The Instrument Rating Program, designed by Cirrus instructor pilots, combines self-study content with in-person flight training, according to company officials.
Products
Michelin collaborates with Beringer on new general aviation tire
The new tire size is specifically designed to meet the needs of a large variety of aircraft, including ultralight, light, light sport, and experimental aircraft, according to Frederic Behm, Global Segment Lead, General Aviation, Michelin.
Sporty’s introduces MA-1 AeroWear Jacket
Sporty’s Aviation Gifts has introduced a new flight jacket that pays tribute to one of aviation’s most iconic flight jackets — the MA-1 bomber jacket.
uAvionix upgrades MFD software
uAvionix has released software version v1.8.0 for its AV-20-S and AV-20-E Multi-Function Displays (MFD), an upgrade that reflects customer feedback and builds on last year’s v1.7.1 release with performance, usability, and accuracy refinements, according to officials with the Big Fork, Montana-based company.
Sling Pilot Academy integrates AI into flight training
The collaboration will bring NAVI AI’s tools directly into the hands of student pilots and instructors, supporting everything from ground school preparation to real-time flight analytics and post-flight debriefs, according to officials with Sling Pilot Academy.
Sporty’s and PilotWorkshops launch Real World Flight Review course
The course pairs Sporty’s Flight Review online video course with PilotWorkshops’ Real World VFR program, Sporty’s officials explained.
Aviation-inspired picture frames debut
The latest addition to the company’s Aviation Gifts collection takes inspiration from the beauty and nostalgia of commercial airline travel, with the frames replicating the look of jet windows.
Commercial Pilot Oral Exam updated
Arranged in a question-and-answer format, the guide lists the questions most likely to be asked by evaluators during the practical exam and provides responses. FAA references are provided throughout for further study, ASA officials noted.
An Illustrated Guide to Flying Workbook released
Designed as a companion to “An Illustrated Guide to Flying,” the workbook provides review questions for readers to solidify their knowledge of the principles and science detailed in the book, according to ASA officials.









