Dynon has introduced the SV-ADSB-470 UAT Band Traffic and Weather Receiver for the SkyView system. This remotely mounted receiver module integrates with the SkyView system to provide access to weather and traffic information on top of the detailed navigational information SkyView already provides, company officials said. At an MSRP of $995, the SV-ADSB-470 has been […]
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Garmin introduces ADS-B lineup
Garmin has introduced a suite of certified and portable ADS-B solutions, providing options for any aircraft owner to satisfy the U.S. NextGen mandate for ADS-B Out and also gain access to the benefits of ADS-B In, including traffic and subscription-free weather information. “NextGen represents a significant opportunity for pilots to fly with greater safety, efficiency, […]
ADS-B’s two-for-one deal
By JEFFREY BOCCACCIO. This is the 11th in a series of articles looking at the impact of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) on GA pilots. Sounds like a sale doesn’t it? Well, not really. Instead, it’s a reference to the FAA’s decision as part of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) to […]
Dual Electronics adds to lineup
In its first appearance at Airventure, July 23-29 in Oshkosh, Dual Electronics will be showing its new ADS-B Weather & Traffic Receiver — the XGPS150 — for use with the iPad and Android tablets. Building upon the success of the first Dual GPS receiver, the XGPS150, the new product will seamlessly integrate with EFB apps, […]
ADS-B receiver with Synthetic Vision AHRS debuts
Unmanned avionics company Sagetech Corporation brings its expertise in miniaturization to the general aviation market this summer with its new ADS-B receiver. The Clarity family of ADS-B receivers offers an array of features in a portable unit smaller than a hockey puck. Highlights include: Dual-Link ADS-B data receiver (978 MHz, 1090 MHz) Integrated AHRS for […]
The transition to ADS-B
By JEFFREY BOCCACCIO. This is the tenth in a series of articles looking at the impact of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) on GA pilots. ADS-B is the system that literally allows NextGen to become “The Next NextGen.” It stands for Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast. But what does that all mean? Automatic: This basically […]
ADS-B weather solution launched
Essential Flight Technology and NavWorx have formed a strategic partnership to produce portable ADS-B weather solutions for iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Essential Flight Technology (EFT) will be the exclusive distributor for the Apple iOS-based version of the PADS WxBox. ADS-B weather is a freely broadcast service of the Next Generation Air Transportation System. Properly […]
So is NextGen really NextGen?
By JEFFREY BOCCACCIO. This is the ninth in a series of articles looking at the impact of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) on GA pilots. What the heck is this all about? NextGen really not NextGen? Over the course of the last 10 months we have reviewed quite a few navigation techniques that […]
Keep your electronics charged
Pilots have plenty of batteries to keep charged these days, from iPads to smartphones to portable ADS-B receivers. Many of these gadgets require special high amp charging devices, and Sporty’s now offers a complete selection of pilot-tested gear to meet these needs. The Dual 2.1 Amp Cigarette Lighter Adapter [#7565A – $14.95] plugs into any cockpit […]