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En Route
Honeywell’s New iPad App Optimizes Routes
Honeywell has released its latest flight planning application GoDirect Flight Bag Pro. Pilots can create and file flight plans for easy reference, calculate and
compare aircraft cruise modes to increase performance, and access real-time weather updates to ensure the aircraft arrives at the destination on time. GoDirect Flight Bag Pro is available via an iPad app, and versions for other tablets are in development.
GoDirect Flight Bag Pro’s simple, intuitive interface works on both domestic and international flights. For access to the app, pilots only need an annual subscription to GoDirect Flight Services and an active Honeywell account.
Trip Kit: Package all of the trip documents into a Trip Kit to view during f light. Access the latest weather information for your destination such as icing, winds and temperature, even prior to takeoff.
Features of GoDirect Flight Bag Pro:
Flight Plan Overview: To view an upcoming flight route, pilots can type in or paste a route from a website, email or text message into the app. Pilots can also view frequently cleared and optimized routes for best aircraft performance. With in-flight connectivity, pilots can even make adjustments while in the air.
Flight Bag Pro Performance Calculator: Calculate multiple cruise modes and determine the most efficient flight by comparing speed, flight level, time, fuel, cost of the trip and more.
Raisbeck Certifies Five-Blade R Prop for King Air 350
Flight Schedule Updates: Pilots can receive real-time updates to flight schedules when information is released from air traffic control with a pre-departure clearance, when filing status changes, or when weather conditions change.
To learn more about Honeywell’s GoDirect Flight Services, visit Honeywell’s website aerospace.honeywell.com. T&T
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Specialized Aero
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aisbeck Engineering has received Supple- mental Type Certificate (STC) approval from the FAA for its new Composite five-blade swept propeller for the
Beechcraft King Air 350.
The composite propeller, designed to improve King Air comfort, performance and efficiency, was developed in collaboration with Hartzell Propeller. At 106 inches in diameter, Raisbeck’s propeller reduces weight and contributes to improved short field and climb performance, while providing strength and durability expected from modern composites. The new composite propellers have an extended 3,000-hour, three-year warranty and unlimited blade life.
“This is a significant milestone in our journey to market entry for a composite five-blade swept propeller,” said company CEO and Chief Financial Officer Tony Armstrong. “We couldn’t be happier and our new propeller will further enhance the King Air 350 performance. We•believe King Air operators will truly enjoy flying with these new propellers”
The propeller, which are available for immediate delivery, provides a total weight savings of 47 pounds compared to the current OEM propeller for the King Air 350. T&T
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