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April 03, 2019

Airborne 04.03.19: Enhanced TBM 910, New Pipers, GEICO Skytypers

Also: Ellsworth AFB First B-21 Base, Ricci Named CEO Of Corporate Wings, Second LM-Built GPS III, iFly Adds RealPlan

Daher unveiled its 2019 edition of the TBM 910 Tuesday morning at Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland, FL. In a new step designed to increase functionality for operational safety improvements on the TBM product line, the TBM 910 now has an automatic icing detection system that provides automated protection while keeping the pilot fully in the loop. When icing or ice accretion is detected by and external sensor, and if the pilot does not take action, the system will activate deicing devices such as the

"With the unprecedented demand for professional pilots, our team worked closely with several key suppliers to deliver an aggressively priced proven trainer that offers the advanced systems and performance that flight schools and airline programs of all sizes desire." Source: Piper CEO Simon Caldecott, introducing Piper's newest airplane for the training market.

The maximum speed at which an airplane can be safely flown with the landing gear extended.

Golden Age Air Museum The Golden Age Air Museum was established in 1997, its mission is to entertain visitors and educate them about the early days of aviation, through its special events and daily operations. The museum offers the chance to explore the past, come and learn how the early aviators flew, what they flew and learn the lost art of early aircraft construction.