Aspen Avionics reported at AirVenture that its integrated Evolution Angle of Attack (AOA) indicator has received FAA certification. Aspen’s patent-pending solution integrates AOA technology directly into its Evolution primary flight and multi-function displays through a software upgrade. The software is priced at $1,995. Deliveries begin immediately. Aspen’s Evolution AOA is a software-based derived angle of […]
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BendixKing debuts electronic attitude indicator
BendixKing reported at AirVenture is in the final certification stages of a solid state attitude indicator that’s designed as an alternative to its legacy mechanical attitude indicators. The new KI 300 improves operational safety and reliability by replacing the pneumatic-driven attitude system found in most general aviation aircraft with modern attitude and heading reference systems-based technology. It is […]
Garmin introduces new audio panel
At last week’s AirVenture, Garmin introduced an all-digital series of Bluetooth enabled audio panels, the GMA 350c, GMA 35c and GMA 350Hc. Designed for fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, the GMA 350c series incorporates Bluetooth technology for wireless access to music, phone, Garmin Pilot alerts and more. The all-digital GMA 350c Bluetooth audio panel incorporates Bluetooth technology, […]
Electro static discharge pliers debut
New from Snap-On Industrial are Electro Static Discharge-Safe Precision Pliers. Electro static discharge is the sudden flow of electricity between two electrically-charged objects caused by contact, an electrical short or dielectric breakdown. The Electro Static Discharge-Safe Precision Pliers use specially-designed handles to safely dissipate static, making it the ideal tool to use on aircraft, avionics […]
FAA approves new starter generator for Caravans with Blackhawk upgrade
Blackhawk Modifications reported at AirVenture that its new 325 Amp Starter Generator for the Blackhawk XP42A engine upgrade has been approved by the FAA for Cessna Caravans with the XP42A engine upgrade installed. The new generator, which replaces the stock 200 amp starter generator for the XP42A engine upgrade, is the same starter generator that Blackhawk has designated […]
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) […]
STC provides AC for Diamond DA42
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Aircenter, working in collaboration with StandardAero’s Springfield, Illinois’ in-house FAA Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) delegation, has obtained Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for a new, electrically driven air conditioning system for the Diamond DA 42 NG series of aircraft. The air conditioning system is also available for field retrofits to Diamond DA 42 Twin […]
Wipaire unveils Aurora interior
On opening day of AirVenture, Wipaire unveiled the Aurora interior for the Cessna Caravan series. “The Cessna Caravan series has been recognized as one of the finest working airplanes in the world over the last 30 years,” said Chuck Wiplinger, president and COO of Wipaire. “However, it’s unfair to label the Caravan and Grand Caravan as strictly […]
Garmin Automated Logbook syncs across devices
Garmin reports that electronic logbook capabilities are now built in to the Garmin Pilot application for iPad/iPhone and integration with flyGarmin. While flying with Garmin Pilot, the logbook feature provides automatic record keeping of commonly recorded data pertaining to each flight. Information such as date, total duration of each flight, number of takeoffs and landings, route […]