Split-Second Bird Strike Avoidance
AV Guardian exists for those moments you don’t see coming:
the bird you never spot until it’s too late, the impact you never expected
at cruise altitude, the risk you didn’t think applied to your kind of flying.
AV Guardian exists for those moments you don’t see coming:
the bird you never spot until it’s too late, the impact you never expected
at cruise altitude, the risk you didn’t think applied to your kind of flying.
McFarlane Alaska is proud to announce the acquisition of the T3 Tailwheel product line, bringing the trusted brand into the McFarlane Alaska portfolio.
Read Moreby Scott Sherer | News
In 1975 I purchased the first of my eight airplanes. In all, I have owned four singles and four twins. I have installed the PAI-700 compass in six of the eight airplanes. Whenever I get a new airplane, the first thing I do is to remove the old whiskey compass and put in a Vertical Card Magnetic Compass from PAI.
Here’s how I did it. It’s very easy and you can do it too in about 30 minutes.
Read MoreThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin...
Read Moreby Cessna Owner Staff | News
AOPA has released an updated version of its BasicMed guidance and online medical education course, aimed at making the certification process clearer, more accessible, and easier to navigate for pilots.
Read Moreby Scott "Sky" Smith | News
Cessna Aircraft Insurance Risks: What it really boils down to is if you are going to an air show, fly-in, or other event and you want to participate in static display, flyby, formation flying, aerobatics, etc., make sure you have the correct aircraft to meet the FAA require¬ments, the correct ratings and certificates, and the correct insur¬ance. And if you’re getting paid (fuel, rental car, rooms) know what the rules are from the FAA and the underwriters.
Read MoreHartzell Engine Tech recently received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for its patent-pending AeroForce V-Band Clamp,
Read Moreby Scott "Sky" Smith | News
e try to protect our aircraft with hangars, insurance, and tie downs, but how do we protect our avionics? How about the other stuff in the aircraft; things like handheld radios, ADS-B, headsets, and GPS?
Read Moreby Cessna Owner Staff | Avionics, News
uAvionix has expanded the AV-30-C’s capabilities with new ForeFlight integration, allowing pilots to wirelessly transfer flight plans from their iPad or iPhone directly to the panel.
Read MoreCessna 210 and 177 aircraft are required to have a special inspection of the carry-thru spar to check for corrosion and cracks. This inspection is mandated by FAA Airworthiness Directives (AD 2020-03-16 and AD 2023-02-17) and Cessna Service Bulletins (SB SEL-57-08 for the 210 and SB SEL-57-09 for the 177).
Read Moreby Cessna Owner Staff | News
This executive summary is provided by Ronald J. Weaver President of AVStar Fuel Systems in...
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A proposed piece of legislation could soon modernize one of aviation’s long-standing paperwork...
Read MoreThe FAA has released a draft plan outlining its approach to transitioning piston aircraft from 100LL to unleaded aviation fuel and is inviting pilots, aircraft owners, and industry stakeholders to provide feedback.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration have awarded contracts to begin replacing the nation’s aging ground-based radar system
Read MoreA new upgrade to the uAvionix AV-30 software (version 3.2.0) adds a new level of capability that will give pilots a streamlined Foreflight-to panel experience.
Read Moreby Cessna Owner Staff | News
Under an accelerated Surface Awareness Initiative (SAI) rollout, 55 new air traffic control towers...
Read MoreThe FAA has granted Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for Hartzell Engine Tech’s PowerUP S-1200 magneto.
Read MoreMcFarlane Aviation, a Victor Sierra company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of three Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) from P. Ponk Aviation.
Read MoreAOPA is criticizing the Federal Aviation Administration’s decision to suspend most general aviation flights at 12 major airports starting Monday.
Read MoreYou may recall that the FAA released the finalized MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness...
Read MoreKeen vision is crucial to a pilot’s safety, which is why the FAA has imposed tight restrictions on those who are recovering from eye surgery.
Read MoreIn response to customer feedback, uAvionics made some key changes to its AV-20-S and AV-20-E Multi-Function Displays
Read MoreSavvy Aviation has launched GADFly, an AI tool that analyzes flight data to help detect piston engine issues.
Read Moreby Cessna Owner Staff | Maintenance, News, safety
By AVStar Direct (Avstardirect.com) Early detection of fuel contamination is crucial to prevent...
Read MoreLaunched on July 21, 2025 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the Blackbird brings a combination of premium design technology, innovative materials, and cost-saving retreadability.
Read MoreSave This Summer If you’re considering an avionics upgrade, this summer presents the perfect...
Read MoreU.S. Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, announced a long-awaited, final version of the MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification) rule at this year’s EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Read Moreby Cessna Owner Staff | News
Bill Cox – July 4, 2025 By Diana Jones If you knew Bill at all, you knew his passion for the...
Read MoreTrig Avionics is delighted to announce that the STC for its slimline TX56 Nav/Com has now been formally recognized by EASA.
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