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Value Added: Android and iOS Enhancements from Garmin Pilot

Garmin is pleased to announce an updated version of the Garmin Pilot app for both Android and iOS versions. The Android updates include integration with the new GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder, as well as additional trip planning enhancements and more. Regardless of existing avionics configuration, the new GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder pairs with…

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Raisbeck Announces Special Pricing & Expanded Combo Options Raisbeck Engineering released 2016 pricing for its product offerings for the entire line of King Air models. New and more deeply discounted combination packages are also being offered. The company announced three important elements: 1) 2015 prices for individual systems have generally been extended through 2016. 2) Combination…

Value Added: StandardAero Launches PT6A FASTLANE™ Engine Maintenance Program for Hot Section Inspections, Repair and On-Site Services

StandardAero has launched a new, customized accelerated response program to support PT6A turboprop engine operators with hot section inspections, repairs and on-site field services. This new program includes but is not limited to, on-wing inspections by a certified StandardAero Field Service Representative (FSR), Service Center support and OEM approved repairs. The company chose the term…

Value Added: Luma Technologies Receives EASA Certification for LED Annunciator Panels on King Airs and FAA Certification of LED Glareshield Washlight Kits for C90

Luma Technologies has obtained European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification for the installation of its LT-4500 Series LED Caution Warning Annunciator Panels on a broad range of King Air models. With this STC, any fleet operator or authorized dealer can install the panels in accordance with EASA guidelines. The STC covers seven different panel sizes…

Value Added: West Star Aviation Announces Mobile Response Team Field Support

West Star Aviation is proud to announce their Mobile Response Team “MRT” supported by a wide network of MRO facilities and support shops. The company says the MRT allows it to deliver their award-winning service and experience to customers when and where it’s needed. The MRT provides “in-the-field-level” repairs and modifications as well as temporary…

Value Added: FlyRight Adds King Air 350 Part 135 Training and Receives Commuter Category Qualification for King Air 200 Series

FlyRight has added the capability to provide training and checking services to King Air 300/350 Part 135 operators. Training programs include Initial BE-300 Type Rating and Recurrent courses with Part 135 checks. FlyRight, an FAA-certificated Part 142 training center specializing in King Air pilot training, began offering King Air 350 training and Type Ratings in…

Value Added: LoPresti BoomBeam HID Lights Now Available in Australia

Australian Avionics recently became the Elite Dealer for LoPresti Aviation BoomBeam HID lighting in Australia. The BoomBeam lights are FAA- and EASA-Approved for all King Air Models, and are said to produce 1300% more light than standard aircraft lighting. For more information, visit: http://www.loprestiaviation.com/

Value Added: Garmin Also Announces Comprehensive Obstacle Database Now Includes Canada

Garmin has announced expanded availability of its comprehensive obstacle database to now include Canada for select Garmin portables and certified avionics. Man-made structures such as towers that are greater than 200 feet AGL are included within this database. Customers can now download and install a U.S./Canadian combination obstacle database for the following portable and non-certified…

Value Added: TRU Simulation + Training Opens New Maintenance Training Facility

TRU Simulation + Training, a Textron Inc. company, announced the opening of its new Aviation Maintenance Training Academy located on the Textron Aviation Mid-Continent campus in Wichita, Kansas. Courses currently offered include mechanical and avionics theory and practical for new production Beechcraft King Air 350i, 250, and C90GTx turboprops with the Pro Line Fusion® avionics…