Cessna Owner Magazine January 2018 Source Guide
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Author: Cessna Owner Organization
Garmin Announces Availability for the GDL 52
An industry-first all-in-one portable ADS-B and SiriusXM Aviation receiver Garmin announced that the all-in-one GDL 52 portable aviation receiver is now available. The GDL 52 is the first portable receiver capable of receiving...
Read MoreLegendary Aviators at ‘Warbirds in Review’ During EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2017 Now Available on DVD
Warbirds of America program among most popular at Oshkosh each year EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (December 16, 2017) — The personal stories of aviation legends and owners of iconic warbird aircraft, recorded at EAA...
Read MoreRare British Aircraft among Classic Jets Coming to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2018
British Meteor, Venom, and Vampire to join U.S., Canadian, Soviet jets at event EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (December 14, 2017) — Some of the oldest jet aircraft in existence will be flying over the flightline at...
Read MoreTrig Introduces New TMA44 and TMA45 Audio Panels
With the exception of an aircraft that is unserviceable, there can’t be many things as irritating or tiresome as poor quality audio. Edinburgh based Trig Avionics solves this problem with their new audio panels which start...
Read MoreMayo Clinic Launches Online Course for Pilots Participating in FAA BasicMed
Private and recreational pilots across the country can now access the new online Mayo Clinic BasicMed Course, a free education program for pilots pursuing medical qualification through FAA BasicMed. This alternative to...
Read MoreBendixKing Announces Seven-Year Warranty Plan
BendixKing Confidence Plan extends warranty coverage on all new and previously purchased products. BendixKing, a business unit of Honeywell (NYSE: HON), has announced the BendixKing Confidence Plan, a new warranty program that...
Read MoreGarmin GDL 82 Now Certified
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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Cessna Owner Magazine December 2017
10 An Insider’s Advice to Selling an Airplane
16 Pick the PERFECT Medium (or Harder) IFR Panel
26 Cessna T-Skylane RG
32 Getting IFR Clearance and Release from Uncontrolled Fields
38 How Well-meaning Mods can Inadvertently Affect Aircraft Values and Insurance
44 One-of-a-kind Program Prepares Owners for Engine Maintenance and Repairs
48 Holiday Gift Wish Lists
54 Is it Voodoo? Is it Witchcraft?
Nope, it’s Valve Grinding Compound!
Garmin Announces FAA and EASA Approval of Additional G5 Electronic Flight Instrument Capabilities
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 Pilot Grows Feature Set for iOS and Android Mobile Devices
Garmin 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 Announces 2018 University Partners for Top Hawk Program
Textron 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 MoreTruTrak Vizion STC Approved for Cessna 177 Series
November 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 More2018 Cessna Owner MEMBER CALENDARS Now Available!
Just $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 Scholarships Now Available for Flight Training, College Studies, Air Academy Camps
EAA 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 Passes Milestone – 2,500th 180 HP Kit for Cessna 172s
Air 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 MoreGarmin Celebrates a Milestone in Aviation
Delivers 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 Offers New and Improved Insulated Engine Covers
Bruce’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 MoreHartzell Engine Technologies Acquires South Wind Line of Aircraft Cabin Heaters
Acquisition 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 MoreTextron Aviation Unveils New Large-utility Turboprop, the Cessna SkyCourier
FedEx 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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