Abstract: An improved lid for a portable beverage container, the lid including a storage compartment adapted for holding various personal items. The compartment, which includes a separate cover, further includes a water-tight feature, which prevents liquids, either from within the container, or outside of the container from contacting the items or contents within the compartment. The present lid is also configured for use with a variety of portable beverage containers.

Abstract: Techniques are described to simplify operation and maintenance of an aircraft by configuring an avionics unit to wirelessly communicate and receive avionics related data in a seamless fashion. In embodiments, an aircraft is equipped with a regulatory-certified avionics device configured to be installed in the aircraft. The system includes a memory card reader and associated memory card. The memory card includes a wireless transceiver to facilitate communication between the avionics unit and a mobile device (e.g., a tablet computer or smart phone employing a suitable application, a portable avionic device, etc.).