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Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog company, announced today the TSO approval of a new update to the S-TEC 3100 that brings additional features and enhancements to their popular digital autopilot. The new Version 1.4 update comprises of both software and hardware changes to the S-TEC 3100. The new hardware features a white backlit display perfect for bright sunlit panels or steep viewing angles. An updated bezel accompanies the change in display and features an optional VNAV button or menu (MNU) button. Please note the release of the VNAV button will be 3 months after release of the new bezel with MNU…
The 109th annual award recognizes Garmin with the greatest accomplishment of 2020 in aeronautics or astronautics. Garmin Ltd. announced that Garmin Autoland has been awarded the 2020 Robert J. Collier Trophy for the world’s first certified autonomous system designed to activate during an emergency to safely fly and land an aircraft without human intervention1. The Collier Trophy has been the benchmark of aerospace achievement for over a century and is awarded annually by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) to recognize “the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving performance, efficiency, safety in air or space vehicles,…
Marks first air transport category aircraft to feature this advanced flight deck platform Garmin® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), today announced an agreement with Deutsche Aircraft to provide the state-of-the-art Garmin G5000® integrated flight deck for the innovative D328eco Companion™ flight deck. Deutsche Aircraft is working to develop the new D328eco, which is expected to provide the regional air transportation market a more sustainable and environmentally friendly aircraft option by 2025. “Deutsche Aircraft is developing the D328eco to be a disruptive new entrant in the regional air transportation segment, and we are proud to work in close…
Flying demonstrations and ground displays featured July 28-August 1 The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) will bring a wide spectrum of its aircraft designed for unique missions as part of its presence at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, which takes place July 26-August 1 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. “As we’ve solidified the roster of aircraft from AFSOC this year, the variety of aircraft coming to Oshkosh is truly impressive,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programming, who coordinates AirVenture features and attractions. “Each of these aircraft have a distinct mission and role within AFSOC,…
Acquisition expands reach into air transport services Garmin® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), today announced the acquisition of AeroData, Inc., a privately held, industry leading provider of aircraft performance software and services tailored to commercial and business aviation. AeroData’s portfolio includes products such as runway analysis, takeoff and en route performance, weight and balance, automated passenger and cargo load planning, global airport obstacle database, around-the-clock NOTAM monitoring, and other customized software solutions. “We are excited to welcome the AeroData team to the Garmin family. We look forward to building upon AeroData’s incredible success in providing advanced software…
System enhancements available for aircraft with existing G1000 NXi installations and those looking to upgrade. Garmin® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), today announced G1000® NXi updates for Citation Mustang aircraft to allow owners and operators to upgrade many key aircraft systems. Available for both fielded G1000 NXi installations and those looking to upgrade their aircraft, these upgrades include the addition of the GWX™ 75 advanced weather radar and new datalink weather and communications capability for operators via the GSR 56. Other new enhancements include the ability for operators to retain dual diversity transponder systems in addition to the benefits of an ADS-B…
Certification provides select Piper PA-24 Comanche aircraft owners a modern and cost-effective autopilot upgrade Garmin® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd., today announced it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the GFC™ 500 autopilot in select Piper PA-24 Comanche aircraft. The GFC 500 autopilot is intended for light piston aircraft and delivers superior in-flight characteristics, self-monitoring capabilities and minimal maintenance needs when compared to older generation autopilot systems. The GFC 500 autopilot certification for select PA-24 aircraft includes the following models: • PA-24-180 • PA-24-250 • PA-24-260 • PA-24-260B • PA-24-260C1 The GFC 500 autopilot…
The GFC 600 now offers Cessna CitationJet owners and operators a cutting-edge autopilot upgrade. Garmin® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), today announced it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the GFC™ 600 digital autopilot in select Cessna CitationJet 525 models1, the first jet certification for this popular autopilot solution. The GFC 600 digital autopilot delivers superior in-flight characteristics and new operational capabilities such as autopilot-coupled Vertical Navigation (VNAV) descent, auto Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) switching, fully coupled go-around capability and much more. “We are thrilled to announce the first jet aircraft approval for the…
We all have had some hard times in this past year in this pandemic: scurrying to find common household items like Lysol, 409, and even toilet paper. Whether these were caused by panic buying by the public in this Covid pandemic or as a direct result of workforce shortages on production lines, the shortages were, at least, temporary and the supply chain caught up quite quickly with most of these commodities. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of the of our everyday LSA, glider and general aviation components, including tires. The supply chain has not yet caught up with demand…
Icom America announces changes within the Marine and Avionics divisions. David McLain, our seasoned Marine and Avionics Senior Sales Manager, is leaving Icom to pursue new opportunities. We wish David all the best! Ray Novak (N9JA), Senior Sales Manager of Icom’s Amateur division, adds the Marine and Avionics divisions to his roster. Ray has an extensive background in the amateur radio industry spanning 32+ years. Ray began his career at Icom with the Technical Support Team, and for the last ten years, has been the lead for the Amateur Division. Ray will continue working from the DFW area. Throughout his…