New from Sporty’s is a Personal Weather Station. The wireless Weather Station from Fody not only measures weather, but it reports and transmits the results in real-time via Bluetooth technology, Sporty’s officials note. The Weather Station measures wind speed, wind direction, precipitation, barometric pressure, temperature (inside and out) and humidity (inside and out.) Then it transmits real-time, […]
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Free Takeoff app offers new approach to proficiency
Sporty’s new Takeoff app, with a selection of aviation content that’s continually updated, includes video tips, blog posts, podcasts, photos, and aviation news — all with the goal to make flying safer and more fun. “Takeoff is a different kind of app for Sporty’s,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “Unlike many training apps that focus on passing […]
Garmin Pilot app enhanced
Garmin has unveiled new enhancements for the Garmin Pilot app for iOS mobile devices. Pilots flying around the globe, including Europe, are now offered the option of filing VFR flight plans for free directly with the country Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) with a Garmin Pilot subscription. Additional features for iOS include a flight profile view, new VFR […]
Flight Resource offers nickel leading edge option for MT propeller upgrades
BLOOMER, Wis. — MT Composite Propeller blades for use on piston-powered aircraft have always included a stainless steel leading edge guard. This tough and replaceable edge provides superior protection from erosion and foreign object damage (FOD) for more than 50,000 blades in operation around the world. A harder and larger nickel leading edge has been standard on […]
Latest edition of AMT Oral & Practical Exam Guide released
The Third Edition of the Aviation Maintenance Technician Oral & Practical Exam Guide has been updated to reflect the most current FAA PTS and Guidance Documents. The original text by Dale Crane has been edited by Raymond E. Thompson of the College of Aviation, Western Michigan University, and covers the certification process, typical projects with required […]
Sporty’s enhances Learn to Fly Course
Sporty’s has once again enhanced its Learn to Fly Course with dozens of additions. All-new HD video segments were added for nearly 20 learning topics ranging from taxi tips to steep turns, from runway safety to ground reference maneuvers. A new “Ask a CFI” feature allows viewers to get in touch with the experienced CFIs at […]
ASA Reader Version 2.3 now available
Version 2.3 of the ASA Reader for iOS is now available from the App Store. This update includes support for the Slide Over and Split View features new to iOS 9. The Slide Over feature provides an overlay view on the side of the screen that lets a user pick a secondary app to view […]
App opens for invite-only preview
Airfoil, a new mobile app and community for pilots, has launched its invite-only preview — but pilots can request an invite. Pilots using Airfoil can connect to one another through the app, participate in discussions and buy and sell aviation-related goods. Supercharger Studio, a New York-based custom web and mobile design firm, is developing the app […]
Flush mount iPad Pro, Mini, and iPhone 6 on your panel
Guardian Avionics has released the new iFDR Panel Mount series. The mounts, designed for Apple’s iPhone 6, iPad Mini and iPad Pro (12.9-inch), hold the instrument flush with the panel. iFDR Panel Mounts create a clean and safe position for the iPhone or iPad in the cockpit and nearly connected to power and data as […]