New Oil Thermostat for Rotax 912 Engines
ThermoStasis has introduced an oil thermostat designed to regulate the oil temperature of Rotax 912 series engines installed in Experimental aircraft. CNC-machined from 6061-T6...
Van’s Aircraft Teases Next Design
Van’s Aircraft teased the very broad outlines of the RV-15, a much rumored, next-generation RV kit aircraft.
An iPad Place to Call Home
New Sky Products has introduced the AppStation, a kneeboard-style mount for the Apple iPad. According to the company, "This product is the perfect solution...
First Stop—Stock Up!
Must-stop B&B Aircraft Supply tent at AirVenture: stock essential hardware, snag unique fittings, and restock workshop supplies affordably.
From the Horse’s Mouth: The FAA Won’t Re-Evaluate Kits
I mentioned that the FAA had announced at Sun 'n Fun that it would not re-evaluate kits that are currently on the approved list. Here is the official word from the agency.The FAA said that it "recently concluded that a temporary suspension of kit evaluations is necessary because existing policy and guidance used to evaluate these kits has resulted in inconsistent determinations regarding regulatory compliance." This announcement in February set off a torrent of angst…
MGL Integrates Sandia Mode-C Transponder with EFISes
MGL Avionics announced the integration of the Sandia Aerospace STX 165R Remote Mode-C transponder with the following EFISes for Experimental and Light Sport Aircraft:
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The US Sport Aviation Expo is Underway!
Sebring, Florida, is the home of the annual US Sport Aviation Expo, and our representative on the field sent us this picture this picture...
On the Road (to SnF) Again
One of the great things about being an aviation writer is the opportunity to get out and meet other aviators, see their airplanes, find...
Pinnacle of Tattoos
Stopping in the Pinnacle Aircraft Engines booth we were pleased to meet the relatively new owners Todd Lavelle and JD Kuti. They purchased Pinnacle...
Take Aviation Consumer’s Headset Survey, Win Valuable Prizes
Do you like the headset you own? KITPLANES sister publication, Aviation Consumer, would like to know. It is conducting an extensive customer survey on headset quality, performance and comfort. They would love to hear from readers everywhere about their headset experiences. The survey takes just a few minutes. Click here to take part.…
