Dual Electronics’ XGPS170 GPS + ADS-B Receiver for Apple and Android devices is now compatible with the AOPA FlyQ EFB app. The in-flight weather received through the XGPS170 seamlessly integrates into the FlyQ EFB app, providing all the benefits of the ADS-B broadcast, according to company officials. The new AOPA FlyQ EFB is an iPad […]
Avionics
Avionics sales top $1.7 billion in first quarter
In the first three months of 2013, total worldwide avionics sales amounted to $1,706,006,894.49, or more than $1.7 billion, as reported by the 20 aviation electronics manufacturers participating in the first quarterly Avionics Market Report from the Aircraft Electronics Association. The dollar amount (using net sales price, not manufacturer’s suggested retail price) includes: All aircraft […]
Aspen Avionics partners on museum exhibit
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Aspen Avionics’ Evolution Flight Display is part of a new exhibit at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History in Albuquerque. The exhibit, called Dynamics of Flight, runs June 1 through Dec. 31, 2013, and highlights the advances in aircraft design and technology from the Wright brothers to the Space Shuttle. […]
Wireless ADS-B receiver for Xavion app debuts
Laminar Research, creators of the X-Plane flight simulator franchise, have unveiled enhancements through third party hardware support for Xavion, its mobile aviation application. Laminar Research recently introduced Xavion, a mobile (iPhone and iPad) product providing state-of-the-art synthetic vision, GPS navigation, instrument backups and a visual glide path to the nearest airport in the event of […]
Aspen’s Connected Panel takes flight on Pilatus
Aspen Avionics’ Connected Panel technology will be integrated into the new Pilatus PC-12 NG Connected flight deck system. The Pilatus PC-12 NG features Honeywell Primus Apex avionics enhanced with a suite of mobile apps that simplify and streamline operational activities, according to company officials. Aspen’s Connected for Pilatus platform enables wireless communication between the apps […]
Aspen Evolution backup display expands to Archer and Seminoles
Piper Aircraft has selected Aspen Avionic’s Evolution Backup Display system for its Piper Archer (pictured) and Seminole line of aircraft. The Evolution Backup Display is a fully digital, independent flight display system designed to replace mechanical backup instruments used in Part 23 glass panel installations. Previously announced was the approval for delivery of the Piper […]
Garmin gets FAA nod for GTX 330, GTX 33 ES
Garmin has received an Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certification (AML STC) that allows its GTX 330 ES and GTX 33 ES transponders to be installed in hundreds of makes and models of fixed-wing aircraft. This certification qualifies these products for ADS-B NextGen compliance (with accompanying WAAS position source). The products “are an ideal solution […]
Sporty’s debuts approval service for iPad/ForeFlight cockpit use
Pilots flying large turbine-powered airplanes governed by Part 91F or flying as a fractional on-demand or Part 135 operation may need formal FAA approval to use an iPad in pursuit of a paperless cockpit. Now these pilots have some help from Sporty’s. “Gaining approval for your iPad as an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) can be […]
GRT Avionics cuts prices
WYOMING, Mich. — GRT Avionics has lowered prices on all of its EFIS systems by over 30%, while retaining all the features, according to company officials. Customers can now purchase a 10.4-inch Horizon HXr system for $5,650 — more than $3,500 under the previous retail price. This package includes everything needed for a single-display, single-AHRS […]