Travers & Associates Newsletter - October 2012

New iPhone application makes tracking planes easier than ever

THE PLANE FINDER AR application for the Apple iPhone allows users to track the speed, altitude, and destination of airplanes in the sky by simply pointing the phone in the plane's direction. Developed by Britain-based Pinkfroot, the application uses signals from ADS-Bequipped aircraft and the phone's GPS receiver to identify the planes. The information is displayed through "augmented reality;' which overlays virtual imagery generated from the ADS-B signal on a real world environment captured through the iPhone's camera.

The app, which retails for $2.99 in the Apple App Store, was first developed for the European market where the presence of ADS-B equipment is more prevalent than the United States. If you want to use
it in the United States, we suggest you first download the free version (PlaneFinder Free) to see how well it works for the planes flying in your area.

New or Used...It's a Great Time to Buy

Have you ever looked at your dream airplane wondering if it could be something you could afford? Your dream could be a reality today. every type are being sold for deals rarely seen inaviation. With theeconomy nearing a rebound, people are again looking to upgrade aircraft, but this time they are finding bargains. Most of the deals are coming from the 2011 inventory that manufacturers want to sell before the 2012 models take over the market place. In the used market, current owners that are still feeling the pinch and have had the aircraft listed for several months are slashing prices as to avoid the extra expenses of owning an aircraft. Travers Aviation has helped several customers with the insurance on these hot deals. If you have any questions about insurability on a potential purchase call a Travers representative. We will be glad to help.

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