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Approach Systems unveils new prices

By Janice Wood · May 18, 2009 ·

Approach Systems Corp., the developer of APIC, Approach’s Glass Cockpit S/W, APIC Geo Synchronized Approach plates, and stand- alone Approach Plate application, has unveiled a new pricing model where customers no longer have to pay for a yearly subscription. Don’t fly in the winter? Just buy a new APIC Map update in the spring for $9.99.

This pricing model also works for Approach IAP/AD products. APIC Glass was $399 for a yearly subscription; a current update now costs $29.99. Customers can buy a complete set of geo-located approach IAP and ADs for $15.99.

“Yearly pricing has always bothered me and the new trend of lifetime pricing is just laughable,” said Kieth Sorenson, Approach Systems president. “Software vendors are always trying to get you to pay for updates you can’t use and lock you into some ridiculous pricing scheme.”

For more information: 801-802-8079 x121 or ApproachSystems.com.

About Janice Wood

Janice Wood is editor of General Aviation News.

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