Content Archive: April 2018

Avionics

BendixKing Makes an EFIS for Experimentals

With near-4K resolution, the xVue’s 10.1 inch display sits at a price point that makes sense for experimental aircraft.
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Engines

Wayman Aviation Academy Adds Two Diesel Models to Fleet

t Sun 'n' Fun 2018, Wayman Aviation Academy announced it has added two diesel Cessna C-172 Jet-A, bringing its fleet to 33 aircraft.
Training and Workforce

Elite Sports New Hardware and Software at Sun ‘n‘ Fun

Force feedback and touchscreen technologies abound.
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Training and Workforce

FTD Maker Alsim Demos AATD

With a rapid refresh rate this fixed flight sim won’t make pilots queasy.
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Regulations and Government

NPRM To Allow Heli-med IFR at Non-Wx Reporting Sites

The rule is intended to increase IFR operations.
Aircraft

ATP Places Repeat Mega Order for Piper Archers

With 40 locations, ATP is the largest private flight school in the U.S. and leading supplier of pilots to the nation’s regional airlines.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Sterna Showcases Composite Props

Extensive strength testing shows “hollow” composite propellers can take the punishment of day-to-day use.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Shark Tank Alumnus at Sun ’n‘ Fun with Grypmat

The Grypmat holds fast to the surface it is placed on so tools are conveniently located as maintainers work on a project.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Ontic, Honeywell Sign Accord for LCD Cockpit Displays

Approximately 26 product families with 162 line replaceable units are covered under this agreement.
Maintenance and Modifications

StandardAero Combines JAS and PAS Brands

Jet Aviation Specialists and PAS Technologies are now operating under a single brand name: StandardAero Component Services.