The OPTIMAX 365 from Spectronics Corporation is a cordless, rechargeable, UV-A LED flashlight that can identify leaks in fuel, lubrication and hydraulic aviation systems. The OPTIMAX 365 features an ultra-high intensity UV-A LED, which makes all leak detection dyes glow brightly, according to company officials. Four times brighter than other high-intensity leak detection lamps, it has an […]
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Hartzell wins PMA for alternators on Cessna aircraft
Hartzell Engine Technologies has received Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for its ASG series of alternators. The company supplies the ASG series alternators for Cessna OEM production and the PMA also provides eligibility to replace older Ford units on a variety of Cessna single and twin-engine aircraft. ASG series alternators are 24V and are available with […]
ForeFlight Mobile 7.0 add slew of enhancements
ForeFlite Mobile 7.0 is now available in Apple’s App Store. Preview some of the new features with this 3+ minute video: https://youtu.be/5V8hDMScd5I Delta Downloads Faster and smaller downloads that use less disk space during cycle cross-over time. Delivers only the ‘what changed’ data each month, resulting in a 70% to 90% reduction in download time. Available […]
MT-Propeller wins approval for Extra 300 prop
MT-Propeller has received an EASA STC for the next generation 3-blade scimitar composite propeller MTV-9-B-C/C188-18b on the Extra 300/200 powered by Lycoming AEIO-360-A1 engines. The FAA STC is in progress, company officials noted. The propeller installation: Provides damping characteristics for almost vibration free propeller operations; Has bonded-on stainless steel leading edge for best erosion protection of the blades; Provides enhanced […]
Custom Aircraft Cabinets expands metal fabrication capacity
SHERWOOD, Ark. — Custom Aircraft Cabinets (CAC) has expanded its metal fabrication capabilities. The CAC Component Fabrication Department now consists of more than 7,500 square feet of equipment, company officials noted. This expansion provides the ability not only to supply build-ready components to both the cabinet and upholstery shops, but has been designed as a “stand-alone” […]
Boldmethod launches iOS app for VFR charts and publications course
Boldmethod has launched its first iOS app for its VFR Charts and Publications Course. The app lets pilots use the VFR Charts and Publications course on their iPad and iPhone, both online and offline. The app is free to download, and can be accessed by anyone who has purchased the VFR Charts and Publications course […]
New FAR-AMT app for Android released
The FAR-AMT app from ASA is now available on Google Play. This new app for Android contains information from Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations pertinent to Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs), maintenance operations, and repair shops. Included are all relevant Advisory Circulars and Federal Aviation Regulations from ASA’s 2015 FAR-AMT print book, as […]
Avidyne introduces new transceivers
Avidyne has expanded its ADS-B 978 Series of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) solutions, adding the MLX200 and MLX210 transceivers. Both are designed for Avidyne customers flying below 18,000 feet in airspace in the Continental United States who want to meet the upcoming mandate for ADS-B Out, and also to receive Flight Information System Broadcast weather and Traffic […]
WingX Pro7 for Android released
Hilton Software has released WingX Pro7 for Android. Features include VFR Sectionals, IFR High and Low Enroutes, planned route, weather, TFRs, and Special Use Airspace overlays. WingX Pro7 for Android adds integration with Lockheed Martin’s Flight Services system, Geo-Referenced Approach Charts and will continue to be enhanced with the features already on WingX Pro7 for […]