Sporty’s now offers a selection of kneeboards for the use of all iPad models in the cockpit. Sporty’s Bi-fold iPad Kneeboard has a stand with adjustable viewing angles to reduce screen glare. It also includes an organizer section with mesh pockets and a zippered compartment to store charging cables or screen cleaners. An exterior storage pocket and […]
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Airforms awarded new FAA PMA approvals for Caravans
BIG LAKE, ALASKA — Airforms continues to grow its line of PMA replacement offerings for the fleet of Caravan family aircraft. Airforms Part Numbers AF2615180-1 (LH Crew Door Panel) and AF2615180-2 (RH Crew Door Panel) are direct replacements for Cessna P/N’s 2615180-1 and -2. The panels are eligible for installation on all C-208 and C-208B aircraft. According to […]
iFlightPlanner launches trade-up program
iFlightPlanner has launched its Competitive Trade-Up Program, a new initiative that allows pilots using any competitive flight planning product to trade-in their existing subscription and have the time remaining on it added to their new iFlightPlanner Premium or Premium Plus membership. “We continue to push the envelope of cloud-based flight planning technology but understand that it […]
Platinum Tools debuts 22-in-1 screwdriver
NEWBURY PARK, Calif. — Platinum Tools has introduced the 22-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit (p/n 19105), which is now shipping with a suggested price of $49.95. “The handle features a non-slip, comfort grip and a shaft design that reaches screws recessed up to 5 inches deep,” explained John Phillips, Platinum Tools product manager. “The 11 double-ended shaft-style bits include multiple […]
Hartzell Trailblazer prop approved for Husky
Hartzell Propeller has received Supplemental Type Certificate approval from the FAA for installation of the company’s new Swept-Tip Trailblazer propellers on all Aviat Husky utility aircraft. The two-blade, 80-inch diameter next-generation advanced structural composite Hartzell Trailblazer swept-tip prop can now replace Hartzell’s aluminum constant-speed propeller which comes standard on the latest Husky models. “At Hartzell Propeller […]
BrightLine Bags reconfigures The Flex System
BrightLine Bags has reconfigured the Flex System, its modular gear-bag product line. “We took the notion of our original modular design and made one simple change to how the basic modules are implemented, and then we also added some new components.” said Ross Bishop, president and founder of BrightLine Bags. “This one change created a whole new […]
LoPresti debuts Cessna Citation safety upgrade
LoPresti Aviation has released an upgrade on the BoomBeam HID light kit for Citation. The BoomBeam HID lights are approved for the recognition, landing and taxi lights. “LoPresti has been in the BoomBeam lighting business for Citation’s for many years,” says Curt LoPresti, President of LoPresti Aviation. “Over these years we have constantly improved and updated […]
Trig Avionics transponder gets FAA nod
Trig Avionics has received FAA STC approval of its TT31 transponder with Garmin’s GNS 400W and 500W series of GPS navigators. Trig’s TT31 transponder is a plug and play retro-fit for the KT76A and KT78A — and it’s also ADS-B Out capable too, according to company officials. Trig CEO Andy Davis said, “There are many U.S. aircraft that have […]
Pilot Wings sunglasses now at Sporty’s
Sporty’s now offers the new Pilot Wings Sunglasses, featuring non-polarized lenses designed to enhance the environment around you while in flight. Made by Eagle Eyes, the lens technology that goes into these sunglasses has been used by NASA’s space program for its superior benefits to vision quality and eye health, according to Sporty’s officials. “Pilots […]