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The article discusses the author's experience upgrading the panel of their 2002 Cessna 182T aircraft. The upgrade included installing a new autopilot, GPS/COM systems, audio panel, transponder, and engine monitor. The author also added ADS-B capability to comply with airspace requirements. The new panel provides improved situational awareness and functionality, including synthetic vision, obstacle and terrain warnings, and a flight director. The author concludes that the upgrade was worth it, depending on the mission, and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to make such enhancements. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Canadian Aviator discusses the role of general aviation (GA) in maritime searches, specifically highlighting the use of Cessna 172s. The author recounts a personal experience from 1987 when they participated in a search and rescue exercise in Nova Scotia. They describe the snowy conditions and their search efforts along the coastline, including spotting a possible boat wreckage. Despite their efforts, the missing fishing boat and its crew were never found. The article emphasizes the challenging nature of maritime searches and the importance of GA in these operations. [Extracted from the article]

The article evaluates the Aeroworks Cessna 195 ARF QB plane.

Features the Cessna L-19 Bird Dog model aircraft. Characteristic of the aircraft rudder; Specification of the Master Airscrew propeller; Materials of the tail feathers.

Cessna claims to have sold and serviced more airplanes trained more new pilots, and logged more hours of manufacturing experience than anyone else in aviation. Cessnas are docile, reliable, and forgiving aircraft, offering a ride one could compare to the family car -- comfortable but not sensational.

The article focuses on China's general aviation industry. Topics discussed include aviation companies including Gulfstream as the leading supplier of business jets in China, and the Cessna which provide offers flight training, testing, or mapping to the nation's aviation regulator client Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC).

The article focuses on a conversation with Stan Younger, vice president of service facilities at Cessna Aircraft Co. According to Younger, almost all of the company's support staff, like salespeople, field engineers, parts department personnel and managers, carry airframe and powerplant (A&P) certification. He explains several points to consider to retain effective employees. These include a culture that encourages self-esteem, a competitive salary and benefits package, diversity and a good work environment.

Presents a directory of companies that offer technical support, airframe and accessories for aircraft maintenance including Abaris Training, Barry Controls Aerospace and Cessna Citation Parts Distribution.

Features aircraft manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Co. in Wichita, Kansas. Background of the company; Business highlights of Cessna; Highlights of the supply chain process of the company. INSETS: What is integrated supply chain management?;Integration with finance;Leveraging power of Textron;Cessna automates indirect materials, services spend

Profiles Cessna Aircraft Co., the recipient of the 2003 Medal of Professional Excellence from the magazine "Purchasing." Problems concerning the supply chain process of Cessna Aircraft Co. in 1997; Changes in the supply chain management organization of Cessna Aircraft Co., under the leadership of Michael R. Katzorke, senior vice-president for the supply chain management division of the company; Career background of Katzorke; Preparations made by Katzorke prior to the implementation of an integrated supply chain management at Cessna Aircraft Co.; Background of the cross functional commodity teams that were established to address the implementation of the integrated supply chain management at Cessna Aircraft Co. INSETS: What is integrated supply chain management?;Integration with finance;Leveraging power of Textron;Cessna automates indirect materials, services spend

The article presents a summary of the transcript related to the common denominators of a great procurement and supply chain organization asked at the meeting of Editorial Advisory Board. Exploration of all areas of spend for improved management is important. Intel Corp. even achieved significant savings in health care and prescription drugs. The first step in the road of achieving leverage requires a good factual understanding of what it is you buy across your organization. This can be a real challenge in large companies with different legacy systems, but there are some great new tools out there that are helping companies build a spend map without redoing all of your legacy systems. Michael Katzorke, senior vice president, supply chain management of Cessna Aircraft Co. said, ''We want to leverage the behavior that's going to drive the results today and tomorrow and the behaviors are things that are going to take cost out of that supply chain rather than just squeeze the margin and to Carry's comment, the relationships are essential to be able to change the behavior to then generate the results, not only today but tomorrow, so that leveraging can happen around behaviors and not just around numbers today.''

Reports the changes in the supply chain management (SCM) system of the Cessna Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas. Acceleration of the supply-base rationalization process; Integration of the key suppliers with the critical business and manufacturing processes; Description of tools and steps for changes in the SCM.

Focuses on the integrated supply chain strategies of Cessna Aircraft Co. Problems faced by the aviation company prior to its implementation of supply chain strategies; Evolution of the company's purchasing policies; Importance of communication in the success of supply chain strategies; Organizational structure of the supply, purchasing, and sourcing activities. INSET: Six Sigms--much more than a nifty name and some speeches.

The article focuses on the move of several companies to enlist the help of purchasing professional in managing the purchasing operations of the business. It says that the North American sales group of Norwalk, Connecticut-based Xerox PARC invites Tom Roberts, vice president for indirect purchasing, for a meeting with executives each quartet to talk opportunities for better cost management. Ryan Doerksen of Cessnaa Aircraft Co. leads cross-functional teams for businesses within Textron. INSET: Supplier development a weak spot.

Traces the history of the A-37 series of planes created by Cessna Aircraft Co. for the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War era. Size and capacity of the plane; Principle under the A-37; Role of A-37 planes in the Vietnamization process of 1970.

The article introduces products for parachutists and the parachute industry including the Grand Caravan EX aircraft from Cessna Aircraft Co., a service bulletin for CYPRES 2 automatic activation device from Airtec GmbH & Co., and the 2.5x camera helmet from Tonfly USA.

The article reports on the launched of the supplemental inspection program by Cessna Aircraft Co. to address the fatigue stress and corrosion on the 100- and 200-series of single-engine aircraft and 145,000-plane fleet that were produced between 1946 and 1986.

This section offers news briefs related to the corrosion prevention industry as of January 2012. Topics discussed include the development of magnetic resonance imaging-based system for monitoring the structural integrity of metal pipelines, a safety initiative launched by Cessna Aircraft Co. about supplemental inspection procedures for single-engine piston aircraft manufactured in 1946 to 1986, and the development of a modeling software program for optimizing pipeline design.

The article discusses the impact of the U.S. Federal Aviation Agency's (FAAs) airworthiness directives (AD) to aircraft firms. An AD requiring naming and removal of counterweight slug attachment bolts from service and installations of serviceable bolts resulted reports of bolts failure and affects the Hartzell propellers. An AD requiring roll and yaw bridle tension measurements and torque clamp screws affected Cessna Aircraft Co. An AD requiring to fit failure reports affects the Pilatus Porter.

The article reports that the 810 version of the PW800 series aircraft engine from Pratt & Whitney Canada (PW&C) has been selected for the Columbus 850 intercontinental jet of Cessna. A total of 36 orders for the engine has been placed by Cessna. John Saabas, executive vice president of PW&C, claims that the engine will pollute less, use less fuel and be much quieter than existing engines. It relates the PW&C is celebrating the 45th anniversary of its PT6 turboprop engine.

The article reports that the families of nine passengers who were killed in the crash of a Cessna Caravan while flying at night in inclement weather on October 2007 in Naches, Washington will sue Kansas-based Cessna Aircraft Co. The families claim that the aircraft should not have been certified to fly in harsh weather conditions.

The article reports on the leadership of Cessna in the introduction of a diesel engine Skyhawk. In comparison with gasoline engines, the internal operating and design principles of diesels are virtually the same as those of gasoline engines with a few significant differences. It has been observed that diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline engines of the same power. It is anticipated that if Cessna's commitment to diesels is proven to be a successful move, a pump dispensing Jet-A would be installed at local flight clubs.

The article reports on the acquisition of Columbia Aircraft by Cessna Aircraft at an auction held on November 27, 2007. Cessna paid 26 million Canadian dollar to acquire certain assets and liabilities of the bankrupt Columbia Aircraft. In other news, Cessna announced that its 162 SkyCatcher will be built by the Shenyang Aviation Corporation (SAC) in China.

Provides information on Cessna 180 private airplane from Cessna. Size of the airplane; Description of its pilot seat; Performance of its paralift flaps.

Focuses on an increase in the number of people who want to experience the thrill and convenience of being a pilot in the United States. Cost of flight lessons; Cessna Aircraft Co.'s placement of advertisements in national magazines offering discounted initial flights; Paul and Carol Knapp's pursuit of their dreams.

The article offers news briefs in the U.S. industries in 2013. Quality Steel Corp., a propane tank manufacturer, acquires American Welding and Tank Co. Forsyth Tech adds overnight classes for its welding certification workshop due to demand. ThyssenKrupp Aerospace North America extends its three-year contract with Cessna Aircraft Co.

Reports on the United States government's rejection of the challenge from Cessna Aircraft Co. against the contract awarded to Raytheon Aircraft Co. for the trainer planes of the United States Navy and Air Force.

The article discusses the highlights of the 2012 Cygnus Aviation Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. Edward L. Hall of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airworthiness, Eastern Division, shared that the new guidance for Aviation Safety Inspectors (ASI) will not be released until the end of 2012. Beth Gamble of Cessna Aircraft delivered a presentation about their ongoing aircraft structural program. Information of the consultancy business of former FAA employee Carol E. Giles is also offered.

The article reports that the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a civil penalty against Cessna Aircraft Co. of Wichita, Kansas, following a breakage of carbon composite parts on the wing of one Cessna's Corvalis aircraft during flight. According to FAA officials, Cessna was cited for failing to follow an FAA-approved quality control system when it manufactured the wings on the damaged airplane.

The article presents updates on the AMTSociety. Society members were advised that the deadline for finished scholarship request forms must be sent until December 15, 2011, where the winners will be able to appear at the Cygnus Aviation Expo from March 7 to 9, 2012. The AMTSociety Golf Outing was held and sponsored by aircraft companies including Cessna Aircraft, Duncan Aviation, and World Fuel Services.

The article presents information on aircraft engines, accessories and services including the EnginNEWity initiative from Cessna to assess, fix and enhance Citation aircraft engines, E-Drive engine starter from Hartzell Engine Technologies and Pratt & Whitney PT6A service center Heritage Turbines.

The article describes aircraft parts, accessories, and services, including the BC-5000 battery capacity tester from Concorde Battery Corp., aircraft tires from Michelin Aircraft Tire, and aircraft maintenance services from Citation Service Center.

The article previews aircraft engines, parts, and services, including the large exit duct overhauling service from Northstar Turbine's Global Turbine, the E-drive starter from Kelly Aerospace, and the EngiNEWity engine program from Cessna.

This section offers news briefs concerning aviation facilities. Bombardier Aerospace added a new line maintenance facility and increased capabilities at two existing facilities. Cessna officially opened its new Citation Service Center at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Arizona on February 5, 2009. Eurocopter is growing its British service and support network with a new service center in Scotland, scheduled to open in December 2009.

The article discusses how Cessna Aircraft Co. is using supply chain management to respond to strong demand for its business jets. Cessna buys more than 62,000 parts from 791 suppliers and has long-term contracts with 280 suppliers. It uses the Textron Production System to focus on reducing leadtime, eliminate waste, simplify processes and improve productivity. INSET: Cessna develops tool to measure total value of acquisition.

The article reports that the corporate jet Cessna Citation Mustang will be first introduced at the Fresno Yosemite International Airport in California in October 2007. The jet has been purchased by the Scott Aircraft for less than $3 million in November 2006, and was agreed by Kent Scott for lease back to the Cessna Aircraft Co. for ten months. However, the lease will not be pursued until the aircraft is introduced.

The article discusses the team-based buying strategies of Cessna Aircraft Company and Alcoa. Mentioning that both Cessna and Alcoa identified the value of strategically treating indirect spending, the article provides information on the strategies implemented by both the companies. The Supplier Value Improvement process (SVIP) initiative of Cessna and the buying strategies to supplement environment, health and safety (EHS) expenditure by Alcoa is discussed. INSET: Business intelligence.

The article presents updates on the aviation industry as of January 2006. Cessna Aircraft is offering an avionics retrofit program. Lufthansa Technik signed a deal with Midcoast Aviation. Saab Aircraft renewed its contract with Rockwell Collins.

Presents an update related to aircraft facilities as of January 2005. Plan of Bombardier Aircraft Services to hire maintenance technicians to support its extended operation; Opening of Wichita Citation Service Center, an aviation maintenance facility, by Cessna; Earnings posted by Iberia Maintenance in October 2004.

Presents news briefs on issues and events related to the aviation/aerospace industry as of September 2004. Business unit formed by ARINC that is designed to provide a mission-critical contract management, operation and maintenance; Service center opened by Cessna Aircraft at Orlando International Airport, Florida; Hangar being constructed by Jet Source in Carlsband, California.

Reports the plan of Cessna Aircraft Co. to apply electronic-commerce to the suppliers in San Diego, California. Advantage of e-commerce to business transactions; Business transaction program being covered; Increase on the flow of supply and demand in the market.

Reports on how aircraft maker Cessna is using a data-driven supplier-selection process based on the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, to identify best suppliers. Data analysis; Control of costs; Scoring.

The article reports on the MSc. Aircraft Maintenance Management course offered by the City University in London, England and the opening of the Valencia Citation Service Center of Cessna Aircraft Co. in Spain.