22-Oct-2015Source: Honeywell
Honeywell Aerospace (NYSE: HON) has signed a three-year agreement with Weststar Aviation Services Sdn Bhd, a global offshore helicopter transportation services provider based in Malaysia, to enroll 23 of its AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters in the Honeywell Avionics Protection Plan. The Honeywell Avionics Protection Plan, known as HAPP, is designed to shore up support for operator... Read more
22-Oct-2015Source: Honeywell
Honeywell Aerospace (NYSE: HON) has signed a five-year contract with the U.S. Army to provide modernized signal processing units to support Honeywell’s innovative Health and Usage Monitoring System, which can detect and predict potential problems before they occur for the Apache attack helicopter. The processing unit is a combat-proven solution that provides onboard sensing and... Read more
19-Oct-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins will showcase the latest in communication and avionics technology at this year’s Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition. Attendees are invited to the Rockwell Collins exhibit (Hall D, Stand D89) to discover why the company is leading the way in helping bring mission success to militaries around the world. “We have continued to... Read more
16-Oct-2015Source: Jupiter Avionics
Jupiter Avionics Corporation announced today that Air Medical Resource Group (AMRG) has selected Jupiter Avionics to equip their fleet with various JA95 Audio controllers. “We have had numerous companies come to us and talk about their products and discuss our needs with us, but no one had designed a product that met our requirements before,”... Read more
13-Oct-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics announced today it has been awarded a U.S. patent for its groundbreaking Connected Panel wireless cockpit system. The patent, first applied for in 2011, is the industry’s only FAA-certified and patented avionics technology to safely interface wirelessly with non-certified mobile devices such as the Apple iPad or Android devices before, during and after flight. “Early... Read more
12-Oct-2015Source: Garmin
For many aircraft owners, the instrument panel build or upgrade is one of the biggest commitments one can make. As the data center for the airplane, the real estate directly in front of the pilot is, to many, just as important as the wings and engine that make the airplane fly. There are countless factors... Read more
6-Oct-2015Source: Heli-One
The German Federal Police, Bundespolizei(BPOL), has selected Heli-One, the world’s largest independent provider of maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) services, to fully modernize their fleet of 18Airbus Helicopters AS332L1 Super Puma aircraft through a NATO/NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) contract with proven EFIS and avionics upgrades from Universal Avionics and other suppliers. To quickly... Read more
6-Oct-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics announced today it has added two new sales and support staff to its ranks: Steve Lawson, Western U.S. and Canada Regional Sales Manager and Charlie Reiche, Central U.S. Field Service Engineer. Together they bring over 40 years of experience to Aspen’s leading sales and support team. Steve Lawson is an Air Force veteran... Read more
2-Oct-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
The flexible and modular Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion integrated avionics system has been selected for 20 aircraft, including business jet, air transport, tilt-rotor and military flight decks. It has even been flight tested as an unmanned aerial system ground station. For the first time, the brand new Pro Line Fusion demonstrator will showcase at Helitech... Read more
29-Sep-2015Source: Aspen
Aspen Avionics announced today that Robert J. Blaha has been named director of business development which will include Aspen’s newly acquired NexNav GPS product line. Blaha has been with Aspen since 2007, previously holding the positions of regional sales manager and director of international sales. In his new role, Blaha’s initial effort will be to... Read more
25-Sep-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE: COL) today announced guidance for fiscal year 2016. The company expects revenue between $5.3 billion and $5.4 billion, earnings per share in the range of $5.20 to $5.40, and cash flow from operations of $700 million to $800 million. Total segment operating margins are expected to be about 21%. This financial... Read more
16-Sep-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins has been selected by Sikorsky for the U.S. Air Force Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) program. Rockwell Collins will provide state-of-the art avionics and mission equipment to the next generation of combat rescue helicopters, including the cockpit flight and mission display system, navigation radios and the advanced ARC-210 V/UHF communication system. “In the midst... Read more
14-Sep-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
The flexible and modular Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion® integrated avionics system has been selected for 20 aircraft, including business jet, air transport, tilt-rotor and military flight decks. It’s even been flight tested as an unmanned aerial system ground station. Now, at the China Helicopter Exposition taking place Sept. 9-13, the award-winning system is making... Read more
4-Sep-2015Source: Robinson
The same Genesys Aerosystems HeliSAS (Helicopter Stability Augmentation System) and autopilot that was FAA approved on the R66 earlier this year is now available on Robinson’s top selling R44. The R44 autopilot option has all of the same modes and functionality as the R66 including basic stability augmentation, heading hold, altitude hold, navigation signal tracking,... Read more
27-Aug-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins today announced that Rick Schmidt has been named vice president, Mergers & Acquisitions, effective immediately. He reports to Jeff MacLauchlan, senior vice president, Corporate Development. “Rick’s strong focus on M&A, financial acumen, and project management expertise will be of considerable value to the corporation as we aggressively pursue our long-term global growth strategy,”... Read more
25-Aug-2015Source: Dallas
Dallas Avionics announced today the company has entered into a dealership agreement with Live Wire for their well-known, American madeFaultChaser product. The FaultChaser, long used by members of the military, is now available for civilian operations at an affordable price through Dallas Avionics. The FaultChaser uses spread spectrum time domain reflectometry (SSTDR) to detect faulty... Read more
7-Aug-2015Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics GmbH is pleased to announce that Forrest Colliver has joined the company as Vice President of Business Development for the Becker Group. In this new role, Mr. Colliver will lead Becker’s strategic initiatives and will oversee development of the company’s product roadmap and partner relationships. He will also guide the company’s product evolution... Read more
6-Aug-2015Source: Curtiss-Wright
Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE: CW) today announced that its Defense Solutions division has received a contract from a leading defense and aerospace contractor to supply its COTS-based rugged Ethernet Router technology for use on an unmanned helicopter. Under the agreement, Curtiss-Wright will provide the customer with its Parvus DuraMAR® 5915 router product which will provide IP... Read more
4-Aug-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
The Board of Directors of Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) has declared a quarterly dividend of 33 cents per share on its common stock, payable September 8, 2015, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 17, 2015. About Rockwell Collins Rockwell Collins is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative... Read more
23-Jul-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics (Hangar B, booth 2145) today introduced the Evolution Pro Plus safety package. The package includes the Evolution primary flight display (PFD) preloaded with synthetic vision and its newest safety product, the Evolution Angle of Attack (AOA) indicator. Purchased together, the system retails for $13,995, a $1,695 savings over purchasing each separately. “We are... Read more
23-Jul-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics (Hangar B, booth 2145) announced today an agreement between L-3 and Aspen to offer an integrated system that includes the Aspen primary and multi-function displays and L-3’s Lynx® NGT-9000 MultiLink Surveillance System. Demonstrations of the integrated display system are available in the Aspen Avionics booth and in the L-3 booth (Hangar C, booth... Read more
20-Jul-2015Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced an expanded feature set and new enhancements for the GTN touchscreen avionics. These new capabilities include customer-requested features such as creating and executing customized holding patterns, search and rescue patterns, as well as animated NEXRAD weather imagery from a variety of weather sources.... Read more
20-Jul-2015Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced an expanded Connext ecosystem, which broadens compatibility to include the Garmin aera 796/795 aviation portable GPS, ForeFlight Mobile and Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck. With compatible Garmin avionics, customers can wirelessly receive ADS-B weather and traffic, as well as display precise GPS position data and... Read more
20-Jul-2015Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the GPS 20A, an ADS-B Out compliant WAAS GPS position source for experimental amateur-built (EAB) and light sport aircraft (LSA). For experimental aircraft owners that already have a Mode S Extended Squitter (ES) transponder such as the GTX 23ES, the non-certified GSP 20A... Read more
20-Jul-2015Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced electronic logbook capabilities built-in to the Garmin Pilot application for iPad/iPhone and seamless integration with flyGarmin. While flying with Garmin Pilot, the logbook feature provides automatic record keeping of commonly recorded data pertaining to each flight. Information such as date, total duration of... Read more
17-Jul-2015Source: Universal Avionics
CMD Flight Solutions’ recent FAA approval for an Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) provides aircraft operators with an expanded certification path. The solution includes the installation of Universal Avionics SBAS-Flight Management System (FMS) and Rockwell Collins TDR-94(D) Mode S Transponders. This comes at an opportune time to... Read more
17-Jul-2015Source: ForeFlight
ForeFlight, maker of the leading flight app for pilots, today announced connectivity with Garmin avionics, broadening the flight planning, in-flight, and connectivity capabilities available to customers. When connected to Garmin Flight Stream, ForeFlight Mobile customers can now wirelessly receive ADS-B weather and traffic, precise GPS position data, and dynamic pitch and bank information on iPad... Read more
16-Jul-2015Source: Garmin
Garmin is pleased to announce that it has received the European Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) validation of the U.S. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the GTN 650/750 series touchscreen avionics and GMA 35 remote audio panel in select Part 27 helicopters. With this validation, these avionics are certified and approved for installation in several popular... Read more
16-Jul-2015Source: Blue Sky Network
Blue Sky Network (BSN), a leading global provider of satellite tracking and fleet management solutions for land mobile, maritime, and aviation assets, received Anatel homologation for its HawkEye 7200 (HE7200) portable Iridium satellite tracking solution. According to Brazilian regulations, telecommunications products to be sold and used in Brazil must have a Certificate of Conformity issued... Read more
15-Jul-2015Source: Becker Avionics
Avionics innovator and digital technology provider, Becker Avionics USA has announced the appointment of David Oglesbee as director of sales. Oglesbee will oversee the sales and marketing efforts for the company. Company president Luis Gonzalez commented, “Dave brings with him significant industry knowledge and background and we welcome the addition of his talent to our... Read more
15-Jul-2015Source: PAG
Precision Aviation Services (PAS) a Precision Aviation Group, Inc. (PAG) company, a leading provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide aerospace and defense industry announced today that the company is now a Level II supplier and installation facility for Technisonic Industries Ltd.’s (Technisonic) new TDFM 9000 series P25 (Phase II) multiband airborne radios.... Read more
30-Jun-2015Source: VIH Aerospace
VIH Aerospace (VIHA – www.vihaerospace.com), a leading provider of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services announces that just one month after launching its Limited Time — Introductory Pricing Program for the MCP01 Master Caution Panel replacement for the Bell 212; it has received its first order. ‘We are excited to announce that United States-based... Read more
30-Jun-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics, manufacturer of the Evolution Flight Display System (EFD), announced today European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval for installation of its EFD1000H Primary Flight Display (PFD) into Bell and Bell/Agusta 206 models under EASA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) 10053378. The lightweight and compact form factor of Aspen’s helicopter PFD system is a perfect fit... Read more
29-Jun-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics announced today its ATX100 ADS-B transceiver will interface with the Garmin GNS 430W/530W series of GPS navigators. Deliveries begin immediately. “Aspen designs products to work with what aircraft owners already have in their panels. This newly-approved interface allows aircraft owners to use their existing GPS source from Garmin’s GNS 430W/530W navigators and eliminates... Read more
29-Jun-2015Source: Maxcraft
Maxcraft Avionics Ltd, an Avionics install, maintenance, and design company located on Pitt Meadows Airport near Vancouver, BC, has announced that they have received Transport Canada Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SH14-35 for installation of the Garmin GTX 33H Mode-S Transponder with optional GTS 825/855 TAS/TCAS-I Processor and dual directional traffic antennas. This STC will be... Read more
25-Jun-2015Source: Garmin
Garmin is pleased to announce select products now support the display of helicopter route charts throughout the United States, as well as Canadian IFR and VFR sectional charts. The aera 795/796, G3X Touch and Garmin Pilot for iOS now support the display of these charts with the most recent system software installed. Additionally, helicopter route... Read more
25-Jun-2015Source: Aspen
Aspen Avionics announced today that it has acquired Accord Technology, LLC (AT) from Accord India and AvValues LLC of Phoenix, Arizona. The transaction was completed on June 19, 2015 using a combination of cash and securities. NEXA Capital Partners provided merger and acquisition financial advisory services to Aspen Avionics. The acquisition has resulted in an... Read more
24-Jun-2015Source: Cool City Avionics
Cool City Avionics congratulates Contact Aviation in Waterford, Michigan on the successful completion of their first Cool City Avionics HAP-100 autopilot installation. The installation was completed on a Robinson R-44 helicopter. John Shirk, Managing Director of Contact Aviation, reports: “The HAP-100 was delivered on time, on budget, squawk free, and is performing perfectly.” Most importantly,... Read more
17-Jun-2015Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters, Vector Aerospace and Rockwell Collins have entered into an agreement to jointly develop and market the scalable and flexible Pro Line Fusion integrated avionics solution to upgrade Airbus Helicopters platforms. “Pro Line Fusion provides Airbus Helicopters with one of the most advanced avionics and the highest level of efficiency for the rotary wing... Read more
20-May-2015Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics is offering aircraft operators two new upgrade incentive programs for the SBAS-Flight Management System (FMS) and UniLink UL-800/801 Communications Management Unit (CMU). The programs are designed to help operators follow the path to Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and Link 2000+/Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC) compliance. Mandates for both are set to happen... Read more
19-May-2015Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics International and Telegenix Inc. are pleased to announce a partnership in the field of voice communication systems for Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations. On certain product lines, the two companies will combine their capabilities and expertise in mission critical systems in order to provide the ATC industry with turnkey voice communication solutions. This... Read more
12-May-2015Source: VIH
VIH Aerospace (VIHA), a leading provider of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services announces an Introductory Pricing Program for its Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transport Canada (TC) approved and Supplemental Type Certificated (STC) replacement Master Caution Panel (#: MCP001) for the Bell 212 series helicopter. Arne Arneson, General Manager with VIHA explains that... Read more
21-Apr-2015Source: Appareo
Stratus ESG, a 1090 Extended Squitter (ES) all-in-one ADS-B Out solution with certified WAAS GPS, was introduced today at the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) Convention. At the price of $3,490, which includes the transponder, GPS antenna and install kit, Stratus ESG is the industry’s most affordable panel-mounted 1090ES transponder with a built-in WAAS GPS. Stratus... Read more
30-Mar-2015Source: Axnes Aviation
Axnes Aviation is proud to announce the next leap in wireless communication technology, with the introduction of its Polycon New Generation (PNG) Wireless intercom solution at the Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit 2015 in Nashville, TN. The new PNG system will be unveiled at the Becker Avionics booth today on booth #200 at 1:00pm. After 3 years... Read more
9-Mar-2015Source: Curtiss-Wright
Curtiss-Wright Corporation announced that its Defense Solution division will display a wide range of its industry leading COTS-based solutions designed for use on commercial and defense aerospace helicopter platforms at Heli-Expo 2015 (Booth# 5466) The broad range of highly engineered solutions displayed will include: • Air data and data acquisition avionics; • Rugged touchscreen LCD... Read more
4-Mar-2015Source: Technisonic
At Heli-Expo 2015, Technisonic Industries Ltd., an industry leader in the development, manufacture and support of special-mission airborne communications systems, announces the completion and first deliveries’ of its newest fully P25 Phase I and Phase II compliant radio, the TDFM-9100. Developed to fulfill the ongoing need of EMS and Special Mission operators, the TDFM-9100 is the only two module, Phase II airborne radio... Read more
4-Mar-2015Source: Esterline
Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC) is showcasing its high-performance avionics systems at this year’s Heli-Expo in Booth # 4037. New to the Esterline CMC exhibit this year is the CMA-6800 LCD display, which is a form, fit and functional replacement for legacy CRT units. The CMA-6800 display offers significant improvements in reliability and readability. With this... Read more
4-Mar-2015Source: Maxcraft Avionics
Maxcraft Avionics Ltd, announces that they have received FAA STC SR03498NY (TCCA STC SH14-36) for installation of the Latitude Technologies IONode Flight Data Monitor on Sikorsky S-76 Series helicopters. IONode 100 Flight Data Monitor The IONode™ ION100 lightweight flight data recorder will help you improve aircraft operating efficiencies, reduce maintenance costs, increase safety, and help... Read more
4-Mar-2015Source: Latitude Technologies
Latitude Technologies, the premier global supplier of flight data management, flight following, and Satcom solutions for helicopter operators, will be showcasing Latitude’s complete product family at Heli-Expo 2015, HAI’s Helicopter Exposition and Trade Show in Orlando, March 2-5, at Booth #3962. Led by company president, Mark Insley, the Latitude sales team will be at the... Read more
3-Mar-2015Source: Axnes
Axnes Aviation is proud to announce the next leap in wireless communication technology, with the introduction of its PNG Wireless intercom solution at HAI Heli-Expo 2015. The new PNG system will be unveiled today on their booth #5161 at 1:30pm. After 3 years in development, the new PNG digital secure radio system will enable cordless intercom capability... Read more
1-Mar-2015Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics (Booth #3164) announced today the company has enjoyed overwhelming market acceptance of its Evolution Flight Display System for helicopters. The company has sold over 500 Evolution Flight Displays to both Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and in the aftermarket. In addition to being a factory option for Robinson’s R22, R44 Raven I, R44 Raven... Read more
1-Mar-2015Source: VIH Aerospace
VIH Aerospace (VIHA), a leading provider of global helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services (Heli-Expo Booth # 3837) has received a Federal Aviation Administration Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for an aftermarket replacement Master Caution Panel (Model #: MCP01) for the Bell 212 series helicopter (STC#: # SR03503NY). European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approvals are... Read more
1-Mar-2015Source: Phoenix Heliparts
Phoenix Heliparts today announced the approval of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) that allows installation of the Aspen Avionics Evolution Flight Display System in a range of MD Helicopters. The STC authorizes Phoenix Heliparts to install Aspen’s single- or dual-display Pilot, Pro 1000, Pro 1500 and Pro 2000 systems in MD 369, MD 530F, MD... Read more
1-Mar-2015Source: Staco Systems
An aerospace industry staple for more than 50 years, today’s Staco Systems is aggressively working to expand its presence in helicopter cockpits everywhere with custom solutions and smaller, more durable products that are ideally suited for the rotorcraft operating environment. The company will display and discuss its illuminated panels, subsystems, switches, and data entry solutions... Read more
26-Feb-2015Source: Becker
Becker Avionics is pleased to announce that one of the premier airborne law enforcement agencies in the country, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Office of Air Operations, has chosen the Becker DVCS6100 Digital Audio system and Polycon wireless communication system, for integration into their recent purchase of new fleet replacement helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.... Read more
23-Feb-2015Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics International is pleased to announce the introduction of a new ADS-B based tracking and surveillance system for flight and ground operations. The system is called ATLASS, short for ADS-B Traffic Localization and Surveillance System. ATLASS is a state-of-the-art, stand-alone ADS-B traffic monitoring system that provides a recognized air and ground situational awareness picture. This... Read more
16-Feb-2015Source: Garmin
We are thrilled to announce expanded pilot training opportunities for 2015, which will include more live classes and eLearning courses! Just as we have for the last several years, we will again offer scheduled classes for the GTN 650/750 touchscreen navigator series and G500/G600 glass flight display systems, in addition to on demand G1000, G3000,... Read more
13-Feb-2015Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins will be showcasing a broad range of affordable, capability-rich products and systems for the military at Aero India 2015, India’s premier defense expo. Highlighting the show will be a demonstration of a new, co-developed helicopter simulator with Zen Technologies. Rockwell Collins and Zen Technologies recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to combine their strengths in... Read more
6-Feb-2015Source: Becker
Becker Avionics International is pleased to announce Ecolift Corporation, a leading Bell Helicopter distributor and aviation customizing firm, located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has chosen the Becker DVCS6100 Digital Audio System for integration into Puerto Rico Police Department’s three B429 helicopters. Recognized for its unparalleled scalability and rugged design, the DVCS6100 Digital Audio System... Read more
26-Jan-2015Source: AOPA
ADS-B is a cornerstone of the FAA’s effort to modernize the air traffic system. ADS-B Out uses specialized GPS equipment installed in each aircraft to identify the aircraft’s location and automatically report it to ground stations and other aircraft. ADS-B In, which is not part of the FAA’s mandate, provides that information along with other... Read more
26-Jan-2015Source: Gulf Coast Avionics
Rick Garcia, President and CEO, Gulf Coast Avionics Corporation announced today that the company has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to provide new-generation avionics upgrades for select piston aircraft and turbine helicopters operating in the Agency’s fleet. “This is a significant contract win for Gulf Coast Avionics,” Garcia said.... Read more
22-Jan-2015Source: Metro Aviation
PAC International, a Metro Aviation company, completed the installation of a Garmin GTX-330ES extended squitter transponder system in an Airbus EC135 helicopter in December 2014 and received certification for the ADS-B Out in Jan 2015. The EMS configured helicopter is owned by Metro Aviation, Shreveport LA, and operated by PENNSTAR FLIGHT, Hospital of the University... Read more
22-Jan-2015Source: Ensco Avionics
The world’s largest trade show dedicated to the international helicopter community will host ENSCO Avionics among hundreds of exhibitors, March 2-5, in Orlando. Organized by the Helicopter Association International (HAI), the HELI-EXPO® show attracts more than 25,000 visitors. ENSCO Avionics will showcase its next generation display products, IData® Tool Suite and SVS Core 2.0, in booth 4922. IData Tool... Read more
19-Jan-2015Source: Robinson
Robinson Helicopter Company announces the Garmin G500H Avionics Display System and the Genesys Aerosystems HeliSAS autopilot are now available as options on new 2015 R66 Turbine helicopters. The G500H is a combination Primary Flight Display and Multifunction Display (PFD/MFD) that provides flight instrument, moving map navigation, and situational awareness information on dual screens. Garmin’s Helicopter... Read more
16-Jan-2015Source: Greenwich
DAC International, a Greenwich AeroGroup Company, announced today that it has reached a distribution agreement with Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics, an industry leader in the overhaul/exchange, repair, design and manufacturing of aircraft instruments, avionics and advanced power solutions. Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics serves 57 countries and operates one of the largest instrument overhaul and exchange... Read more
6-Jan-2015Source: US DoD
Raytheon Technical Services Co., LLC, Indianapolis, Indiana, is being awarded a $270,512,968 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the procurement of V-22 software support activity (SSA) systems and software engineering, avionics integration and testing, software testing, avionics acquisition support, and SSA operations. The SSA operations will include classified and unclassified laboratories, configuration and data management, and release of... Read more
17-Dec-2014Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins has received a $420 million, four-year contract from the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) for continued deliveries of the ARC-210 advanced airborne software defined radio (SDR) system. Installed on more than 180 different aircraft platforms in 45 countries, the ARC-210 is considered the world’s standard for airborne radios. This contract will ensure that... Read more
16-Dec-2014Source: Garmin
Today, Garmin announces the new GDL 69 and GDL 69A SXM datalink receivers. These new datalink receivers offer access to new weather service packages with lower activation fees, which are made available by SiriusXM and their latest G4 satellite network. The GDL 69A SXM receiver provides both pilots and passengers with SiriusXM Satellite Radio audio... Read more
5-Dec-2014Source: Technisonic
The new TDFM-9100 is the modernized version of the very successful TDFM-6000 series transceiver. Based upon the same P25 Phase II technologies employed in the TDFM-9000 and 9300 radios released last year, the new TDFM-9100 offers our customers operation on all available P25 bands and Phase II capability within the popular and compact 3” high... Read more
30-Nov-2014Source: US DoD
Airbus Defense and Space, Inc., Herndon, Virginia, was awarded a $71,358,549 modification (P00857) to firm-fixed-price contract W58RGZ-06-C-0194 to acquire UH72A Lakota helicopters with ARC 231 radios. Fiscal 2015 other procurement (Army) funds in the amount of $71,713,665 were obligated at the time of the award. The cumulative total for the contract, with this modification, is... Read more
18-Nov-2014Source: ADS
Avionics Design Services Ltd. (ADS) specialize in avionics systems approvals for all aircraft types (private through to corporate, commercial and military). The firm facilitates design and approval services for everything from in-flight entertainment systems for the cabin, through to data acquisition and all elements of major avionics installation and design integration. The client base for... Read more
14-Nov-2014Source: Garmin
We’re thrilled to offer a new, limited time promotion, which allows even more affordable access to global weather, texting and voice calling. Whether you find yourself flying in Europe, Australia or anywhere in between, staying in touch with loved ones and accessing the weather you need is now more affordable than ever. Save money today... Read more
10-Nov-2014Source: Sandel
Sandel Avionics, Inc., a manufacturer of advanced avionics for aircraft retrofits announces today it has hired Mike Marie as its North American Sales Representative. Mike brings with him nearly 30 years of experience in the aviation industry. “I’ve worked with Mike for many years in his different roles,” said Jerry Henry, Director of Sales for... Read more
6-Nov-2014Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Mission Systems and Training, Owego, New York, is being awarded $24,022,053 for cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery order 4008 against a previously issued Basic Ordering Agreement (N00019-14-G-0019) for non-recurring engineering efforts for unique development, testing, validation and verification, and retrofit modifications to the MH-60R aircraft mission avionics systems for the government of Australia under the foreign... Read more
29-Oct-2014Source: Garmin
Business Wire — Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the GDL 84 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) datalink, which is the latest addition to Garmin’s comprehensive lineup of certified ADS-B solutions. The GDL 84 provides an all-inclusive, minimally intrusive solution for aircraft owners looking to satisfy the requirements of NextGen,... Read more
