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July 29, 2009

Aero-TV At Oshkosh 2009: Quite a Tug - The JBT AeroTech Expeditor 600

On Tuesday, July 28th, 2009, the Airbus A380 pulled into AeroShell Square. Invaluable to that grand entrance was the Expediter 600, a towbarless tractor designed for pushback and maintenance tow.

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Aero-TV At Oshkosh 2009: Superjumbo - Take Over of AeroShell Square

The Massive A380 Arrives At Oshkosh

Along with some of the smallest aircraft being built and flown around the world today, AirVenture has a reputation for going big when bringing aircraft to Oshkosh, and 2009 is no exception. Among the impressive sights this year is the largest passenger aircraft ever built.

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EAA Young Eagles Program Benefits From 2008 Windfall

Gathering Of Eagles Event Generates A Record $3 Million In 2008

One of the major philanthropic initiatives sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is Young Eagles, where EAA members provide free flights for young people ages 8-17 in the hopes of inspiring them to explore the world of flight.

Three Physically Challenged Pilots Receive Their Wings At Oshkosh

As visitors of EAA's AirVenture wander among the hundreds of aircraft that have flown in for the event, they often do not give any thought to those who might not have the pleasure of being able to fly.

Focusing Both Domestic And International Markets

Avidyne today announced the release of a new lower-cost FMS400 flight management system as well as an Entegra Release 9 Integrated Flight Deck (IFD) for Cirrus Aircraft.

All-Glass Part 23 Cockpit Now Possible

L-3 Avionics Systems announced today that it has received TSO Authorization and an Approved Model List STC from the FAA for its new Trilogy ESI-1000 Electronic Standby Instrument. Designed as a backup for glass cockpit avionics, Trilogy is the first solid-state integrated standby system created specifically for Part 23 aircraft.

Beechcraft Bonanza Flies Successful Mission With Experimental Autolanding Device

Industry-first Test Could Enhance Safety Of Future Commercial Aircraft

Hawker Beechcraft Corporation announced Tuesday that a Beechcraft Bonanza completed a flight, and safe landing, with an experimental autolanding device demonstrated in collaboration with Rockwell Collins.

New Cessna LSA Is Cleared For Deliveries

Cessna Aircraft Company is set to jump back into the GA training market with the news Tuesday that the Model 162 SkyCatcher LSA is in compliance with ASTM International standards for Light Sport Aircraft. Deliveries are expected to begin before year’s end.

Electric Assist Boosts Power 40 HP, Increases Safety, FD Says

Flight Design is developing a hybrid engine that their engineers say will boost the power of a standard Rotax 914 by 40 HP for takeoff and climb, and to stretch fuel at normal cruise.

First Rotary Wing Product Is Now Available

After the market made a turn for the worse back in September, Aspen Avionics says they are happy to announce that their sales figures are back up to where they were last year, and the company has achieved several milestones over the past year despite tough economic times.