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The Frecce Tricolori, the military aerobatic team representing the Italian Air Force (ITAF), will be making its first Oshkosh appearance since 1986 when it arrives to participate at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024. The 71st edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association fly-in convention is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The Italian team, formally known as the 313th Aerobatic Training Squadron, is scheduled to be at Oshkosh on Tuesday, July 23, as part of the third North American tour in its history. With the already-announced demonstrations from the Canadian Forces Snowbirds at AirVenture 2024, it marks the first time…
– Air Plains Services, a world leader in General Aviation engine and avionics upgrades, announced today it has gained approval from Transport Canada for its FAA-approved Supplemental Type Certificate that upgrades Cessna 172R model aircraft to 180hp without a complete engine change. The Air Plains STC kit for R model Skyhawks includes a new propeller that allows the standard derated Lycoming IO-360-L2A to operate at 2,700 rpm instead of the normal 2,400 rpm, thus generating 180hp. In addition to increased performance for the airplane, the upgrade offers a 100-pound increase in payload. “Confirming approval for this STC from Transport Canada…
Advanced features include frequency lookup, standby monitoring and more Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced a new series of COMM and NAV/COMM radios that offer feature-rich solutions in a slim 1.3-inch bezel height form factor. The GTR™ 205 Comm radio and GNC® 215 NAV/COMM radio are affordable solutions for customers that feature an easy-to-read full color LCD display, intuitive user interface and worldwide frequency database. “The GTR 205 and GNC 215 products show Garmin’s commitment to offering attractive and affordable ground-based navigation and communication options while continuing to provide world-class, modern capabilities. We are excited to offer these new solutions for our…
To our valued customers and suppliers – Over the past 12 months, our team has been working diligently towards migrating from our 30-year-old legacy software to Infor-Syteline Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP – Cloud based). This transition represents a substantial upgrade, allowing us to elevate the level of service we provide to both our valued customers and suppliers. On January 29th we will begin using our new ERP system. Our team anticipates a smooth transition with no delays for your orders, whether placed online through web orders, emails, or telephone orders. However, please be aware that with this transition, on Friday,…
Hartzell Propeller, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, is expanding its global propeller service and support network with the addition of Arrow Aviation Services as the company’s first Recommended Service Facility in India. Based in Kolkata, Arrow Aviation Services is the only propeller shop on the Indian subcontinent approved by Hartzell Propeller to properly service and maintain Hartzell products, providing technical support, full propeller overhaul, delivery, product sales and warranty work on Hartzell products. Before gaining this advanced Recommended Service Facility designation, Arrow Aviation Services was recognized as a Hartzell Propeller recommended Service and Support Center in India. “We’re thrilled to…
EarthX Lithium Batteries is proud and excited to be the battery of choice in the newly released 2024 Cirrus G7 aircraft model. This aircraft comes with many new upgrades and features and is one of many OEM’s making the switch to the EarthX batteries. Why make the switch? The weight savings is phenomenal; you go from a 26.5-pound battery to a 7.2-pound battery. This weight savings can increase your useful load, save fuel costs, increase climb rate, and have shorter take off roll. The capacity of the lead acid battery was 11Ah, the EarthX is 11.7Ah, a slight increase. The…
AeroLEDs proudly announces the receipt of FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) No. SA04837NY. This new STC certifies the type design data necessary to pave the way for installation of a diverse range of critical lighting components on hundreds of Part 23 aircraft models. Lights listed on this STC include: POSITION LIGHTS, NAVIGATION LIGHTS, STROBE LIGHTS, and BEACON LIGHTS. This comprehensive approval combined with AeroLEDs existing STC No. SA02386AK for LED landing and taxi lights, ensures that Part 23 aircraft operators can now benefit from a complete suite of advanced LED lighting solutions. Enhanced Visibility and Safety: AeroLEDs’ position lights, navigation…
Michelin and BRM AERO sign distributor agreement GREENVILLE, S.C., January 3, 2024 – Michelin and BRM AERO, a producer of general aviation luxury light sport aircraft, today announced an exclusive 100% OEM partnership for global retail sales. BRM AERO, based in the Czech Republic, is one of the fastest-growing companies in the leisure aircraft field. They also operate a popular flight academy in the U.S. to train pilots on their aircraft. “This new agreement continues to expand Michelin’s commitment to a strong partnership with the general aviation industry globally,” said M. Scott Murray, VP of aircraft tire sales, Michelin North…
F-22, F-35B, and F-16 Viper demo teams are joined by Polaris Ghost Squadron — Several military aircraft demo teams and a unique private jet group have been added to the air show lineup for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The 71st edition of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s fly-in convention will be held July 22-28. EAA AirVenture 2024 has received commitments from the F-22 demo team, the F-16 Viper demo team, and the F-35B demo from the U.S. Marine Corps. In addition, the Polaris Ghost Squadron has confirmed its appearance at Oshkosh following popular aerial…
New, Easy-to-Use Single-Stage System Delivers Consistent, Colorful Finishes in Multiple Gloss Levels ANDOVER, KANSAS — Sherwin-Williams Aerospace Coatings launched the 858 Series SKYscapes Single Stage Topcoat, a convenient, single-stage system for the exterior and interior surfaces of general aviation aircraft. This polyester/urethane hybrid topcoat can be applied as an overall topcoat or used as stripes, delivering a consistent, durable, colorful finish in multiple gloss levels, including an option to clearcoat. The new 858 Series SKYscapes offers a variety of application benefits. With one mixing bank system, customers can now mix a basecoat-clearcoat or single-stage color using a simple 3:1:2 mix…