uAvionix Corporation reports that both the echoUAT and SkyEcho ADS-B transceivers are officially supported on the flight planning app ForeFlight Mobile. What that means is that as part of the Foreflight Connect program, echoUAT and SkyEcho display ADS-B weather and traffic through the ForeFlight Mobile application. “We are very excited for our echoUAT and SkyEcho […]
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FreeFlight introduces next gen sensor
FreeFlight Systems has introduced its Model 1201C SBAS/GNSS sensor. As an ADS-B rule-compliant position source, the 1201C SBAS/GNSS sensor meets the performance requirements of GPS certification, according to company officials. The 1201C has been designed to replace the 1201, the first SBAS/GNSS sensor to receive FAA TSO authorization. The 1201C integrates with existing Mode S […]
$199 ADS-B receiver unveiled
Adventure Pilot, the maker of the iFly GPS, has unveiled its affordable ADS-B receiver, the RXWX. According to company officials, the device builds on the Stratux platform, but arrives fully assembled and ready to fly. Features include: Dual band ADS-B In; Internal WAAS capable GPS sensor; Temperature sensing automated cooling fan; WiFi Interface up to […]
ADS-B proves vital in aftermath of hurricanes
ADS-B is helping air traffic controllers and emergency planners during disaster relief flights in the wake of the recent hurricanes, according to a new story by Dave Hughes, of the FAA’s NextGen Outreach and Reporting. In a recent post, Hughes shows how ADS-B helped air traffic controllers handle traffic in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey: […]
More than 40,000 aircraft now equipped with ADS-B
As of Sept, 1, 2017, rule-compliant Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) equipment is now on board more than 40,000 aircraft flying in the United States. The FAA estimates that 100,000 to 160,000 general aviation aircraft will need to be equipped with ADS-B Out before the Jan. 1, 2020, mandate. The FAA is also offering a $500 rebate […]
Sept. 18 last day for ADS-B rebate
Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, is the last day general aviation pilots can reserve their $500 rebates to install ADS-B. Starting Jan. 1, 2020, airplanes must be equipped with ADS-B Out to fly in most controlled airspace. For the past year, the FAA has offered the rebate as an incentive to get GA aircraft owners to […]
ADS-B for $249
Seattle Avionics has introduced Merlin, a two-channel ADS-B receiver with GPS and AHRS for $249.99. “Simply connect the included battery pack (or power the Merlin with the included USB cable), connect your iPad to its wireless network, fire-up FlyQ EFB and get weather and traffic on your iPad,” company officials note. Features Dual-channel ADS-B In […]
Stratus ES integrates with Garmin, Avidyne navigators for affordable ADS-B
FARGO, North Dakota — Appareo has added to its Stratus family of cost-effective, easily-installed certified avionics for general aviation. Just like Stratus ESG, the company’s flagship transponder, the new Stratus ES is a certified 1090 Extended Squitter (ES) ADS-B Out transponder designed with the common 1.65” form factor to easily replace existing transponders. While Stratus […]
GA posts ‘historically low’ accident rates
A new report that reviewed general aviation accidents for 2014 shows that “significant improvements and historically low accident rates” posted in 2013 were not an anomaly. “Across the general aviation community, we can take pride that our collaborative efforts appear to be having a positive, sustained impact,” said Richard McSpadden, executive director of the Aircraft […]