Garmin has unveiled new updates for the GTR 205 and GTR 205x slimline COMM radios that add optional integrated audio panel capabilities, including a four-place intercom, dual-COMM switching, and COMM playback.
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Cirrus upgrades Cirrus IQ app
With the upgraded Cirrus IQ app, aircraft owners can pair their connected Cirrus aircraft to the IQ app to check aircraft status, such as fuel, fluids, battery health, and flight hours through their iPhone or the new My Hangar online portal, Cirrus officials said.
STC awarded for new prop on X-Range Meridian
Advantages of the engine replacement include more efficiency, extended range, and a reduction in maintenance and operating costs, company officials said.
New book on building a kit airplane released
“This is the book I wish I had before I started my kit airplane project,” says author Elby Gray.
Garmin introduces its first carbon monoxide detector for aircraft
The GCO 14 integrates CO level monitoring and alerting into GTN Xi navigators, GI 275 flight instruments, and TXi flight displays.
SafeTurn portable turn coordinator debuts
RADIANT Technology has introduced SafeTurn, a portable turn coordinator, which utilizes a solid state gyroscope along with an embedded accelerometer to create a turn coordinator.
uAvionix introduces next-gen ADS-B transponder
The echoESX EXP for experimental aircraft is intended for use with ground-based ADS-B systems and available now for pre-orders. The certified echoESX TSO version, compatible with the certified AV-30-C control head panel display is expected in early 2026.
True Blue Power introduces new charging ports
“With the introduction of 45-watt charging ports, we now offer USB chargers for any aircraft with a 14-volt or 28-volt electrical bus. The available range of power is unmatched and spans 15 to 100 watts per port,” said Van Winter, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for True Blue Power, who added that customers have been “asking for more power on lower voltage aircraft for years.”
Sporty’s introduces the Flight Gear Cooler Caddy
Sporty’s has introduced the Flight Gear Cooler Caddy, a cooler, drink caddy, and iPad storage rolled into one product.