New Avionics:
Thirty Companies Reveal Their Latest Magic
by Gary Picou |
| Every year, general aviation avionics manufactures and installers meet at the
Aircraft Electronics Association's Annual Convention and Trade Show to trade
ideas and show off the new stuff. At the most recent convention, many manufacturers
introduced extra slick advanced avionics that will soon be the hottest things on the
market. Others introduced new services they offer. This covers the latest technology
that you'll want in your cockpit. (more) |
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Compliance Countdown |
| Gordon Gilbert of Aviation International News compiled this list of upcoming compliance
deadlines on mandated avionics systems that you need to know about. (more) |
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What's New With Electronic Flight Bags?
by Dale Smith |
Today's Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) have come a long way in a very short time.
Sure they give you instant access to electronic versions of your approach plates
and virtually eliminate paper from your cockpit
but they can do a whole lot more.
But does every pilot need one? (more) |
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What's On Your Horizon?
Equipment Descriptions to Assist
with Your Avionics Purchases |
| To help you in your avionics purchases, we've compiled detailed descriptions that
cover Navigation Equipment, Communication, Autoflight, In-Flight Entertainment,
Displays and Surveillance. (more) |
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How to Choose a Headset
by George Wilhelmsen |
| When pilots first start to learn to fly, they frequently are interested in buying a
set of headsets. Apart from the fact that they are more comfortable than earplugs,
headsets provide better communications in the cockpit, which enhances the safety of
flight and reduces the learning curve for new pilots. This article provides you with
the information you need to make the right decision from the wide array of features
that are available in headsets today. (more) |
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Safeguarding Your Avionics |
| The AEA Avionics Advisory Board has put together some helpful tips on maintaining your avionics
investment and protecting your valuable radios. (more) |
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Next Generation Avionics Dealing With Data
by Gary Picou |
| The next generation of avionics will make the traditional way of getting your clearances look
like a quill pen inkwell. Just as the internet has dramatically increased the accessibility of
information to the home, a datalink established from the ground to the cockpit will have a
similar impact on aviation. Aviation safety will be beneficiary, along with less stress
("what'd he say, what'd he say??") and more accuracy. As consumers, aircraft owners are
going to be faced with a confusing array of choices, including services, service providers,
system types, and data transfer protocols. (more) |
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What Is a TSOA?
by Jason Dickstein |
| The acronyms TSO and TSOA are quite common in the avionics industry. They are
used so commonly that we sometimes forget that those new to the industry (and
even some who are long-time industry professionals) do not know what a TSO is.
Find out what it is and how it affects you. (more) |
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Maintaining a Good Relationship Between the Avionics Shop and the Customer |
| Find out what information you need to provide your avionics shop to ensure a professional
installation at a reasonable cost, and, in turn, what you can expect from your avionics shop. (more) |
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TRAINING: The Key to Getting the Most Out of Your Avionics Investment
by Paul Novacek |
| When making a purchase decision about your avionics, have you considered the training? No
matter what the brochures say about how easy it is to use, you still need to learn the
controls and what the displays are attempting to tell you. Good training material or time
with a competent flight instructor costs money, but the reward allows you to gain the most
out of your new avionics investment. (more) |
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The Best Way to Save Money on Your Avionics |
| Save money by avoiding these common errors when purchasing avionics. Eastern Avionics
International Inc. authors this informative article. (more) |
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Why Should You Use a DER?
by Greg Wilson |
| With technology expanding at an exponential rate, never before has the pilot had available
so many options regarding aircraft alterations. These options often bring with them a more
complex decision-making process involving critical time lines and financial considerations.
As a pilot, and an FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER), Greg Wilson is continually
monitoring the avionics marketplace to stay in touch with what is happening with the development
of new avionics systems and to stay current with regulatory requirements. |
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In-Flight Entertainment Systems
by Dale Smith |
| Wouldn't it be nice to pass the hours with a little background music? There's a
seemingly endless assortment of ways to deliver your favorite music and even movies
into your airplane in the highest fidelity imaginable. (more) |
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