It’s been a year since Bose released the flagship redesigned A30 aviation headset, and the Bose booth was just as busy at Sun ‘n Fun 2024 showing the set—many completely happy with their existing A20 model. But a brisk used market for well-cared-for A20 sets is creating more demand for the all-digital A30. Aviation Consumer Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano spent some time at the Bose booth with Chris Wuerlf who ran through the A30’s feature and control set, while setting the record straight when it comes to repairing the good-performing but discontinued A20. The post Sun ‘n Fun 2024: Bose A30 ..read more

With the current engine market experiencing big price increases and even bigger backorders, there’s a real need for more choices with more modern tech. The industry has been watching Wisconsin-based DeltaHawk for years and with FAA certification in hand for its DHK 180-series liquid-cooled, Jet-A-fueled turbocharged engine, the company showed up at Sun ‘n Fun 2024 with a new relationship with Piper. Aviation Consumer Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano caught up with DeltaHawk CEO Chris Ruud for an update. The post Sun ‘n Fun 2024: DeltaHawk Engine Update appeared first on Aviation Consumer ..read more

The Piper PA-30 series has an earned reputation for pleasant handling and efficiency, but stay ahead of the maintenance and training. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Consumer Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 2,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 48%. It's like getting 3 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Piper Twin Comanche appeared first on Aviation Cons ..read more

More and more pilots show up on the AME’s doorstep armed with the wrong or not enough paperwork to pass an FAA medical exam. That could be mean waiting a half year or more for the FAA to issue a medical when you could have been issued a certificate on the spot if you only had the right paperwork in place to support an otherwise approved medical condition. Wingman Med is a new third-party aeromedical service with a unique military Top Gun experience for helping pilots navigate the complicated path to certification. In this field report, Aviation Consumer magazine Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano ..read more

For a fee, this new third-party aeromedical consultation service could be the key to seamless FAA medical certification. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Consumer Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 2,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 48%. It's like getting 3 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Wingman Med: Evaluate, Prepare appeared first on Aviation Consum ..read more

But they’re complex and pricey, so to try a full-sized tug before you buy one. Battery-powered models from AC Air, Best Tugs and AirTug are standouts. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Consumer Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 2,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 48%. It's like getting 3 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Need a Tug? Electric Works for Mos ..read more

Learn from others who didn’t play an active role in planning their custom instrument panels. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Consumer Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 2,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 48%. It's like getting 3 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Panel Planner 101: Panel Cut Matters appeared first on Aviation Consumer ..read more

The metal flakes of aluminum showing up in oil samples from a Lycoming and poor VHF nav reception issues in a 172 are worth troubleshooting. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Consumer Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 2,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 48%. It's like getting 3 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post Ask a Tech: Oil Analysis, Nav Issues appeare ..read more

Despite false rumors and misinformation that the hugely popular Garmin GNS-series navigators are at the end of their service life, Garmin says that 99 percent of GNS users can keep using their units. Moreover, the Garmin factory will still continue to support common repairs and refurbishments as it has for the past 25 years. For a deep dive into the future of GNS support, and some tips for dealing with a dreaded failure, Aviation Consumer Magazine Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano linked up with Garmin’s Jim Alpiser. The post Garmin GNS 430: Throwaway or Keeper? appeared first on Aviation Consu ..read more

It’ll be unlike any rating you’ve ever gotten; it’ll be the toughest checkride you take; but it can be the most personally rewarding flying you ever do. To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Subscribe Subscribe to Aviation Consumer Start a subscription to Aviation Safety for just $18. And access all of our online content - over 2,000 articles - free of charge. Subscribe today and save 48%. It's like getting 3 months FREE! Already Subscribed? Click Here to Sign In | Forgot your password? | Activate Web Access The post The CFI Experience: Becoming, Su ..read more