"The combination of the new Advanced Control Module and production line manufacturing techniques results in a lower cost yet higher quality panel." Source: Rob Hickman, President of Advanced Flight Systems.

A combination pickup used to sample pitot pressure and static air pressure.

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The father-son duo of Babar Suleman and 17-year-old Haris Suleman of Plainfield Indiana had planned their trip around the world in 30 days in a Beechcraft model 36 Bonanza to be an adventure of a lifetime, and to raise funds to support schools in Pakistan. Having completed the largest portion of their eastbound around the world journey, they were on a flight leg from the American Samoa Islands headed for the Hawaiian Islands. However, it is reported that shortly after takeoff from Pago Pago International Airport, their aircraft went down at sea. After a reorganization at the command level of the Navy’s Blue Angels Demonstration Flight Team, the new team members for 2015 have been announced. This is the first time a woman pilot has been assigned to the team. According to aviation consultant Brian Foley, the next advancement in general aviation technology will come fr

New Com Radio, Video Input, And Version 11 Software On Display At The Show

Dynon Avionics has rolled out an 8.33 kHz COM radio, video input, and version 11 software for its SkyView glass panel system. Also, Advanced Flight Systems – part of the Dynon family since July 2013 – announces its new Quick Panel System.

Also: Pelton Intvw Part 4, King Schools, Night Air Show Highlights

Beechcraft has come roaring back from reorganization to land the largest order of prop-driven airplanes in history. Hartzell Propeller announced a multi-year partnership with Team AeroDynamix, the world's largest formation aerobatic team, at AirVenture 2013. FreeFlight Systems announced that the FAA has issued TSO authorization for the RANGR (Ranger) FDL-978-XVR ADS-B transceiver family with optional internal WAAS/GPS. King Schools, together with Helicopter Association International (HAI) announced Thursday that they will release the first ever online Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) specifically designed for helicopter flight instructors. Green Wing International began sales of its e-Spyder electric Experimental/Amateur-built aircraft Monday. The e-Spyder is a single-place airplane powered by a Yuneec electric motor that has received certification in Germany. Each day th

Final Rule Now Not Expected Before December 2017

The FAA's Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety Peggy Gilligan told the House Transportation Aviation Subcommittee Wednesday that the Part 23 re-write is about two years behind schedule, with a final rule now expected in December 2017.

Probe Underway, Black Boxes Currently Being Analyzed 

The Dutch Safety Board took over formal responsibility for the air crash investigation from Ukraine Wednesday evening. The two black boxes have since arrived in the United Kingdom, where they are currently being read out and analyzed by a team of international specialists. The on-site investigation in Ukraine is currently in underway.

TN70 WAAS GPS Receiver Optimized For Use With Other Trig Avionics

Trig Avionics is introducing its new TN70 WAAS GPS with companion Antenna, optimized for use with Trig products.

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