RAPID CITY, S.D. — Engineering students from the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology and business students from Black Hills State University are partnering on an aviation project to develop technology to meet new FAA safety requirements at lower cost. The presidents from the longtime rival schools, both general aviation pilots who each own aircraft, are […]
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Wipaire introduces ADS-B Compliance Program
SOUTH SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Wipaire has launched a program designed to take the hassle out of ADS-B compliance for general aviation aircraft owners and operators. The program features a stress-free quoting process with a simple questionnaire. Interested owners need only fill out a form on the Wipaire website, at EAA Airventure Oshkosh, or other events. Based […]
Stratus ESG transponder now certified
FARGO, North Dakota — Appareo reports that its Stratus ESG transponder has received Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization from the FAA. Stratus ESG is a panel-mounted 1090 ES transponder that helps aircraft owners meet the FAA’s 2020 mandate by providing ADS-B Out and built-in WAAS GPS all in one box, priced at $2,995. The company also reports that […]
NextGen seminar July 13 in Minnesota
Duncan Aviation will host a free NextGen seminar July 13 in Bloomington, Minnesota. From 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. central time, Regional Avionics Sales Manager Mark Francetic and partners Universal Avionics, Satcom Direct, L-3 Aviation Products, Garmin, Rockwell Collins, Honeywell and ARINC Direct will present information about the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) and Future Air […]
FreeFlight Systems launches $500 bridge rebate program for ADS-B
WACO, Texas — FreeFlight Systems is now offering a $500 rebate on its ADS-B and WAAS/GPS solutions. FreeFlight Systems’ Bridge Rebate Program offers customers cost savings on these products today, allowing them to take advantage of ADS-B benefits immediately, instead of waiting for the FAA’s ADS-B Rebate Program, company officials note. FreeFlight Systems’ Bridge Rebate Program covers […]
Turbine aircraft added to ADS-B AML STC
WACO, Texas — FreeFlight Systems reports that engineering and certification company CMD Flight Solutions has expanded its AML STC to include Part 23 turbine aircraft. This allows for the installation of a FreeFlight 1203C SBAS/GNSS sensor paired with Rockwell Collins’ TDR94/94D transponders for ADS-B compliance. As a certified ADS-B position source approved for all ICAO jurisdictions, the integrated […]
FAA offers rebate for GA aircraft owners to equip for ADS-B
The FAA has launched a rebate program that will help general aviation pilots equip their aircraft with NextGen technology. “To further demonstrate our commitment to NextGen, we will soon offer some general aviation aircraft owners a $500 rebate to help defray some of the cost for purchasing ADS-B Out avionics,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony […]
ADS-B STC completed for 460+ aircraft
FreeFlight Systems reports that Nebraska-based Trego-Dugan Aviation has received AML STC approval for installation of a FreeFlight 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor and Garmin GTX330ES Mode S transponder in more than 460 aircraft. FreeFlight’s 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor pairs with ADS-B capable transponders like the GTX330ES to provide compliance with the FAA’s 2020 ADS-B mandate. A follow-on AML STC […]
Spirit Aeronautics offers ADS-B position guarantees
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Beginning July 1, Spirit Aeronautics customers will be able to lock-in their ADS-B upgrade and ensure the required equipment is reserved for their aircraft. “With less than 1,309 days until the ADS-B mandate becomes a reality, customers need to reserve their equipment and installation position as quickly as possible to ensure they […]