Garmin has expanded the availability of its obstacle database to include Canada for select Garmin portables and certified avionics. Man-made structures such as towers that are greater than 200 feet AGL are included within the database. Additionally, an obstacle database tailored to helicopter operators includes man-made structures that are greater than 10 feet AGL. Customers can now […]
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Sporty’s updates iPad kneeboard
With thousands of pilots flying with iPads, the accessories are constantly being field-tested. So it was with Sporty’s iPad kneeboard, which has been enhanced and improved through customer feedback. “We’re lucky to have one big test laboratory for our products with our many employee pilots, flight school and FBO,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. […]
ASA introduces double headset bag
New from ASA is a Double Headset Bag. Constructed with a 600D black polyester exterior, 1/4-inch padding throughout, and finished on the inside with a contrasting color lining, each side of the bag has room for a headset, with hook-and-loop straps to hold them in place. Alternatively, one side can be used for a headset and the […]
Flight Outfitters introduces Apparel Line
Flight Outfitters, which produces flight bags for pilots, has launched a line of Flight Outfitters-branded clothing and accessories. The new line of apparel includes hats, shirts and outerwear.
New prop for Rockwell Commander STC’d
MT-Propeller has received an EASA STC for the next generation 3-blade scimitar composite propeller on the Rockwell Commander 114, 114A, 114B, 114TC powered by the Lycoming engines IO-540-T4A5D, IO-540-T4B5D, IO-540-T4B5 and TIO-540-AG1A. The FAA STC is in progress. Certification flight tests show the new 3-blade propeller installation on the Rockwell Commander 114, 114A, 114B, 114TC reduces ground […]
Master Logbook case introduced
While the earning and recording of flight hours and maintenance history is important, keeping them safe and secure is invaluable. The new Master Logbook Case from ASA protects and stores those irreplaceable records. The main compartment will hold logbooks up to 6-1/2 inches x 11 inches. A second interior pocket provides a place to hold documents […]
Mental Math for Pilots now available as ebook
The second edition of “Mental Math for Pilots” is now available in eBook PDF and eBook ePub formats. Author Ronald D. McElroy helps readers rev-up brainpower, allowing quick processing of complex equations while expanding mental acuity for a wide range of practical math problems frequently used in flight, according to the publisher. Quick recall and […]
Abingdon releases new watch
The Abingdon Co. has released the newest version of its travel watch Elise. Available in eight looks, Elise features three time zones that encompass one circular face. In an effort to support October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The Abingdon Co. will donate a portion of the proceeds from sales during the month of October to […]
Latest edition of Instrument Procedures Handbook released
WINGsReality EDU has released the 2015 edition of the FAA’s Instrument Procedures Handbook (FAA-H-8083-16A). The update includes substantial changes, updates, and reorganization of all seven chapters and appendices, according to officials. The handbook is an online, self-paced, self-study eBook. The original version of the book is one of the references the Instrument Rating Practical Test Standards […]