SkyRecon Blog
Aviation safety, ADS-B technology, and pilot knowledge
Recognizing CO Poisoning in Flight: Symptoms Every Pilot Must Know
Learn the CO poisoning symptoms pilots face in flight, from headache to cognitive impairment, and how altitude accelerates the danger.
How Does Carbon Monoxide Enter Your Aircraft Cabin? Sources and Entry Points Explained
Discover how carbon monoxide enters your aircraft cabin through exhaust leaks, heat exchangers, and firewall gaps, plus how to prevent CO intrusion.
The Complete Guide to Carbon Monoxide Detection in General Aviation: Protecting Pilots and Passengers
Carbon monoxide detection in aviation saves lives. Learn how CO enters GA cockpits, detection options, emergency procedures, and prevention strategies.
EASA's ADS-L and Conspicuity Initiatives: Preparing GA Pilots for Europe's Digital Airspace
ADS-L explained for GA pilots: how this lightweight surveillance standard works, who's behind the coalition, and what it means for flying in Europe.
Integrating Portable ADS-B Receivers with Flight Apps: A Seamless Cockpit Experience
How portable ADS-B receivers integrate with ForeFlight, SkyDemon, and EasyVFR via GDL90. Setup tips and operational benefits for GA pilots.
Portable vs Panel-Mounted ADS-B Receivers: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Aircraft
Portable vs panel-mounted ADS-B receivers compared. Costs, installation, and operational fit to help GA pilots choose the right solution.
From Flight School to Solo Cross-Country: How ADS-B Receivers Build Pilot Confidence
How portable ADS-B receivers reduce stress and build confidence for student pilots, from first solo to cross-country navigation.
Learning from Tragedy: Notable CO Incidents in General Aviation History
Examine real CO incidents in general aviation history, NTSB findings, and the preventable factors behind fatal carbon monoxide GA accidents.
How Portable ADS-B Receivers Are Bridging the Visibility Gap in Mixed-Equipage Airspace
Mixed equipage airspace creates blind spots that ADS-B alone can't fix. See how portable receivers fill the visibility gap for GA pilots.
Installing a CO Detector in Your Aircraft: DIY vs. Professional Installation
CO detector installation in your aircraft: DIY portable options vs. professional panel mounts, optimal placement, and FAA approval requirements.
No Tablet? No Problem: Flying with SkyRecon's Built-In Display
SkyRecon's standalone ADS-B display brings real-time traffic and CO alerts to vintage, ultralight, and rental cockpits without needing a tablet.
ADS-B In vs ADS-B Out: What Every GA Pilot Needs to Know
ADS-B In vs ADS-B Out explained for GA pilots. Learn what each system does, why both matter, and how portable receivers fill the gap.