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Epic Aircraft confirmed today it has completed delivery of its first two E1000 all composite, single-engine turboprop aircraft, following the successful conclusion of its FAA Type Certification program last year. “Completing these deliveries is a tremendous milestone for our company and our customers. The E1000 is a remarkable aircraft and seeing the enthusiasm of our owners as they take delivery is extremely gratifying. This is the successful culmination of eight years of hard work, extensive investment, and a passionate belief in our product,” said Epic CEO, Doug King. The first customer aircraft, delivered in February, is being leased back to…

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Certification nearing completion of modernization of Black Hawks by XP Services  Today, Genesys Aerosystems and XP Services commenced certification flight testing, marking the final phase in the certification process of the Genesys avionics suite for the UH-60A and EH-60A Black Hawk. After many months of ground and flight testing, XP Services and Genesys Aerosystems are jointly testing the final version of the cockpit architecture to achieve the FAA STC this summer. The Genesys avionics suite in the Black Hawk comprises of four MIL-STD qualified IDU-680s, dual ADAHRS, dual GPS receivers, dual digital COM/NAV radios, and 3-Axis IFR HeliSAS Stability Augmentation…

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Continental®, an AVIC International Holding (HK) LTD company (HKEX: 232.HK), announced a new partnership with Tecnam S.P.A. to launch the P2010 TDI with the CD-170 engine. Continental’s Jet-A fueled 170 HP engine offers the ease of flying a single lever control coupled with electronic engine monitoring and redundancy safety features. The CD-170 is the newest design and highest horsepower engine in the CD-100 series family. The CD-100 family of Jet-A burning engines is a proven platform with more than 6,000 engines delivered and over 7.1 million flight hours in service. The CD-170 has several key differentiators from others in the series.…

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With the variety of special Fly-Away Financing rates, pilots can own a brand-new Colt-SL equipped with touchscreen avionics, digital autopilot, airframe parachute, leather upholstery, and custom paint for under $1,200 per month.** — Hondo, Texas-based, Texas Aircraft Manufacturing announced today it has partnered with Hondo-based Community National Bank to offer special Fly-Away Financing for all factory-new Colt-S and Colt-SL S-LSA aircraft. “I cannot tell you how extremely pleased and excited we are to announce this amazing financing offer through our friends at Community National Bank,” says Texas Aircraft Manufacturing’s CEO, Matheus Grande. “Having truly affordable monthly payments is just one more…

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Scott E. Ashton is President and CEO of Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems, based in Bonita Springs, FL. Mr. Ashton is an aerospace industry executive with more than 25 years of experience working for such leading companies as Sikorsky, General Electric, and Goodrich. Mr. Ashton began his career in 1992 at General Electric Aircraft Engines as an engineer working in rotations in compressor and turbine aerodynamics and controls and accessory systems design on the CF34 and F414 engines. Mr. Ashton served a total of 7 years with General Electric, uniquely serving in both engineering and business development capacities in both GE…

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BRS Aerospace Parachute Systems for the Cessna 172 and 182 Enhance the safety of your aircraft, for you and more importantly, your loved ones by installing a BRS Parachute System into your Cessna 172 or 182 today. BRS Aerospace has been the world leaders in Whole Airframe Rescue Systems since 1981, with over 30,000 parachute systems sold and 424 lives saved. The parachute system easily installs into the baggage compartment with no major structural modifications needed. The installation can be performed by your local A&P or with one of BRS Certified Installation Centers. Eligible models Cessna 172 – 1967 and newer (includes 172XP).…

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One-of-a-kind face masks protecting Central Florida first responders — The Spring of 2020 will be remembered for the devastation wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic. History will mark the tragic loss of life, social-distancing isolation and economic hardships suffered by billions around the world. But for many, its legacy will be the selfless acts of those who helped hold communities together. Songstress Alicia Keys crooned her appreciation in a simple but powerful tribute, Good Job, that implored the faceless heroes –doctors, nurses, police, firefighters, teachers, grocery store workers – to carry on the fight. Don’t get too down. The world needs…

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Cleaning Landing Gear Struts Just Got Easier and Greener! – The maker of StrutWipe, K&M Industry, is proud to announce a low cost, earth-friendly, biodegradable StrutWipe to clean landing gear struts. In collaboration with Renewable Lubricants Inc in Hartville, Ohio USA, we have created a hydraulic cleaning wipe that is 100% compatible with MIL-PRF-5606H! As the photo shows, MIL-PRF-5606 and MIL-PRF-32073 are homogenous compatible. The hydraulic fluid developed by Renewable Lubricants Inc is the child of years of research with the U.S. Army to engineer an environmentally friendly, plant-based hydraulic fluid as required by MIL-PRF-32073. Bio hydraulic fluids are…

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In the last three months, we have witnessed unprecedented events brought upon by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).  TracPlus CEO, Trevor McIntyre, looks at the steps the company is taking to protect and offer certainty to our customers in this unsettling time. Dear customers and friends of TracPlus, In the last three months, we have witnessed unprecedented events brought upon by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Our hearts are with those who have been affected by this global crisis. We want to assure you that in the face of adversity, your safety and support remains, as always, our top priority. Here at…

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