Aspen Avionics reports that FAA certification has been received for its latest software upgrade, which includes several additional ADS-B display features on its Evolution 500/1000 multi-function display (MFD). The latest software upgrade includes textual METARS information displayed on the MFD, which provides an intuitive display of subscription-free weather data in an easy-to-read format, company officials noted. […]
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Aspen receives FAA nod for S-TEC integration with Evolution 1000
Aspen Avionics has received FAA certification to interface its Evolution 1000 Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD) with the System 55X autopilot (S-TEC) by Genesys Aerosystems. The STC covers hundreds of light single and twin piston aircraft platforms. According to company officials, benefits include: Reduces workload: No multiple altimeter setting adjustment required; engagement of autopilot […]
Aspen Avionics’ Evolution displays interface with Genesys System 55X autopilot
OSHKOSH — Aspen Avionics reported at AirVenture 2016 that certification is pending to interface its Evolution 1000 Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD) with the System 55X autopilot by Genesys Aerosystems. The STC will cover hundreds of light single and twin piston aircraft platforms. Anticipated certification is expected in the third quarter of 2016. “Aspen’s Pro PFD with the Genesys […]
NexNav Micro-i GPS now available for experimental aircraft
OSHKOSH — Aspen Avionics is expanding beyond the manufacturer sales channel to deliver its NexNav Micro-i GPS receiver/sensor through Aspen’s authorized dealer network. The aftermarket sales channel will offer experimental aircraft owners a compliant GPS position source for ADS-B Out, company officials noted at this year’s AirVenture. The Micro-i is part of the GPS product line […]
Aspen adds more ADS-B features to Evolution Flight Displays
OSHKOSH — Aspen Avionics revealed at this year’s AirVenture that certification is imminent for its latest software upgrade that includes several additional ADS-B display features on its Evolution 500/1000 multi- function display (MFD). The latest software upgrade includes textual METARS information to be displayed on the MFD, which provides an intuitive display of subscription-free weather data in […]
Aspen Avionics’ Evolution Backup Display certified
Aspen Avionics reports has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of its Evolution Backup Display. The Evolution Backup Display is a digital, independent primary flight display (PFD) designed to replace mechanical backup instruments and the associated vacuum system supporting those instruments in Part 23 electronic flight instrument system (EFIS) installations.The Evolution Backup Display comes […]
Aspen’s Connected Panel receives patent
Aspen Avionics has been awarded a U.S. patent for its Connected Panel wireless cockpit system. The patent, first applied for in 2011, is the industry’s only FAA-certified and patented avionics technology to interface wirelessly with non-certified mobile devices such as the Apple iPad or Android devices before, during and after flight, according to Aspen officials. […]
NextGen finding program bundles Aspen and L-3 equipment
Aspen Avionics reports it is now included in the NextGen GA Fund’s new Jumpstart GA-IN program. The program is the second in a series of efforts to ease the financial burden of ADS-B compliance for general aviation. Aircraft owners can achieve compliance and get subscription-free ADS-B traffic and weather using Aspen displays, coupled with L-3’s Lynx NGT-2500 […]
Aspen introduces Evolution Pro Plus Safety Package
Aspen Avionics introduced at this week’s AirVenture the Evolution Pro Plus safety package, which includes the Evolution primary flight display (PFD) preloaded with synthetic vision and the company’s newest safety product, the Evolution Angle of Attack (AOA) indicator. Purchased together, the system retails for $13,995, a $1,695 savings over purchasing each separately. Aspen’s Evolution Synthetic Vision (ESV) […]