FAA Administrator Marion Blakey spoke to a crowd of passionate
aviators Wednesday while introducing a new security program and
holding firm to some less popular positions. Specifically, general
aviation pilots still face medical restrictions and the potential
of user fees in the future.
Dyson Avionics has introduced its new D100 series avionics
system. This new glass panel system integrates EFIS and EMS
electronics with a larger 7" diagonal screen.
Tiger Aircraft LLC announces the appointment of Tule River
Aero-Industries (TRAI) as the authorized Tiger Sales and Service
Center for sales and customer product support on the West Coast for
the Tiger AG-5B aircraft.
Columbia Aircraft’s service network, Columbia Aircraft
Repair and Maintenance Associates (CARMA), has dramatically
increased in size this month providing Columbia owners more
convenient access to factory-authorized maintenance and repair
services.
Lycoming Engines is offering will free training sessions in
piston engine care and maintenance at its booth during EAA
AirVenture. The training schedule will include two daily
demonstrations in general maintenance procedures and will include
instruction on engine assembly and disassembly.
Avidyne has partnered with Frasca International, Inc. to develop
a version of Frasca’s Mentor advanced training simulator
featuring Avidyne’s Entegra integrated flight deck
system.
If you are unfortunate enough to experience an engine fire in
your single-engine aircraft, what would you rather have aluminum or
stainless steel protecting you from the flames?