Tempest now offers a 5-year TBO warranty on its PowerFlite line of heavy duty starter motors. The Tempest PowerFlite series of aviation engine starters represents a new state-of-the-art energy efficient design providing reduced current draw and long life, according to company officials. The PowerFlite starter mounts directly to existing TCM engines and is available in […]
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Dallas Airmotive offers Super Bowl support; hosts parties for pilots
BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) will help its company, Dallas Airmotive, support aircraft operators during Super Bowl week with field service technical personnel and mobile response vehicles at key area airports. Dallas Airmotive is OEM-authorized on more than 80% of the turbine engines in operation today on business aircraft. “There are more […]
FlightMonkeys takes off
GAN blogger Jamie Beckett has launched FlightMonkeys, an online multi-media publication, with a focus on providing exceptional entertainment and information to an ever expanding aviation-centric audience. The FlightMonkeys crew is comprised of dedicated aviation enthusiasts, professional flight instructors, and proud techno-geeks who have joined forces to develop and deliver a highly specific, laser guided primer […]
AEA slates ADS-B forum
The Aircraft Electronics Association will hold an ADS-B Regulatory Technology Forum Feb. 8-9 at its headquarters in Lees Summit, Mo. Supported by the FAA, the forum is intended to address initial design and certification limitations of airborne systems as well as installation nuances of stand-alone equipment in GA aircraft and equipment interfaced to aircraft flight […]
Enhanced Ground Power Unit debuts
Audio Authority Corp. of Lexington, Ky, has introduced its Enhanced Flight Model 2860A Ground Power Unit (GPU). This updated model now provides up to 60-amps continuous, 28-volt DC power from an ordinary 120-volt AC wall receptacle, which provides ample ground power for most piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft up to 12,500 lbs., according to company […]
Borescope with UV and white light LEDs debuts
Spectronics Corp. recently introduced the CB-1000 COBRA multi-purpose borescope, which features a built-in UV LED for detection of fluid leaks and surface flaws and a white light LED for component inspection. The CB-1000 COBRA has a 10mm, 24 inch “no-droop” shaft that maintains its position for easy access into hard-to-view areas, according to company officials, […]
Bahamas & Caribbean Guide for the iPad
The 2011 Bahamas & Caribbean Pilot’s Guide is now available as an iPad app. The searchable index lets you run down through the island chains to find the island or airport you want. The bookmark feature lets you keep track of your favorites. The Bahamas & Caribbean Pilot’s Guide has been updated and published every […]
January Master Instructors named
Master Instructors LLC and its Board of Review recently accredited eight CFIs as Master Instructors. The Master Instructor designation is a national accreditation recognized by the FAA and the industry that is earned by a candidate through a rigorous process of continuing professional activity and peer review. Much like a flight instructor’s certificate, it must […]
Mid-Continent Instruments has radar in its sights
Mid-Continent Instruments has added weather radar capabilities, including calibration, overhaul, repair and exchange. The Wichita company is expanding its equipment and employees to incorporate the additional services, officials note. Mid-Continent Instruments is offering its customers factory-level support on legacy equipment, beginning with Bendix/King radars — the receiver and transmitter in the RDR 2000 and RDR […]