Here is a collection of editor-recommended aviation products and services that are worth a closer look. From practical tools to thoughtful solutions, this is what caught our eye in the April Issue 969 of the FLYING print edition.
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Subscribe NowAVI-8 Watches
Wristwatches have been part of a pilot’s gear since the 1930s, and AVI-8 has designs that are both functional and stylish. The analog styles harken back to the days of radial engines with numbers large enough to read for the over-40 crowd.
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UAV Coach
UAV Coach’s mission is to help businesses and hobbyists achieve safety and success using drones. Find hands-on training courses and the resources you need to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.
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Rod Machado’s Aviation Learning Center
When learning is fun, there is a better chance of remembering what was taught. A CFI, author, and humorist, Rod Machado’s ground school courses and books have been training and entertaining pilots for decades.
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Army Navy Outdoors
Be it tactical clothing, camping gear, or emergency food supplies, Army Navy Outdoors offers an expansive list of survival items. Chances are if they don’t have it, you don’t need it.
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PlaneTags
These keepsakes are made from the recycled skin of actual aircraft and make great key rings, zipper pulls, or even Christmas ornaments. Own a piece of history in your pocket.
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