TruTrak EFIS Gains Features
Now in the mix is an SL30 interface, and coming soon are a Garmin GNS 430 interface for the VOR and ILS capability, and a standby battery that will allow you to keep communicating and navigating until you can land, says TruTrak GM Andrew Barker.
Advanced Flight Adds Synthetic Vision to AF-4500 EFIS
AFS recently announced that synthetic vision and approach plates are coming to its popular big-screen EFIS.
Peltors New ANR9500 Digital Headset Quiets and Soothes
Peltor Aviations brand new active noise reduction headset, the ANR9500, recently debuted, combining the recognizable Peltor white ear cups with sophisticated, adaptable ANR technology.
Val Introduces Low-Profile, High-Memory VHS Com
After 20 years in the avionics business, Val Avionics has introduced the thinnest com radio on the market. An inch high and 9.5 inches long, the Com 2000 brings with it a few features not available in its predecessor, the Com 760.
New Sport Hornet Kit (ELSA) Pricing
Higher Class Aviation now offers the Sport Hornet to customers as a fast-build kit for $19,495. All primary load-supporting structures are assembled at the factory, and completion time is as low as 400 hours, but this kit still meets the 51% requirement, the company says.
Avemco Reduces SLSA Rates, Continues to Push Amateur-Built Biz
Avemco Insurance's Jim Lauerman announced that 13 models of Special Light Sport Aircraft have been granted a reduction in rates.
DRE Previews Upgraded Headsets
Upgrades to the DRE Communications line of headsets are in the works, according to Sales Manager Pat Hartley. The mono DRE1000 headset will be replaced by the DRE1001, featuring the same flex mic boom already featured on the stereo PNR DRE4000 and the ANR DRE6000.
American Legend Offers Lighter Engine for Cub
American Legend Aircraft Company announced that it has selected the lighter weight O-200-D engine from Teledyne-Continental Motors (TCM) to power future models of the Legend Cub Light Sport Aircraft. The company completed and flew its first aircraft with the O-200-D powerplant and displayed it at Sun 'n Fun.
Cub Crafters Introduces Super Sport Cub
Based on the Sport Cub S2, the new Cub Crafters Super Sport Cub turns its performance up to 11 by using an Engine Components O-340 four-cylinder engine. Rated at a maximum of 180 horsepower, in the ready-to-fly Super Sport Cub, the engine is derated to a maximum of 80 hp continuously.
ECI Introduces Angle Valve Cylinders for Lycomings
Pilots flying Experimental category airplanes powered by Lycoming 360/480/540 engines equipped with angle valve cylinders will soon have a second option when its time to replace their cylinders.
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Common In-Flight Failures, Part 2
This column is a continuation of common in-flight failures that I began discussing in...