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Piper Aircraft announced the recent delivery and integration of an Agile Manufacturing Robot (AMR) from Wilder Systems to the M600/SLS production line. This AMR is the result of a collaborative effort between Piper Aircraft and Wilder Systems in order to increase safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the factory. Specifically, the AMR is programmed to drill PA-46-600TP wings. The addition of this AMR will contribute to Piper’s goal of increased production in order to meet the growing demand for the M600/SLS in today’s market. This project began in August 2022 and has reached numerous milestones since, including initial delivery and first…
New Aurora Interiors for Cessna Caravans offered by Wipaire, what you need to know. • 9 Newly Designed Interiors for both the 208 Cessna Caravan and Grand Caravan EX • Inspired by iconic waterways • Customized Interiors Also Available Using spectacular bodies of water and waterfront locations as inspiration, each of the nine interiors reflect a vibrancy unique to the location for which it is named. “The creative process was very hands on. We examined textures, lighting and ergonomics, drawing together the essence of each location. Our launch customers have been very pleased with the designs, and we have already…
STC enables a scalable all-Garmin avionics cockpit retrofit in the King Air 200 Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), today announced it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the GFC™ 600 autopilot in the King Air 200 series of aircraft. The GFC 600 digital autopilot is designed for high performance piston single and twin-engine aircraft, and also provides an advanced autopilot solution for both jet and turbine aircraft that have a wide range of speed and performance characteristics. The GFC 600 certification for the King Air 200 provides owners an autopilot upgrade that incorporates solid-state attitude with robust…
Textron Aviation today announced it is now offering a gravel kit for its new twin-engine, large-utility Cessna SkyCourier turboprop that gives customers the flexibility to operate their aircraft in and out of unimproved runways around the world. First deliveries of the SkyCourier with the installed option will commence later this month. The Cessna SkyCourier is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company. The clean-sheet design aircraft achieved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification in March 2022 with first deliveries following just two months later. “Cessna aircraft have been moving people and critically-needed goods in and out of remote areas for…
Hartzell Propeller has appointed Diamond – São Paulo as the company’s second Recommended Service Facility (RSF) in Brazil. It joins Diamond Aviação’s shop in Goiânia, which was designated a Hartzell RSF 40 years ago. Diamond’s two facilities are recognized as the only propeller shops in Brazil appointed by Hartzell Propeller to provide technical support, service, delivery, product sales and Hartzell warranty. Both shops are owned by Licurgo and Geisa Sousa. “In 1983 Diamond Aviação in Goiânia, Brazil was named by Hartzell as a Recommend Service Facility. Forty years later our family has had a second propeller shop appointed by Hartzell, in São…
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Jan. 30, 2023 – Hartzell Engine Tech recently received FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) for its Sky-Tec HT (High Torque) starters for Robinson two-place R22 and four-place R44 light utility helicopters. The company’s Sky-Tec HT starter for Lycoming engines features an integrated self-resetting Kickback Protection System (KPS) to protect the powerplant and starter from an engine kickback. “Hartzell Engine Tech’s durable Sky-Tec HT starters with their Kickback Protection System are in full production and available today through the company’s distribution system. They replace our older starters installed by Robinson helicopters at the factory and also older competitor starter units,” said…
The Garmin Aviation Training team is excited to announce pilot training opportunities through the end of 2023. The attached training catalog provides information on pilot training offerings, including a description of self-study materials, eLearning courses and instructor-led classes offered for the GTN/GTN Xi, G500/G600, G500/G600/G700 TXi, G3X Touch and all Garmin integrated flight decks. For more details, to view the catalog on line, or to sign up for a training event, visit flygarmin.com/training. See below for catalog highlights. Catalog Highlights: New courses: Aviation Weather Radar 2.0 eLearning course One-hour webinars at no cost on the following: Garmin VNAV Scenarios with…
January 2023 South Saint Paul Minnesota – Wipaire received approval from the FAA for an increase in Outside Ambient Temperature (OAT) operations for C208B EX airplanes. “We did this flight manual supplement to align the OAT flight and ground limit for a floated Caravan with that of a wheeled Caravan” explains Brad Kutz, Vice President of Engineering for Wipaire. “Prior to this, the ground OAT was limited to 42C (107.6F). Now, it has been raised to 47C (116.6F). “The global market for floated Caravans continues to expand. To better support regions that experience extremely high temperatures we have introduced this…
Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), today announced Supplemental Type Certification (STC) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Airbus AS350 helicopters. A powerful solution for helicopter owners and operators, the GI275 is a scalable, cost-conscious approach to an avionics upgrade that is a direct replacement for a variety of legacy primary flight instruments in the cockpit, including the primary attitude indicator, course deviation indicator (CDI), horizontal situation indicator (HSI), or the multi-function display (MFD). The GI 275 is intentionally designed to take advantage of the common 3.125-inch flight instrument size, reducing installation time and preserving the existing instrument panel. Its…
Many pilots around the world consider Bruce’s Custom Covers a key piece to their winterization plan. Our cold weather product line has been developed with superior fabrics and design techniques that saves on operational costs and downtime, by making sure the aircraft is ready for use when it’s needed. With over 43+ years helping conserve aircraft, we have seen first hand the impact a well designed cover makes to extend the life of an airframe, engine, rotors, wings, avionics and other critical components.