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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.
– Air Plains Services, a world leader in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, announced today it would exhibit again in 2023 at the annual Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Fla., March 28 through April 2. “We’re eager to return to Sun ‘n Fun for our second year to visit with current customers and develop new relationships,” said Katie Church, Air Plains president. “We’ll feature our popular Cessna engine upgrades as well as new products introduced over the past year.” Air Plains will be in a larger exhibit space this year at MD-23 and will show off several…
Hartzell Propeller will extend its $1,000 discount to supporters of the Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) on all new Hartzell backcountry airplane propellers, now through 2023, marking the third consecutive year of this discount. In addition to these savings, Hartzell is making a $250 contribution to the RAF mission for each of these special sales. “We are excited to extend this special offer to RAF supporters, now for the third straight year,” said Hartzell President JJ Frigge. “In addition to providing this $1,000 discount, we will be donating $250 directly to the RAF for each plane propeller sold as a result of this special offer. This is an…
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Nov. 7, 2022 – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has selected Hartzell Engine Tech as one of 14 top-rated businesses for its work in producing exceptional goods for the state. “Our state is blessed to have numerous companies producing outstanding Alabama-American made products every single day,” Gov. Ivey said. “I am proud to recognize 14 of the best our state has to offer,” she added. Hartzell Engine Tech President Keith Bagley accepted the recognition at a Made in Alabama Showcase in the Alabama capital city. “Hartzell’s aircraft engine accessories and aircraft cabin heating solutions are in service around the world,…
Nestled in the quiet hills of Woodruff, South Carolina lies the best kept secret in general aviation, Triple Tree Aerodrome. It’s where BERINGER AERO USA held its 10 year anniversary. What a spectacular place to mark the first decade of BERINGER AERO’s American headquarters. BERINGER AERO and BERINGER AERO USA have progressively climbed the ranks of the best wheel and brake manufacturers for general aviation, distinguishing themselves by the safety, reliability, and innovation of its products. While BERINGER AERO’s headquarters are located in France, where design, certification and manufacturing is done by a team of 25 people, BERINGER AERO USA…