AvPad: Best Kneeboard Yet

I met Mike Ladd, maker of the AvPad (http://www.theavpad.com)at the aviation social media gathering at Oshkosh 2011. Sponsored by the good folks at Sennheiser Aviation (http://www.sennheiser-aviation.com), this event has become a favorite during Oshkosh. For a few hours all the bloggers and twitter’ers get to meet face to face and for once – interact in the real world. It’s also great to see real aviation companies supporting the growing aviation social media movement.

 

Mike’s product is ingeniously simple and solves two problems – holding your iPad (or iPad2) in the cockpit, and protecting it outside the cockpit. Cause if you have an iPad you HAVE to take it flying.  I think there is a law against leaving it at home.  Seriously.  He’s designed a tough as nails, simple kneeboard that holds your iPad.

 

Mike from AvPad gave me his newest model at Oshkosh 2011 to review for the site.  I was pretty stoked because I was looking at cover for my iPad2 anyway, and having one that was useful in the cockpit is even better.  I don’t go flying every day, but I do use my AvPad every day.  After having it for a while you will wonder how you lived with out it.  Cliche, I know.

 

“Fighter Pilot, And A Bastard”

I had the pleasure of having an old friend drop by last week.  By old, I mean we haven’t caught up since my wedding and it’s been too damned long kinda old.  We’ve kept in touch through Facebook and all, but sometimes that’s not really like old times.

You see Mark and I used to be roommates in college.  When the avgas was free (at least to us) and when we didn’t care that we actually had to pay back those student loans.  Mark went on to have a distinguished career as a Marine Helicopter Pilot, and I went on to well – write an aviation blog.

We were comparing cool aviation stuff that we had run into on the net. The iPad was blazing with all sorts of wings and things.

Then I asked him if the Marines drank Jeremiah Weed (http://www.jeremiahweed.com), which is a favorite of Air Force Fighter Pilots.

“Only Air Force Pukes Drink that crap” he replied.

Then he asked me if I had heard of Dos Gringos (http://www.dosgringosrocks.com).

“Dos Whoa?”

How To Be the Perfect R/C Wife

So I think it’s gonna take a lot more than a video lesson for Mrs. Porn to be the perfect R/C Wife. But hay, it’s worth a shot!  This is a great little video with some good tips ton cleaning your airplane and winter time maintenance.

BTW how many folks in the AirplanePorn nation fly or want to fly R/C? Hit me up in the comments.

Aviator Holiday Shopping

By now your probably tired from camping outside the local pilot shop at the FBO so you could snag that Black Friday deal on a new headset.  What’s that? You were sleeping at home? Yea me too.

In case you don’t know what to get yourself or your favorite aviator significant other, we have a few holiday gift suggestions right here.

2012 AACGNY “Plane Janes” Calendar

Remember those guys that dropped trow in the name of raising money for their antique airplane club? Well, they did it again. This time Stew and the guys somehow managed to convince mama Annemarie that the club would sell more calendars if they got some chicks (err I mean ladies) to pose instead of them.  I mean everyone has to start on a budget right?

Somehow Stew got her to go along with the whole chicks idea, and the 2012 AACGNY calendar is called “Plane Janes”! What’s even better is that Annemarie was able to sneak some EXCLUSIVE AirplanePorn shots!

So don’t be a cheap scape.  Get your wallet out and buy a calendar or three here:

http://www.aacgny.org/store.asp

2012 Ghosts Calendar

Need something a little more safe for work? You know, to keep those HR people off your back? Try a 2012 Ghosts Calendar.  It features some beautiful airplanes and awesome photography. You can pick one up  at skygeek:

http://www.skygeek.com/ghosts-a-time-remembered-world-war-two-aviation-wall-calendar.html

 

Ruby’s Aviation Calendar 2012

Speaking of calendars, here is another “safe for work” calendar featuring great aviation photography put together by a great aviator.  Marilyn Dash flies a Pitts year round and races at Reno.  This calendar has lots of Reno Racers and even upside down shots.  This calendar will brighten up any aviators life (especially if they dwell in a slate grey cubicle at work)!

http://www.cafepress.com/aviation_calendar.472958151#

Rusty Jugs

Maybe you need a gift that’s a little more unique? My pal Wayne from Taildraggers, Inc. has a few in his Cafe Press store “Rusty Jugs”. You can get most of his designs as t-shirts, mugs and hats. His “Tricycles are for Babies” design is a classic. I wore the  “I’m A Pilot, Frightening Isn’t It” t-shirt at Oshkosh and got stopped by lots of people wanting to know where I got my cool t-shirt.

Wayne is a super cool dude and I’m sure 100% of the proceeds get stuffed back into avaition somehow!

http://www.cafepress.com/rustyjugs

Warbird Pinup Wines

Perhaps your gift recipient has a finer taste. Lets say they’ll want something that tastes good AND looks good. Well look no further than Warbird Pinup Wines! I interviewed these folks at Oshkosh and they have some unique aviation themed wine.

Each variety offers a military hero and features artwork of a pin up model. I got to meet several of the models at Oshkosh and they were all thrilled to be able to honor our heros.


You can even hire them to come to your next event or party with their wine AND the models.  Just don’t forget to invite your old pal from AirplanePorn ok?

http://www.warbirdpinupwines.com

 

AirplanePorn T-Shirt

If you still can’t decide, just buy them an AirplanePorn t-shirt! There is no better way to say “I’m a Airplane Porn Star!” then to show it off with a t-shirt. Besides your sales support this site so I can bring you this awesome airplane blog.

http://www.cafepress.com/airplaneporn

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hog Time

Just in case you were wondering, it’s been so long since I’ve posted anything that I almost forgot the login and password for the site. Almost.  Have no fear though. I’m back and will be posting at least weekly.  I’ve got some cool video segments coming up, including some awesome product reviews.

In the mean time, here is a video highlighting the need for hog control. These guys use a helicopter and a damned cool sighting system to get the advantage on the hogs.  Now before you start emailing me and getting on your whole PETA soapbox remember two things.  One, shooting hogs from helos is legal in Texas and two, they are not that cute. Especially if your a farmer, or a small kid playing in a field.

And don’t forget – there are other aviation bloggers who advocate the intake of certain pig products :)

Take that you dirty pigs! Oink, Oink!!! What now piggies!!! OHHH YEAA!!

Watch it in full screen mode for the full HD effect.  Enjoy 22 minutes of peaceful flying through Texas complete with Johnny Cash tunes!

HELI-HOG’N from Gary Wagner on Vimeo.

Amanda’s Bench

@juliewillfly on twitter has a new mission.  She decided with Kyle Franklin’s permission (husband of Amanda Franklin who we lost to an accident this year), to collect money to erect a memorial bench to be placed at the Neosho Airport.

She went on a road trip to scout out the perfect bench design. She found the design that would be perfect at the National Museum of the US Air Force.  Several examples can be found here:  http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/photos/mediagallery.asp?galleryID=532 

 

The bottom line is she’s trying to collect $2900.  In airplane dollars that’s nothing. Like a few tires. A crappy prop. One instrument.

Please forward this post, repost it and let’s help get the word out.

Amanda was an amazing woman, who touched many lives and inspired people everywhere. Please make this happen for her. 

You can donate at: www.moonlightfund.org and specify the Kyle & Amanda Franklin Fund (Amanda’s Bench). You can also send a check to the Kyle & Amanda Franklin Fund (Amanda’s Bench), c/o The Moonlight Fund, PO Box 1299, Bandera TX 78003. The Moonlight Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides 24/7-assistance to burn survivors and their families in their hour of need.

You can find out more about Kyle and Amanda at: http://www.franklinairshow.com

 

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