Cessna Aircraft announced an order for 79 Cessna 172 Skyhawk aircraft, one of the largest orders on record for the aircraft, at Moscow's JetExpo 2013. Moscow-based ViraZH plans to use the Skyhawks for training at various flight schools in Western Russia. The order is part of a multi-year agreement between Cessna and ViraZH, with all 79 aircraft set to be delivered by the third quarter of 2014. On final delivery, ViraZH will have one of the world's largest fleets of Skyhawk 172 aircraft in operation. Kriya Shortt, Cessna senior vice president of sales, said: "We are delighted to have a strong relationship with ViraZH and are proud they have selected the Cessna 172 Skyhawk to be their training platform. This order augments an additional 11 Skyhawks purchased by ViraZH in 2011, highlighting their confidence in our product. It is encouraging to see an increase in our global customer base and flight training accessibility in Russia." Visit www.cessna.com.

Flight Resource, a distributor of MT Propellers, announced that the STC has been approved to install the four-blade MT composite propellers on the Cirrus SR22 and SR22T, including those with FIKI. This upgrade provides up to 17 pounds of weight savings, turbine-like smoothness, reduced noise and improvements in climb and cruise performance. Flight Resource founding partner Larry Schlasinger, said, "FIKI approval is not an easy task. We are always looking for ways to get the most performance out of our planes. This upgrade hit all benchmarks, and it looks so good on this plane." Visit www.flight-resource.com and www.mt-propeller.com.

The Raisbeck Swept Blade Turbofan Propellers for all King Air C90s are available for deliveries beginning in January 2014. They follow the introduction of the Swept Blade Propellers for the King Air 200 family last January. All C90GTx, C90GTi, C90GT, C90B, C90A, C90 and E90 aircraft will accept these newly designed propellers. They can be installed as an upgrade to existing four-blade propellers, alone or in combination with Raisbeck's EPIC Performance Package. Visit www.raisbeck.com.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and SkyWest Airlines are partnering on a new program that will give Embry-Riddle students a substantial boost toward becoming a SkyWest first officer. Aeronautical Science students who have achieved a CFI rating are eligible to apply for the SkyWest Pilot Cadet Program through the career services offices at Embry-Riddle's residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Fla., and Prescott, Ariz. After an initial interview and orientation at the airline's training facility in Salt Lake City, students judged acceptable will receive a conditional offer of employment. Students enrolled in the Pilot Cadet Program must then maintain a minimum grade point average, complete Embry-Riddle's advanced jet training courses and attain the FAA ratings of Commercial Pilot/Instrument and Multi-Engine, as well as Certified Flight Instructor/Instrument. Each cadet will be individually mentored by SkyWest pilots and may have the opportunity to participate in SkyWest recruiting events and outreach programs. Visit www.skywest.com and www.erau.edu/ degrees/l-degrees.html.

Glen Golden, vice president of sales and marketing for Superior Air Parts, announced that Jay Mastri is the first graduate of the recently reinstated XP-Engine Build School held at the company's state-of-the-art engine build center in Coppell, Texas. "It seems that for the past two years, everyone I've talked to asked when Superior was going to start offering our XP-Engine Build school. Well, now I'm very happy to say that the school is available and that Jay Mastri is our first graduate for 2013," Golden said. "Jay brought so much enthusiasm to the school that he got everyone here pumped up and anxious to have the next class of builders come in." Mastri is going to use his XP-360 to power the Vans RV-7A that he's building at home just outside Chicago. "I'm at the 90% done, 90%-to-go stage right now. The fuselage is in my living room and the wings are in the garage," he said. "My next step is to move it all to the airport so I can install the wings, avionics and my new XP-360 engine---I'm really looking forward to that." Visit www.superiorairparts.com.

Icon Aircraft has released photographs of what it informally terms its "three-dimensional CAD drawing" of the company's A5 amphibious LSA. The full-scale 3D model employs automotive vinyl wrap technology printed with an adapted projection of the CAD virtual model depicting the location and layout of key structures and systems of the aircraft. "This systems layout model was created to demonstrate the detailed thinking that has gone into the production A5," said Icon vice president of sales Craig Bowers. "Our design and engineering teams have made tremendous progress on the A5, and much of it was initiated in a virtual environment. This model was designed to demonstrate that progress, as well as provide detailed information regarding design intricacies and construction." Icon continues with production of the first four aircraft to support the FAA LSA approval process, the first of which is scheduled for completion in mid-2014. Visit www.iconaircraft.com.

Sporty's holiday ornament is an annual tradition for pilots, flight schools, FBOs and aviation enthusiasts. The Van's RV-12 is the star of this year's etched crystal ornament. It's also the 2014 Sporty's sweepstakes airplane. The package includes a bright red ribbon for hanging and is boxed for gift giving. Visit www.sportys.com.

In the fifth edition of The Complete Advanced Pilot, Bob Gardner weaves together experience and practical information while using the FAA instrument rating and commercial knowledge exams as the foundation for learning. This book prepares students for the exams, and it also provides them with an operational understanding of flight they can take to the cockpit as newly minted commercial pilots operating under instrument flight rules. Each chapter concludes with sample FAA test questions, and a comprehensive glossary and index are included, as well as useful aviation website links. Visit www.asa2fly.com.

Sporty's Pilot Pocket solves the problem as to where to stow small items such as a Bluetooth GPS or your cell phone in the cockpit. It secures to any smooth plastic or glass window surface with its three-suction-cup design. Each suction cup has a pull-off tab, making it easy to detach and reattach, which is great for airplane renters. Precision-cut openings on the bottom and both sides of the Pilot Pocket allow for connecting power cables and chargers to your portable devices. It's constructed of high-quality transparent acrylic that's resistant to scratches and won't discolor in sunlight. The Pilot Pocket measures 3.75x5x1.25 inches. The Pilot Pocket PLUS measures 4x6x1.25 inches. Visit www.sportys.com.

Disney's endearing film about a crop duster named Dusty with sky-high dreams is now available on Blu-ray, DVD, digital HD and on demand. It includes never-before-seen bonus features, including including musical number "Franz's Song," deleted scenes, a behind-the-scenes featurette that follows director Klay Hall's personal journey during the making of the film, a look at the 10 greatest aviators in history hosted by ESPN's Colin Cowherd and more. Visit movies.disney.com/planes.