WORLD RECORD SET USING FLIGHT DESIGN AIRCRAFT
The Indian Air Force celebrated its 75th anniversary with an around-the-world tour in just 79 days, and they did it in a light-sport aircraft, a Flight Design CTSW 2007 Classic Light. The circumnavigation was flown in day VFR conditions and pilots withstood difficult climate and weather conditions. They departed from Delhi on June 1 and returned there on August 19. Learn more about the trip on the Times of India website. To learn more about Flight Design aircraft, visit www.flightdesign.com.

FAA APPROVES NEW ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
New York-based Xerion Avionix LLC has received FAA approval for installation of its AuRACLE Engine Management System in general aviation aircraft. The AuRACLE operates with both four- and six-cylinder engines. Its single 5-inch, high -definition, sunlight-readable color screen can be configured to display any information required by an individual aircraft, including RPM, MAP, FF, oil temperature, oil pressure, and more. "The FAA has allowed us to integrate a complete overview of up-to-second engine data with a state-of-the-art fuel computer," said Xerion's Eric Hathaway. "Now general aviation pilots can literally micro-manage the aircraft's engine performance and fuel consumption with a single, intuitive, digital presentation." For more information, visit www.XerionAvionix.com.

POWER FLOW SYSTEMS DOUBLES WARRANTY
Power Flow Systems now offers owners an opportunity to double the warranty period to two years by performing a Dynamic Balance within the first 25 hours of service. The objective is to reduce engine vibrations, which can cause exhaust system and other aircraft problems. To maximize service life, Power Flow recently revised its FAA-approved "Instructions for Continued Airworthiness" to require lubrication of the slip joints at each annual or at 500 hours (whichever comes first). Every new kit ordered receives a free tube of the recommended anti-seize lubricant, good for two to three annuals. "Research has shown us that a small percentage of the systems that are in service have experienced reduced longevity due to excessive vibration or lack of lubrication, or both," said Darren Tilman, General Manager of Power Flow. "We're simply trying to head off the issue by encouraging people to practice some simple preventative maintenance. No exhaust system is immune to the long term effects of excessive vibration." For more information visit www.powerflowsystems.com or call 386-253-8833.

EPIC ANNOUNCES SALES TAKE OFF AT OSHKOSH
Epic Aircraft announced this week it booked more than $40 million worth of new aircraft sales during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2007. Earlier in the year, Epic released sales figures of more than $23 million from Sun 'n Fun at Lakeland, Florida. The numbers represent signed contracts with non-refundable deposits toward the purchase of Epic Aircraft, the company said. Much of the enthusiasm for Epic aircraft came from the company's new very light jets, the twin-engine Elite and single-engine Victory, said Epic's Rick Schrameck, both which debuted at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2007. For more information, visit www.EpicAircraft.com or call 888-359-3742.