Mechanical E6B flight computers, though increasingly rare, offer a versatile and affordable (around $12-$50) alternative to electronic versions ($80-$120) and apps for calculating flight parameters.

Several new and improved aviation accessories are available to enhance private pilots' flight experiences, focusing on increased efficiency and reduced workload. These include the Garmin D2 Air X10 ...

The glass cockpit did not just alter the way jets are flown; it redesigned the tasks of the flight crew, ergonomics, and more ...

{mosads}Presently, the FAA requires all electronic devices to be turned off when airplanes are below 10,000 feet. The agency has reportedly already received its recommendation on increasing electronic ...

An essential part of drones are the Electronic Speed Controller (ESC) which translate the commands from the flight computer into responses by the connected brushless motors (generally BLDCs). As the ...

Southwest Airlines now requires passengers to keep portable power packs visible while charging devices onboard. This policy aims to mitigate the risk of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries, a ...

North American avionics specialist CMC Electronics expects sales to increase again this year, with its commercial business "stable and growing" despite the civil downturn, and its military business ...

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