Aviation Consumer - July 2003

July 2003

OMF Symphony
We like this two-place trainer/cruiser. But we wonder if it’s good enough to stand out in a crowded pack.

Replacement ELTs
We’d rather spend our money on other things but ELTs are a must. Best bet: 406 MHz technology, if you can afford it.

PLBs For Aviation
Combined with GPS, personal locator beacons are a can’t-miss multi-purpose safety accessory.

Cockpit Fire Protection
Halon is the only practical, cost-effective option for a fire extinguisher. A 2.5-pound bottle is the best choice.

Can Bombardier Be Serious?
A well-known maker of ultralight engines means to take on Lycoming and Continental.

Tiedowns That Work
A new product called The Claw grips the ground tenaciously. It’s far better than the typical K-9 auger.

Piper Arrow
It’s often the first airplane many buyers think of when stepping up to a retrac from an entry level model.