk […]
CX-3 Flight Computer debuts
New from ASA is the CX-3 Flight Computer. The CX-3 performs a multitude of aviation functions and may be used on all FAA and Canadian pilot, mechanic, and dispatcher knowledge exams. Solve for time, speed, distance, heading, wind, fuel, airspeed, altitude, weight and balance equations and more. A calculator, clock, timer and stopwatch are also […]
Superbird Paint Restoration System available at Aircraft Spruce
Now available from Aircraft Spruce is the Superbird Paint Restoration System, which allows you to purchase a complete set of paint restoration system products. The system can be applied by hand using microfiber towels or with an orbital buffing machine, vastly improving the appearance of your aircraft’s exterior paint, according to Aircraft Spruce officials. The […]
Baron unveils new weather tracking and forecasting tools
Baron has introduced Aviation Weather, its suite of aviation weather data products. Baron Aviation Weather features a variety of weather tracking and forecasting tools designed specifically for use in the aviation industry, including two Baron-exclusive, proprietary weather intelligence products: Baron Flight Cross Section and Global Radar. Baron Flight Cross Section provides customers with detailed weather […]