On January 4, 2017, Textron Aviation Inc. announced it has introduced the next generation Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck to its piston product line, including the Cessna Skyhawk 172, Cessna Skylane 182, Cessna Turbo...
Read MoreBeechcraft, Grumman, Maule, Mooney models added to Cessnas and Pipers on list EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (January 25, 2017) — More than two dozen aircraft models are now eligible to use the affordable Dynon flight...
Read MoreJanuary 10, 2017 – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today issued a final rule (PDF) that allows general aviation pilots to fly without holding an FAA medical certificate as long as they meet certain requirements...
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Read MoreMike Disbrow, president of Hartzell Engine Technologies announced that the company is offering Cessna and Piper aircraft owners a $150 trade-in credit on legacy Chrysler and Ford alternators when they upgrade to a new-generation...
Read MoreSchweiss Doors helps Minnesota man showcase his many interests FAIRFAX, Minn., December 7, 2016 – One step into his residential hangar and it’s easy to see Harlan Rohner values his leisure time and be careful not to call it...
Read MoreFamily of factory-rebuilt FAA STC’d belt-drive alternators designed to deliver abundant electrical power output for a broad array o f piston engine aircraft. Hartzell Engine Technologies’ president Mike Disbrow announced that...
Read MoreAdditional certified solutions provide pilots more options for ADS-B compliance Albuquerque, NM (December 14, 2016) – Aspen Avionics announced today it has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to interface its...
Read MoreContinental Motors Group Ltd. (CMG), an AVIC International Holding Corporation company, announces the launch of the new corporate website. With a modern look and improved functionality, it allows distributors, maintenance...
Read MoreKERNERSVILLE, N.C. (December 15, 2016) – TruAtlantic Manufacturing, a Greenwich AeroGroup company, announced it has received approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for its Cessna 206, 207 and 210 series...
Read MoreOver the last year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has made great strides toward integrating unmanned aircraft – popularly called “drones” – into the nation’s airspace. The first big step took place last December 21,...
Read MoreU.S. Navy Blue Angels include Oshkosh on their 2017 performance schedule EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (December 19, 2016) — Some of the world’s top air show performers have made their commitments to fly at EAA...
Read MoreWichita, KS – (December 22, 2016) – Wilco Vice President Mike Hattrup announced FAA approval of its modification of STC SA01827WI to convert Cessna Aircraft Single Engine Aircraft built in 1972 and after, with factory original...
Read MoreRule will streamline approval of new technologies On December 16, 2016, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final rule that overhauls the airworthiness standards for small...
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38 The Cessna 175 Skylark: Too Much, But Not Enough
46 What Instrument Pilots Need to Know about IFR Alternates
58 Undervalued Value
The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) will again promote “12 Planes of Christmas,” an online giving campaign. Located at www.SupportCAF.org, the campaign provides an opportunity to aide in the restoration and maintenance of the...
Read MoreNovember 23, 2016 – EAA’s involvement in finding the best possible high octane unleaded aviation fuel as a successor to 100 low-lead gasoline continues, as the FAA-Industry Piston Aviation Fuel Initiative (PAFI) evaluates...
Read MoreVisit Aircraft Spruce for a number of options on Tanis Products. Tanis was the first to develop engine-mounted preheat systems for piston engines, offer helicopter preheat, turbine preheat, and the first and only manufacturer to...
Read MoreCessna Aircraft Company, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced that the second aircraft in the Citation Longitude flight test program has successfully completed its first flight just...
Read MoreFree online courses available to EAA Young Eagles following their flights The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) and Sporty’s Pilot Shop are doing their part to ensure the next generation of aviation thrives, as more than...
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