Certification paperwork has been submitted and approval is expected in the fall of 2022, for new software that allows Aspen Avionics’ Evolution Flight Display to interface with Garmin’s GFC 600 digital autopilot.
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Seven instruments in the palm of your hand
The new Flight Sensor Pack includes a portable artificial horizon, altimeter, G-meter, variometer, VSI, density altitude, and more.
New watch supports Wings of Hope
The limited edition watches were released in two models to celebrate the humanitarian organization that “uses the power of aviation to bring medical support to remote and vulnerable communities in more than 50 countries.”
MT Propeller approved for Cessna 206
MT-Propeller has received an STC for its 5-blade natural composite propeller on the Cessna 206 powered by the propeller turbines PT6A conversion.
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“This is a game-changing development for aircraft owners looking for an affordable, full-featured single or multi-display installation allowing removal of outdated mechanical attitude indicators. We are cleaning up panels while reducing our customer’s maintenance cost and giving them some extra weight savings as well.”
Garmin autopilot approved for more airplanes, virtual training course launches
Garmin has received FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the GFC 500 autopilot in additional aircraft, including Cessna 172D/P172D models and Commander 112B, 112TC/TC-A, and 114 models.
Latest aviation mechanic standards released
These standards become effective in September 2022 along with the new Part 147 rule, and will be the reference for the FAA Aviation Mechanic Knowledge and Oral & Practical Tests beginning July 2023.
Satcom tailored for general aviation introduced
The Iridium Certus 100 enables up to 88 kbps of bandwidth through SKYTRAC’s DLS-100 and Blue Sky Network’s SkyLink 7100 portable terminals, allowing pilots to communicate through voice and messaging while also enabling flight tracking and application updates, such as graphical and real-time weather alerts.
New trailer for ICON A5 debuts
“The ICON Enclosed Trailer has been on our product roadmap for several years now and I’m grateful to Sport Trailers for their partnership on this project,” said Jerry Meyer, CEO of ICON Aircraft. “We are excited to get this new lifestyle accessory into the hands of our owners so they can have even more options for taking their adventures off airport.”