ASA has updated its VFR Kneeboard. The durable brushed aluminum VFR Kneeboard helps pilots organize flight data, providing a strong surface for inflight note-taking, as well as quick access to important VFR information in the form of a permanent placard, ASA officials note. The new version has updated information to reflect modern cockpit needs, including VFR […]
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Latest edition of Aviation Maintenance Technician textbook released
The latest edition of the Aviation Maintenance Technician Series: General has just been released by ASA. The Aviation Maintenance Technician Series textbooks by Dale Crane were created to set the pace for maintenance technician training and serve as an essential resource to pass the FAA Knowledge Exam, according to ASA officials. The new fourth edition […]
ASA updates IFR Kneeboard
ASA has updated its IFR Kneeboard. The durable brushed aluminum IFR Kneeboard helps pilots organize flight data, providing a strong surface for inflight note-taking, as well as quick access to important IFR information in the form of a permanent placard, ASA officials note. The new version has updated information to reflect modern cockpit needs, including […]
The Complete Remote Pilot just published
New from ASA is “The Complete Remote Pilot,” a textbook for anyone interested in getting a remote pilot certificate, which is required to operate drones for commercial use. With a friendly and readable style, authors Bob Gardner and David Ison cover all of the details involved in becoming a competent, responsible, and safe remote pilot, according […]
The Flight Instructor’s Manual updated
ASA has released the sixth edition of “The Flight Instructor’s Manual” by William K. Kershner. The manual serves as a guide for both new and experienced CFIs, ASA officials note. The new edition is organized so each chapter can be used as a stand-alone reference for a particular phase of instruction, allowing it to serve […]
ASA debuts EASA-compliant pilot logbook
New from ASA is the EASA FCL-Compliant Pilot Log, which meets European Aviation Safety Agency record-keeping requirements and complies with Flight Crew Licensing rules (EU-FCL.050) effective January 2018. An initial profile page provides room to include personal information, such as licenses held, date issued, license number, ratings, and aircraft type. Left-facing page entry columns include […]
Latest edition of ATP Oral Exam Guide released
Just released is the fourth edition of the Airline Transport Pilot Oral Exam Guide by Michael D. Hayes, which has updated references, and new and revised questions to reflect the latest regulations and procedures. An appendix, the FAA’s ATP-Airplane Multiengine Applicant Qualifications Job Aid, has also been added. All the subjects an ATP candidate will […]
New edition of Aircraft Systems for Pilots available
The fourth edition of Aircraft Systems for Pilots by Dale DeRemer has been released. In print for more than 30 years and continually updated, it serves as a comprehensive college textbook for pilots learning aircraft systems, according to officials with ASA. The book is a single-source manual of what pilots should know about basic aircraft systems, […]
ASA owner, authors receive UAA awards
Aviation Supplies & Academics owner Mike Lorden and authors Gary Ullrich and Paul Snyder were presented with the W. W. Estridge, Jr. and the John K. Lauber Safety awards during the 70th annual University Aviation Association (UAA) Collegiate Aviation Conference and Expo in Riverside, California. The Estridge Award, which honors American Airlines’ Captain W. W. […]