FreeFlight Systems reports that engineering and certification company CMD Flight Solutions has obtained an AML STC for the installation of a FreeFlight 1203C SBAS/GNSS sensor paired with Rockwell Collins’ TDR-94/94D transponders. The pairing is a cost effective way to help aircraft owners meet the ADS-B mandate, according to company officials. “We are pleased to be a […]
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FAA launches online ADS-B equipment database
The FAA recently published its 2016 NextGen update, which provides an overview of where NextGen stands today, and where it’s going in the years to come. As part of this update, the FAA posted an online ADS-B equipment database, which allows pilots and aircraft owners to learn what equipment has been certified and other useful […]
Two new avionics systems for experimental, light sport market
The new SkyView SE, from Dynon Avionics, is made for VFR aircraft and pilots seeking an intuitive flight and engine instrument display. Available in two sizes – 7″ and 10″ – the SE-line retains SkyView’s radio interface and 2-axis autopilot. Dynon is positioning the SkyView SE as the successor to its legacy (and still available) D100 […]
NavWorx inks deal with Garmin
ROWLETT, Texas — NavWorx has entered a licensing agreement with Garmin enabling connectivity to the company’s GNS and GTN line of navigators. Under the agreement, NavWorx’ ADS600-B will interface with existing certified position sources providing the required WAAS GPS to meet the FAA’s mandate for ADS-B.For aircraft owners with Garmin GNS and GTN navigators, the installation of […]
Duncan Aviation slates New Orleans NextGen seminar
Duncan Aviation will host a free NextGen seminar in New Orleans on March 29. From 8 a.m. until 2:45 p.m. central time, Regional Avionics Sales Manager Mark Francetic and representatives from Honeywell, Garmin Avionics, ARINC, Rockwell Collins, Satcom Direct, Universal Avionics, Avionica and Gogo Biz will present information about the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) and Future Air […]
Tip: Patience is a virtue
Ray Winslow of Laughlin, Nevada, notes: “If you are a hobby pilot like me and live outside very congested airspace, do not do anything about ADS-B until this all settles out. This is especially true if your plane is like mine and only losing value every day because flying is becoming a rich man’s game.I have an […]
Garmin unveils all-in-one ADS-B transponder
Garmin has introduced the GTX 345 and GTX 335 all-in-one ADS-B transponders, which include Extended Squitter (ES) ADS-B Out with options for built-in WAAS, as well as dual-link ADS-B In. The GTX 345/335 integrate on a wide variety of current and legacy Garmin displays, including select G1000 Integrated Flight Decks, according to company officials. The GTX […]
Wanted: Pilot Tips on … Avionics and ADS-B
Have you equipped for ADS-B? What did you add to your plane and do you plan to add more? What did you learn from the experience that other pilots could benefit from? If you haven’t equipped yet, do you plan to by the 2020 mandate? What other avionics have you added recently? Was it a worthwhile investment? […]
Banyan slates ADS-B event
FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida — Banyan Air Service based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport is hosting an event that will prepare and educate aircraft owners on ADS-B, FANS-1A, EFIS and/or IFE upgrades. Representatives from Rockwell Collins, Universal Avionics, Garmin and CMD Flight Solutions will be available to help with solutions and package incentives, Banyan officials noted. Also participating with […]