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Wilco Vice President Mike Hattrup announced today that Wilco will offer all customers, both website and phone, a discount as a result of the canceled 2020 Airventure. Wilco’s Covid-19 Response and Airventure 2020 Wilco Inc. is not alone in missing many events this year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognize the impact this will have on the aviation community and we will greatly miss seeing our friends and customers in Oshkosh. However, we do not feel that those of us who have had their plans disrupted should…

OLATHE, Kan./July 14, 2020/Business Wire – Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the GI 275 electronic flight instrument can now be interfaced with the GFC™ 500 autopilot to deliver superior in-flight performance and added redundancy when multiple GI 275’s are installed in an aircraft. In addition to GFC 500 compatibility, the GI 275 can serve as a replacement attitude indicator and/or horizontal situation indicator (HSI) to legacy Century II/III autopilots. Additional features of the latest GI 275 upgrade include the display of outside air…

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 As of July 01, 2020, Hartzell Engine Technologies is the exclusive manufacturer of starter adapters for all Continental Aerospace Technologies factory-new, rebuilt, and factory overhauled engines. — Representatives of Hartzell Engine Technologies (HET) announced today that the company had begun a supplier partnership with Continental Aerospace Technologies to manufacture a line of starter adapters for current and legacy-series Continental piston aircraft engines. “As part of the new agreement, we have been working closely with Continental to complete an engineering transition of the current units,” Keith Bagley, President, Hartzell Engine Technologies…

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Air Plains Services, a world leader in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, salutes the iconic Cessna 172 Skyhawk, celebrating 65 years since its first flight, and still going strong. “We are very happy to pay tribute to the storied history of the incredible Cessna 172, marking 65 years since its first flight in June 1955,” said Mike Kelley, founder and owner of Air Plains Services. “I am proud to say we’ve been supporting this airplane for more than 40 of those years from our shop in Wellington, so we…

Aithre and Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems today announced a collaboration agreement to integrate Aithre wireless monitoring technology into Aerox’s line of portable oxygen tanks for general aviation users. The agreement also establishes Aerox Aviation Oxygen Systems as an authorized distributor for the entire Aithre product line. Under the terms of the agreement, Aerox will be the exclusive bundler of the Altus Meso wireless portable oxygen tank monitoring system for new portable oxygen systems. Aithre and Aerox will also cobrand the Aithre iOS tank monitoring app that links the Altus Meso…

 Air Plains Services, a world leader in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, announced today it has gained Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) from the Federal Aviation Administration for an improved Cessna 172 airbox support bracket providing a tighter fit and longer service life than the original part. “Our new, adjustable airbox bracket, developed after decades of experience replacing factory brackets, removes a lot of the stress that came from production variability,” said Shane O’Day, an Air Plains engineer. “If you’re replacing a damaged bracket or airbox, we think our new…

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…

Chart it All Donates to Support Front Line Workers One-of-a-kind face masks protecting Central Florida first responders DELAND, FL (April 27, 2020) — 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…

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…

HET brands that are now available exclusively through Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Company, and its subsidiary, Aero Performance include all new and remanufactured products include Sky-Tec starters, Plane-Power alternators, JanitrolAero heaters, Fuelcraft fuel pumps, and AeroForce turbochargers. Representatives of Hartzell Engine Technologies, Inc. (HET), announced today that the company has just appointed Aircraft Spruce &Specialty Company, and its subsidiary, Aero Performance as the exclusive independent distributor of its family of brands in North America. “It’s been our plan since Hartzell Engine Technologies acquired Quality Aircraft Accessories earlier this year to…

 As the coronavirus pandemic continues to develop globally, Aerox is taking appropriate steps to safeguard our employees. This and our direct support of the global air ambulance industry allows us to continue to ship our products globally. In the event you are taking some time off to work on some aircraft projects and since we didn't get to meet with you this year at Sun n Fun, we wanted to remind you that you may still reach our customer service and technical support teams directly through numerous channels, email, phone…

FREDERICK, Md., April 29, 2020—The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association has published a state-by-state resource to help alleviate some of the burdensome research pilots might be forced to do to understand if they can continue flying in their state. Many pilots have been grounded and unsure of how to navigate the latest requirements on general aviation flying while under mandatory stay-at-home orders in several states and territories. The FAA is requiring airports that receive federal grants to remain open unless they have obtained specific FAA approval to close. But the…

On behalf of Sporty’s,We know you, like us, have never seen times exactly like these before. Almost 19 years ago, just after 9/11, we were grounded temporarily but were soon allowed back into our aircraft and the sky. Now we are free to fly, but with the shutdown of restaurants and many other businesses we are faced with nowhere to go.We are taking this opportunity to provide an update on Sporty’s status during the COVID-19 outbreak and make you aware of the steps we are taking to ensure you, our…

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…

Continental®, an AVIC International Holding (HK) LTD company (HKEX: 232.HK), announced today that Robert J. Stoppek has been named as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President. Stoppek was formerly the CEO for Waukesha Engine, part of the former GE Distributed Power business prior to joining Continental®.“We are pleased to welcome Robert as our new CEO,” said Mr. Fu Fangxing, Chairman of the Board for Continental Aerospace Technologies Limited. “Robert is an experienced CEO who has excelled at navigating along a strategic-tactical continuum and is well-positioned to lead Continental’s continued…

Air Plains Services, a world leader in general aviation engine and avionics upgrades, has gained Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) from the Federal Aviation Administration to manufacture new replacement airbox gaskets for a variety of Cessna single-engine piston aircraft. “This was a natural extension of our popular airbox PMA and repair business,” said Katie Church, head of sales and marketing for Air Plains. “Airbox assemblies should be checked often since they’re subject to a lot of vibration, and replacing the gasket with our new PMA version is easy and inexpensive. A…

Wichita, KS – (March 18, 2019) – Wilco Vice President Mike Hattrup announced today that Wilco will offer all customers, both website and phone, a discount as a result of the postponed 2020 Sun-n-Fun Aerospace Expo. Wilco’s Covid-19 Response and Sun-n-Fun 2020 Wilco Inc. does not anticipate being able to participate in the rescheduled SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland FL this year. We recognize the impact this will have on the aviation community and we will greatly miss seeing our friends and customers at the Expo. However, we…

CESSNA 172L thru 172Q, 172RG REAR SEAT SHOULDER HARNESS UPGRADE. This upgrade is applicable to Cessna 100 series aircraft models 1971 172L thru 1985 172Q (SN 17259224 – 17276515), and model 172RG aircraft that are not equipped with 3-point diagonal rear shoulder harnesses. The aircraft models referenced above are factory equipped with nut plates mounted aft and outboard of each rear seat that will allow for the installation of shoulder harnesses. This installation will require a log-book entry signed by an appropriately rated mechanic. The restraints are available in kit…

CESSNA 150, 150A thru 150K, DUAL OVER THE SHOULDER HARNESS UPGRADE This upgrade is applicable to Cessna 150 and 150A thru K aircraft (SN 17001 – 15072003) that are not equipped with shoulder harnesses. The aircraft models referenced above are factory equipped with rear spar nut plates directly aft of each pilot position that will allow for the installation of a dual over the shoulder harness. This installation will require a logbook entry signed by an appropriately rated mechanic. The restraints are available in kit form and include 1 (one)…

Superior Air Parts is totally committed to the safety of its customers and is working closely with the FAA to determine the root cause and best course of action. Coppell, TX (February 25, 2020) — Representatives of Superior Air Parts, Inc., announced today that the company is aware of the FAA’s recent notice of proposed rulemaking (NRPM) concerning a proposed airworthiness directive (AD) for Superior Air Parts (SAP) model O-360, IO-360 reciprocating engines, and certain Lycoming Engines model AEIO-360, IO-360, and O-360-series reciprocating engines. “Unfortunately, we were only informed of…