Garmin announced that their GDL 82 ADS-B datalink is now certified and early orders have started shipping. The GDL 82 is a small, lightweight Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) with built-in GPS that uniquely integrates with the...
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Garmin announced it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval of additional G5 electronic flight instrument capabilities, including the installation of G5 in place of...
Read MoreGarmin announced the addition of new features for the Garmin Pilot application for Android and iOS mobile devices. Garmin Pilot 6.2 for Android incorporates approach chart overlays on the moving map, enhancements to stadium...
Read MoreTextron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced it has selected the following universities for the 2018 Top Hawk program: Middle Tennessee State University, University of Dubuque, Lewis University,...
Read MoreNovember 16, 2017 – EAA STC, LLC has received FAA approval to begin selling STCs for the Cessna 177 series for the installation of the TruTrak Vizion Autopilot. The Approved Model List (AML) for this STC also includes...
Read MoreJust $9.95 (plus shipping)* If you are a current Cessna Owner Organization Member, chances are you’ve already received your complimentary 2018 Cessna Owner calendar with your December 2017 edition. However, if you’re NOT a...
Read MoreEAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (November 28, 2017) — More than $135,000 in financial aid opportunities for flight training, college aviation studies, and EAA residence camps are now open for applications through the...
Read MoreAir Plains Services, a world leader in extreme performance upgrades for a variety of general aviation aircraft models, marked a major milestone in September with its 2,500th 180 HP engine upgrade for Cessna 172 piston aircraft....
Read MoreDelivers One-Millionth Certified Product On November 22, 2017, Garmin International, Inc. a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), celebrated the delivery of the one-millionth certified avionics product from its manufacturing...
Read MoreBruce’s Custom Covers announced their new and improved insulated covers for aircraft engines. Insulated covers from Bruce’s are constructed using 3M Thinsulate for superior heat retention and WeatherMax performance...
Read MoreAcquisition will enable Hartzell Engine Technologies to improve support for aircraft owners affected by the recent FAA AD on South Wind cabin heaters. Montgomery, AL, (November 27, 2017) — Mike Disbrow, president of Hartzell...
Read MoreFedEx Express signs as launch customer for up to 100 aircraft November 28, 2017 – Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced its new twin-engine, high-wing, large-utility turboprop – the Cessna...
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Regardless of the weather, your 180HP Extreme Performance Cessna 172 should keep its cool when it comes to engine temperature. If it’s running hotter than normal, Air Plains Services, a global leader in extreme performance...
Read MoreOn October 20, 2017, the Federal Aviation Administration, Chicago Aircraft Certification Branch, approved the application by the STC Group LLC to add Piper Cherokee PA 28 aircraft to the list of certificated aircraft eligible...
Read MoreAdvance purchase admission tickets and camping credentials are now available for the 66th annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in, providing greater convenience for those traveling to the “World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.”...
Read MoreThe Experimental Aircraft Association will recognize the contributions made to the world of flight by five people as they will be inducted into the EAA Sport Aviation Halls of Fame on November 9 during a ceremony at the EAA...
Read MoreWipaire, Inc. has rolled out oil bath wheels on new production Wipline 8750 amphibious floats, eliminating the need for repeated greasing. The design allows the main gear wheel bearings to be continuously lubricated using common...
Read MoreThe CX-3 Flight Computer 13-01040 provides a fast, accurate flight computing solution and takes confusion out of the equation for ground school study, preflight planning, and enroute navigation. Fast, versatile and easy to use,...
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