Starting in 2024, the Caravan and Grand Caravan EX, will offer the Garmin G1000 NXi, according to company officials. Avionics that will become standard include the GDL 60 datalink, the GTX 345DR diversity transponder, and the GI 275 electronic standby.
Products
Garmin’s PlaneSync now available for retrofit installations
PlaneSync automatically updates avionics databases, logs flight and engine data, and allows aircraft owners to remotely check fuel and systems status via the Garmin Pilot app, according to company officials.
Redbird Tracon updated
The company’s multi-simulator classroom management software enables instructors to control multiple simulator sessions simultaneously from one centralized interface. The update also allows two-way communication between instructors and students.
Cirrus launches new private pilot training program
The new Private Pilot Program provides ground school training partnered with a Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP) through a Cirrus Training Center (CTC) to help students complete their private pilot certificate in a Cirrus aircraft.
Auto Radar and Cirrus IQ added to Vision Jet
The upgrades provide pilots with increased situational awareness and connectivity during all stages of pre-flight and inflight activities, according to company officials.
Garmin Autoland, Autothrottle ready for retrofit market
The certification marks the first time Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle have been offered as a retrofit solution, as well as the first certification with G1000 NXi, according to company officials. First up: King Air 200 series aircraft.
ICON Aircraft unveils new propeller and more at AirVenture
ICON Aircraft unveiled a new propeller, and more, at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023, as well as gave an update on the company’s upcoming Type Certification for the ICON A5.
Dynon unveils D30
The D30 is designed to serve as a backup set of flight instruments in STC’d SkyView HDX systems, providing pilots with “critical backup flight information, including attitude, airspeed, altitude, vertical speed, turn rate, and slip/skid indications,” according to company officials.
FAA approves SureFly dual electronic ignitions for certified aircraft
SureFly Partners has received an FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) that permits the replacement of both mechanical magnetos on certified four- and six-cylinder Lycoming- and Continental-powered aircraft with dual SureFly Electronic Ignitions.