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 […]
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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 […]
Latest version of Universal Avionics’s software includes ADS-B failure message
Universal Avionics has released a new software version for the Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)-Flight Management System (FMS) that includes messaging to alert pilots of a failure of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out system. The FAA has made it clear that ADS-B Out failure annunciations in the flight deck are required for Part 23 and Part 25 […]
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 […]
TSO granted for Universal Avionics AHRS
The FAA has granted Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization for Universal Avionics AHS-525 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS). The AHS-525 is positioned as a low-cost option for replacing legacy mechanical VGs and DGs in Part 23 and Part 25 fixed wing aircraft, and Part 27 and Part 29 rotorcraft, according to company officials. The AHS-525 […]