A new Emergency Glide feature, as well as a new version of its com radio control panel, are designed to enhance safety.
Avionics
STC approved for Mid-Continent avionics on Learjets
The STC authorizes the replacement of the 2-inch standby altimeters or 2-inch standby attitude indicators installed in most legacy Learjets.
Heritage Aviation newly Authorized Garmin service center
Heritage Aviation, based at Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport (KBTV), has been named an authorized Garmin Aviation Service Center.
Audio Authority unveils White Lightning SmartGPU
Designed for a wide range of general aviation aircraft, from piston-powered to mid-size business jets, the SmartGPU will make its public debut on the new Piper M700 Fury at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.
Digital clock for Learjets approved
Butler National Corporation has received FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval of the CHRONOS digital clock, that includes USB-A and USB-C chargers, on Learjet Model 24, 24B/D/E/F, 25, 25B/C/D/F, 28, 29, 31, 31A, 35, 35A, C21A, 36, 36A, 55, 55B, 55C, 60, and 60XR airplanes.
Plane Panels Part Two
Here’s another installment in “Can you pick a panel for a plane?” in which our Of Wings & Things columnist pairs some grand old Air Force cockpit photos with examples of the aircraft depicted, including the exotic German Messerschmitt Me 262 jet fighter.
A new era for the connected cockpit in certified aircraft
The AV-Link enables the display of non-certified ADS-B traffic data on certified avionics instruments, according to officials with uAvionix.
New aviation radio technology introduced
RADIANT Technology is introducing a new radio technology, codenamed SCARP (Software Controlled Aviation Receiver Platform), which allows monitoring of up to eight VHF aviation radio frequencies simultaneously.
New device increases safety for general aviation pilots
A student pilot’s struggles during training led to the development of the SkyVoice Alert 500, a takeoff and landing height announcer with gear warning, approved to install in all general aviation aircraft under the FAA’s Non Required Safety Enhancing Equipment (NORSEE) program.