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Certification of Sandel's Avilon Flight Deck Expected Early Next Year

Priced at $175,000 installed, the King Air retrofit cockpit is less than half the cost of competing retrofits.

By Stephen Pope posted Oct 18th, 2018

Sandel Avionics reports it is on short final for certification of Avilon, a $175,000 retrofit cockpit for the King Air family, with deliveries to customers expected to…
News

Spitfire Documentary Available for Screenings

Stunning film about one of the most iconic World War II warbirds is best seen on the big screen.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Oct 18th, 2018

Dazzling footage of the Supermarine Spitfire can be seen in a recently released documentary.
News

George Bye Addresses the Future of His Electric Airplanes

CEO believes technology can help solve the pilot shortage problem.

By Rob Mark posted Oct 18th, 2018

Bye Aerospace CEO George Bye told an audience at NBAA 2018 that his Sun Flyer aircraft can help the pilot shortage problem by making training costs cheaper.
News

Rockwell Collins Launches IPTV Passenger Experience Portal

The IPTV system is the first of many applications offered for entertainment and productivity.

By George Clark posted Oct 18th, 2018

Bizjet passengers can stream live TV in the cabin through Rockwell Collins IPTV.

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Avionics

Certification of Sandel's Avilon Flight Deck Expected Early Next Year

Priced at $175,000 installed, the King Air retrofit cockpit is less than half the cost of competing retrofits.

By Stephen Pope posted Oct 18th, 2018

Sandel Avionics reports it is on short final for certification of Avilon, a $175,000 retrofit cockpit for the King Air family, with deliveries to customers expected to…

Gear

Flying-specific Eyeglasses Achieve Certification as Safety Glasses

Glasses designed specifically to fit under headsets and helmets are proven to provide full protection.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Oct 17th, 2018

Flying Eyes Eyeglasses has achieved certification for two of its eyeglass models, designed specifically to fit under a headset or helmet.

Avionics

Rockwell Collins’ Pro Line Fusion Gets Ready for Cessna CJ1+ and CJ2+

Light bizjet owners can take advantage of advanced touchscreen flight deck.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Oct 16th, 2018

Cessna's Citation CJ1+ and CJ2+ can soon be upgraded with Rockwell Collins' touchscreens.
Aircraft

Aerion Progresses on Supersonic Aircraft Design

GE works on supersonic engine while Honeywell develops flight deck for the AS2.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Oct 16th, 2018

The conceptual design phase for the Aerion AS2 supersonic jet is complete, the company's CEO announced at NBAA 2018 in Orlando.
Avionics

Clemens Aircraft Completes 11th Beechjet G5000 Upgrade

Panel upgrade allows Beechjets to operate in more airports and in lower minimums globally.

By George Clark posted Oct 16th, 2018

Garmin's G5000 brings a slew of upgrades to the Beechjet cockpit, enhancing the utility of the twinjet.
Aircraft

Embraer Introduces Pair of New Midsize Jets

Both aircraft should be certified by next fall.

By Rob Mark posted Oct 15th, 2018

Embraer used NBAA 2018 to reveal details about the Praetor 500 and 600 super midsize business aircraft soon to be added to the company’s product line.

Aircraft

LSA Weight Limits Could Change as Part of a New NPRM

Changes could offer pilots additional flexibility in the construction of kit aircraft.

By Rob Mark posted Oct 9th, 2018

A 2019 NPRM is expected to consider weight-limt increases, as well as electric powerplants.

Aircraft

FAA and EASA Certify A321LR

Airliner can fly as far as 4,000 nm.

By George Clark posted Oct 9th, 2018

The Airbus A321LR was certified by both the FAA and EASA last week, paving the way for the A321neo customers to start “Long Range” (LR) operations.

Return to the Front Line

The C-47 that led the invasion of normandy is found by accident and restored for the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

Aircraft

The Piaggio Avanti is Strange, but Great

Why this aircraft is one of the truly original designs of our time.

By Peter Garrison posted Oct 5th, 2018

Piaggio’s chief designer, Alessandro Mazzoni, scored a bull’s-eye with the Avanti, and forever erased any doubts about the potential value of the configuration.
Aircraft

Garmin Takes On Autonomous Computer System for Bell Project

Bell and Garmin will work together on systems for VTOL concept.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Oct 4th, 2018

Garmin is teaming up with Bell to develop flight management systems for the new VTOL concept.
Aircraft

Zunum Aero Chooses Safran Engine for Hybrid Electric Aircraft

Startup hopes to deliver lower emissions and operating cost for passenger transport.

By Pia Bergqvist posted Oct 4th, 2018

Zunum Aero hopes to take its 12-passenger ZA10 design to the skies as soon as next year.
Aircraft

Gulfstream Delivers its First G500

Just four years passed from announcement to first delivery.

By Rob Mark posted Oct 4th, 2018

Gulfstream delivered the first all-new G500, officially marking the arrival of a new generation of Gulfstream innovation and design according to the company.

Aircraft

Personal eVTOL Aircraft in Flight Testing

Successful flight marks great strides in final development.

By George Clark posted Oct 2nd, 2018

Astro's "Elroy" is a personal electric VTOL currently undergoing flight testing at Toronto Markham Airport.
Pilot Proficiency

Flying Europe in a Cessna M2

A trip that defies description.

By Dick Karl posted Sep 26th, 2018

The opportunity to fly across Europe in a friend's Cessna M2 is an experience that beggars all description.
Aircraft

First Look: Cessna Denali

Textron Aviation’s new single-engine turboprop begins taking shape.

By Rob Mark posted Sep 26th, 2018

The Cessna Denali’s first flight is expected early next year, with an entry into service during the first half of 2020.
Aircraft

Van’s Aircraft Now Building the SLSA RV-12iS and RV-12iST

Synergy Air will continue its builder-assist efforts.

By Rob Mark posted Sep 4th, 2018

Van's Aircraft is making the move to become an aircraft manufacturer in addition to a kit builder.

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