Notice Number: NOTC6196 FAA Safety Team | Safer Skies Through Education The September/October 2015 issue of FAA Safety Briefing focuses on general aviation instrument flight training and IFR proficiency. Articles in this issue...
Read MoreNotice Number: NOTC6203 FAAST Blast — Week of September 20-26, 2015 Biweekly FAA Safety Briefing News Update Simplifying Attitude Indicator Replacements On September 14, 2015, the FAA published policy statement PS-ACE-03-08,...
Read MoreOn September 2, 2015, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published updated guidance on model aircraft operations that reflects current law governing hobby or recreational use of unmanned aircraft. Advisory Circular (AC)...
Read MoreTOCSIN 3 includes three alarm modes and adjustable levels Carbon monoxide is a serious threat to general aviation pilots, but regular household monitors don’t make the cut. That’s why Sporty’s is proud to introduce the TOCSIN...
Read MoreAero Accessories, Inc. (Tempest) has issued Service Bulletin SB-010 which addresses potential engine and fuel pump damage. Aero Accessories highly recommends you READ THIS BULLETIN IMMEDIATELY! Service Bulletin SB-010 If you...
Read MoreOn September 15, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) signed agreements with two international regulatory partners, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Transport Canada (TCCA) that allow the authorities to rely...
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Fly With the Wind: Women in Aviation, International by Donia Moore, The Not-So-Simple Science of Seats by Floyd Allen, ADS-B Update: More Affordable Options are on Approach by Bob Hart, Featured Plane – Piper Matrix in the First Decade by Bill Cox, Wind Shear: the Invisible Killer by Bill Cox, Whether or Not to Weather the Weather by Tom Machum
Read MoreAviator sunglasses with built-in reading lenses Three new aviator-style sunglasses will help pilots who need “cheaters” to read in the cockpit. These sunglasses are both stylish and functional and feature integrated reading...
Read MoreAerospace software and hardware providers join forces to enable en-route flight profile optimization for tablet Electronic Flight Bags Aerospace software provider PACE has teamed up with UTC Aerospace Systems, a unit of United...
Read MoreAugust 27, 2015 – Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 (PBOR2) continues to be the best path forward to a successful outcome of long-fought third-class medical reform. Though the bill has encountered a number of roadblocks during...
Read MoreAt Aircraft Spruce we understand how difficult it can be justifying buying a new headset when the one you already have still works. We also know how much satisfaction pilots get from having the right equipment which is why we...
Read MoreEAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH – EAA continues to push hard to bring Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 (PBOR2) to a successful outcome in Congress. Thanks to the flood of calls from EAA members to their senators in support of PBOR2, the...
Read More“AirVenture 2015 exceeded our expectations on many levels,” said EAA Chairman Jack Pelton. “With near-perfect weather for the entire event, we filled Wittman Regional Airport and our convention site to capacity with...
Read MoreOshkosh, Wisc., July 20, 2015 – Piper Aircraft and Hartzell Propeller are working together on approval for a five-blade composite propeller for the Piper Meridian and M500 through a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)....
Read MoreThe Garmin VIRB XE is a waterproof camera system that shoots high definition video at 1080p/full HD. Shooting 10 frames per second, the VIRB XE requires no case for water protection and has a one touch control switch, making it...
Read MoreOLATHE, Kan. /July 16, 2015/Business Wire — Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced an all-digital series of Bluetooth enabled audio panels, the GMA 350c, GMA 35c and GMA 350Hc. Designed...
Read MoreEvolution Synthetic Vision and recently certified Angle of Attack indicator packaged with the purchase of Evolution Pro 1000 Primary Flight Display July 21, 2015: Aspen Avionics introduced the Evolution Pro Plus safety package....
Read MoreAs an industry leader, Hydroswing® listened to potential customers who didn’t have the room for a “swing out” door system and designed the perfect alternative. Hydroswing® is proud to introduce the revolutionary, but...
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How to Perform a Perfect Slip … and make all your pilot friends jealous! by Jim Cavanagh, Caribbean Air Rally: Sixth Edition by Catherine Tobenas, Aerobatics in an Everyday Airplane by Catherine Cavagnaro, Tired of the Singles Scene? Try Flirting with Twins! by Jim Cavanagh, The Oft-overlooked Parking Brake by Thomas P. Turner, Featured Plane – The Aerostar 700: Still the Fastest by Bill Cox, 21 Tips for the Pattern by Bill Cox, 7 Tried & True Tips to Remove Stubborn Screws and Rusted Bolts by Jacqueline Shipe, Flight Following is Your Friend by Tom Machum
Read MoreVeterans Airlift Command Connecting Planes, Pilots and Combat Wounded By Sally Marks Many pilots describe flying as a speedy, exhilarating and liberating experience. Unfortunately, numerous military heroes often find air travel...
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