During the opening session of the 66th annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show on April 24, 2023, the FAA presented the Charles Taylor Master Mechanic Award to Ric Peri, the association’s vice president of government and industry affairs.
Avionics
Six Pack Aero gets FAA nod for Cessna 172 panel kit
An STC-approved replacement panel that allows for the installation of either a standard six pack or a 10-inch Primary Flight Display (PFD) without compromising the structure of the airframe for Cessna 172 models E through M.
Piper adds PlaneSync to M600s
With PlaneSync, M600 owners can remotely check key aircraft and flight planning information, including fuel quantity, aircraft location, oil temperature, battery voltage, the current METAR at the aircraft’s location, and more via the Garmin Pilot application.
G1000 NXi flight deck upgrade unveiled for Kodiak 100s
During the 2023 SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo, Daher and Garmin revealed a G1000 NXi integrated flight deck retrofit for earlier-production Kodiak 100s, “bringing next-generation avionics technology to in-service versions of this multi-role turboprop-powered aircraft,” according to Daher officials.
Next generation iFly GPS debuts
One of the new features in iFly EFB is Weight & Balance, which will allow pilots to calculate and manage their aircraft’s weight and balance information, according to company officials.
Dynon partners with Airmate
A new partnership between Dynon Avionics and Airmate enables SkyView pilots in the United State to access Airmate’s aviation data for $49.90 a year.
Garmin autopilot certified for Cessna 172s and 175s, Commanders
Specific models include Commander 112 and 112A, as well as Cessna 172A, 172B, 172C, 175A, 175B, and 175C.
AeroBrigham acquires heads-up display division from MyGoFlight
The new company, which will be known as AeroDisplay, will feature heads-up display (HUD) configurations for both general aviation airplanes and helicopters, according to company officials.
Demand high for aviation mechanics and technicians
A recent “Ask the Industry” poll by the Aircraft Electronics Association finds that 83.5% of repair stations are hiring technicians now or will need to hire more people later in 2023.