Aero Electric Aircraft (AEAC) unveiled the single-seat technology demonstrator for its next-generation solar electric training aircraft called Sun Flyer. AEAC, in conjunction with its development partner, Bye Aerospace, is planning to offer the first U.S.-sponsored, all-electric airplane serving the training, recreational and general aviation markets. The company is licensing technology from PC-Aero and is collaborating with Redbird Flight Simulations to offer a comprehensive pilot training system. Jerry Gregoire, Redbird Chairman, said his company will be developing a flight simulator for Sun Flyer. "This is a significant game-changer for our industry," he said. "Pilot training is a logical path for introducing the economic and safety benefits of electric propulsion." Visit www.aeac.aero and www.byeaerospace.com.

Mooney has announced it will open a third office in Beijing, China. "After years of strict military control, the country is getting serious about permitting private flights within its borders," said Dr. Jerry Chen, CEO of Mooney International Corporation. "We want to be a big part of this exciting growth opportunity." Peter Claeys has been appointed Vice President of Sales and Marketing and will head the office in Bejing. Visit www.mooney.com.

At EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis., Icon Aircraft unveiled the first production A5, an aircraft the company refers to as Engineering Serial Number 1 (ESN-1). This is the first A5 built from the production design with production tooling and using production methods and components. ESN-1 was built over a five-month period, from January to June of 2014, and successfully completed its first flight on July 7, 2014, in Tehachapi, Calif. This aircraft is one of three that will be used to verify performance and complete FAA approval prior to the start of customer deliveries in May of 2015. ESN-1 was built at Icon's facility in Tehachapi, Calif., and wears a one-off commemorative paint scheme to celebrate this significant milestone on the A5's road to production. A second production prototype, ESN-2, is currently under construction, and is scheduled for completion and structural testing this autumn. Visit www.iconaircraft.com.

Twenty-five years ago, Bose announced its Bose Aviation Headset, the first commercial aviation headset ever introduced and a technological breakthrough that changed flying forever. This year, Bose honors the engineers who made it possible and the pilots who have chosen Bose for a quarter century. "We've never stopped working on making our aviation headsets better," said Sean Garrett, vice president of the Bose Noise Reduction Technology Group. "Our research has produced advancements and performance that at one time seemed impossible. But what's really exciting is that we've only just begun." Visit www.bose.com.

CalAir has moved from Torrance Airport to Hawthorne Airport. The Cirrus flight school was welcomed by its new home, Jet Center, with a ribbon- cutting ceremony. Unlike many other Los Angeles-area airports, Hawthorne Airport has no departure curfews, no landing fees and no noise abatement. Companies such as Tesla, Space X and Surf Air are on the field and happy to have aviation business thrive and succeed. The Jet Center features a pilots' lounge and briefing room, and there's a restaurant located onsite. Visit www.calaironline.com and www.jetcenterla.com.

Quest Aircraft announced the certification of its new Summit Executive interior. The five-place interior features club seating, two fold-out tables and two easy-access storage cabinets. The all-leather, fully adjustable seats include a full recline function, as well as individual tracking systems for additional legroom, adjustable headrests and fold-down arm rest. A sixth cabin seat for additional seating is available as an option. "The certification of the Summit gives customers a complete range of interior levels to complement just about any mission," said Sam Hill, President and CEO of Quest. "We know from listening to the marketplace that the Summit will be a popular choice for many operators, and we are pleased to offer even more interior options for customers to consider." Visit www.questaircraft.com.

Daher-Socata announced its delivery of a TBM 900 to AVEX, the Camarillo, Calif.-based authorized TBM distributor for the U.S. states of California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico. This is the 100th new TBM for the California company since it became an official dealer for Daher-Socata aircraft 15 years ago. The aircraft is the third TBM 900 provided to AVEX this year and will be delivered to its owner, John Edwards. Visit www.tbm.aero and www.daher.com.

Wipaire announced that approval has been received for performance- and utility-enhancing modifications for the Cessna 182 Skylane. These modifications include the Lycoming IO-580 engine conversion and a gross weight increase to 3,500 pounds when on Wipline 3000 floats. "Our goal for this project was to provide owners and pilots a more useful, better-performing airplane, and these modifications do just that," stated Chuck Wiplinger, President and COO. "We like to say that these improvements are 'the cure for the common Skylane.'" Visit www.wipaire.com.

Sporty's Airspace Review has been updated and is now delivered as an online course that includes more than 30 minutes of new HD video with 3-D graphics and animations. The course also includes invaluable sections on TFRs, national security areas and military intercept procedures, and discusses the Washington, D.C., SFRA and its laser-based Visual Warning System. Contact: www.sportys.com.

MyGoFlight's new FlexMounts help you to mount an iPad, tablet or phone in the cockpit without blocking the view, controls or instruments. A single control knob allows you to flex the arm to any length and position. The FlexSuction mounts to glass or other smooth surfaces. It compacts to 3.25 inches or extends to 13 inches. Contact: www.mygoflight.com.

ASA's new AirClassic Headset Head Pad has a padded, microfiber fleece cover with hook-and-loop closure to simplify installation and removal, as well as access to headset adjustments. The Headset Head Pad fits ASA headsets, and most other models. It's designed to fit spring-steel headbands up to 5⁄8 inches wide, but may be modified to fit slightly larger headbands. Contact: www.asa2fly.com.

The iOximeter is a pulse oximeter for smartphones (iOS and Android compatible) and is powered entirely by your device's headphone jack. Download the free app, which will record continuously for up to 12 hours and gives warnings when the finger is out or the probe is detached. It displays pulse rate and oxygen saturation, and features programmable alarms for high/low pulse and Sp02 rates. Contact: www.pilotmall.com.