7-Feb-2014Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins is featuring a number of new products and services at the Singapore Airshow 2014 taking place Feb. 11-16. Attendees are encouraged to visit the company exhibit (Stand Q79 in the USA Pavilion), to learn more about its new MultiScan ThreatTrack™ weather radar, the EVS-3000 enhanced vision system and the HeliSure™ family of products... Read more
6-Feb-2014Source: Dallas Avionics
Dallas Avionics announced today the company has completed training of the Tampa General pilots and crew on the Bell 407 equipped with the new TDFM 7000. Dallas Avionics sales and tech support representative Scott Hurst conducted the training. The Dallas Avionics TDFM 7000 transceiver offers the most up-to-date, FM communications technology including P25 CAI, P25... Read more
4-Feb-2014Source: Exelis
Exelis has been awarded a Defense Logistics Agency contract valued at $10.9 million to provide ARC-201D radios for installation in U.S. Army UH-60M Blackhawk and CH-47F Chinook helicopters. The ARC-201D is the primary Army Aviation voice communications radio and the only qualified SINCGARS (Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System) capable airborne radio for these two helicopters. It provides voice... Read more
30-Jan-2014Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics today announced its Evolution EFD 1000H Pro has gained EASA minor change approval (MCA) for installation on the Eurocopter AS355. Avionik Straubing of Germany designed the engineering package for the certification and partnered with Instruments de Precision de la Cote Ouest (IPCO) of France, which performed the installation. The minor change approval covers Eurocopter AS355 models AS355E, AS355F,... Read more
30-Jan-2014Source: Spidertracks
Sectionals are now available and free to all spidertracks users until the end of March this year! Sectional charts provide detailed information on features that are important to aviators. Airspace boundaries, navigation points and other common aviation references are all available on the new sectional charts. Spidertracks sectional charts are provided by SkyVector, and will be updated every 28... Read more
30-Jan-2014Source: Becker Avionics
Air Zermatt AG in Switzerland selected the Becker Avionics DVCS6100 digital aircraft audio system, for their new fleet of Bell Helicopter 429 light-twin helicopters. Air Zermatt selected Becker’s DVCS because it allows their flight crews to select and control all onboard communication devices for inbound and outbound communications, including; public address, warning systems, radios and... Read more
30-Jan-2014Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics announced today it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NextGen GA Fund to accelerate the rollout of NextGen airspace mandates by providing access to quick and affordable incentives to help aircraft owners finance mandated avionics upgrades. “This is a unique opportunity to provide our valued customers the guidance, expertise, products,... Read more
29-Jan-2014Source: Mid-Continent
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted a Part 23 Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the MD302 Standby Attitude Module (SAM®). The AML STC joins a growing list of existing Part 23, 25 and 27 STCs, ranging from single engine pistons to advanced twin... Read more
28-Jan-2014Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to offer Aeronautical Charts as an additional service to its world renowned web-based mapping system, SkyWeb. All SkyWeb customers are being provided with a free 45 day trial of this new service, which will aid both pilots and ground crew in planning and monitoring flights. With the click of a mouse,... Read more
23-Jan-2014Source: Aspen Avionics
John Uczekaj, president and CEO of Aspen Avionics was inducted into the Living Legends of Aviation at its annual gala on January 18, 2014, at the Beverly Hilton. Among a star-studded audience, Uczekaj accepted his award from John Travolta, an advocate and supporter of general and business aviation. He was one among seven inductees at... Read more
22-Jan-2014Source: Garmin
It’s been an exciting year for Garmin Pilot so far and we’re only 21 days into it! We’re thrilled to kick off the 2014 with a new release on both operating platforms. Version 6.0 for iOS and Version 2.8 for Android mobile devices are available for update and offer a number of enhancements and integration... Read more
22-Jan-2014Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the GDL 39 3D, a portable ADS-B and GPS receiver which adds simultaneous display of aircraft attitude information (pitch and roll), alongside rich, interactive mapping, traffic, and weather within the Garmin Pilot™ application. The GDL 39 3D... Read more
20-Jan-2014Source: Skye Avionics
Skye Avionics is pleased to announce that they are now an authorized Freeflight Systems dealer. Freeflight systems family of WAAS/GPS sensors and radar altimeters provide cost effective solutions for a variety of aircraft. There cost effective solutions will help all aircraft owners become compliant with ADS-B requirements in 2020.... Read more
16-Jan-2014Source: Raytheon
Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Dr. Thomas A. Kennedy, age 58, to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of Raytheon Company, effective March 31, 2014. Dr. Kennedy will succeedWilliam H. Swanson, who has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Raytheon Company since 2003, and who advised the Board... Read more
12-Jan-2014Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins’ next generation TacNet Tactical Radio (TTR) has received final National Security Agency certification to Top Secret, clearing the way to bring essential situational awareness to all warfighters through the smallest form factor, standalone Link 16 terminal. “The TacNet Tactical Radio opens up Link 16 networked communications to a wide range of new users and gives... Read more
7-Jan-2014Source: Duncan Aviation
Duncan Aviation’s avionics & instruments department has expanded its helicopter avionics capabilities by building three new diagnostic test sets in support of products from Northern Airborne Technology LTD (NAT), dba Cobham Avionics. Dustin Johnson, avionics team leader for Duncan Aviation, has seen a steady growth of helicopter operators call and request avionics services. “Duncan Aviation... Read more
23-Dec-2013Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems has announced that it has added installation services to its capabilities, making the integration of their end-to-end SatCom solutions completely seamless. Theirs is truly a one-stop shop, including engineering, manufacturing, software design, installation and post-installation support services. This new service utilizes SkyTrac product experts who travel to client locations to oversee the integration... Read more
23-Dec-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin is pleased to offer increased capability of our G500/G600 flight displays. Software version 6.21 includes a number of benefits and features that are specific to certain airframes and installations. The latest software enables a number of capabilities, including: Control the Altitude Preselect for KFC 200/250 autopilots with the G500/G600 PFD, when paired with a... Read more
19-Dec-2013Source: Garmin
This time of year often brings back fond memories of doing my aircraft preflight on an icy, snow-covered ramp. The winds were inevitably gusting to 20 knots, and in an attempt to sump 100LL from my Cessna 172, fuel sprayed all over my frozen hand. Why did I enjoy flying again? If you’re like me and... Read more
16-Dec-2013Source: Garmin
2,210 days remain until pilots in the United States must equip their aircraft to comply with ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast). If you haven’t given it much thought because the year 2020 seems like an eternity from now, I might just give you a reason or two to start planning! Why are we transitioning?... Read more
4-Dec-2013Source: US DoD
L-3 Communications, Communication Systems–West, Salt Lake City, Utah, is being awarded a $22,921,771 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-12-C-2024) to exercise an option for the manufacture, test, delivery and support of four AN/SRQ-4 and 31 AN/ARQ-59 Common Data Link Hawklink radio terminal sets in support of the MH-60R aircraft. Work will be performed... Read more
28-Nov-2013Source: FreeFlight Systems
FreeFlight Systems has launched the online ADS-B University, a compact series of 7 essential video briefings that give pilots, aircraft owners, fleet operators, aviation professionals and others interested in the future of air travel a practical understanding of how ADS-B works and the equipment needed to operate in the NextGen airspace system. Each video chapter... Read more
27-Nov-2013Source: SkyTrac
SkyTrac Systems, the world’s trusted supplier of SatCom aviation solutions is pleased to introduce their new aviation Wi-Fi product that complements existing flight following systems and simplifies the Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) process. This hardware is used in combination with SkyTrac’s smartphone application to increase messaging and dialing capabilities throughout the aircraft. Aircrew and passengers... Read more
21-Nov-2013Source: Becker Avionics
During their participation at the Dubai Airshow this week, Becker Avionics International and Axnes Aviation AS, announced the expansion of their dealership agreement for sales, marketing, and product support for the Axnes produced “Polycon” Wireless Intercom System. This new dealership arrangement includes the geographical extension of their partnership beyond the Americas to include other regions... Read more
18-Nov-2013Source: Becker Avionics
At next week’s bi-annual Dubai Airshow in the UAE, Becker Avionics International is celebrating their growing success in serving global commercial and military aviation markets by introducing their new General Manager and head of Research & Development at Booth #923. In addition, Becker will be highlighting their broad range of avionics products, to include the... Read more
15-Nov-2013Source: US DoD
General Electric Aviation, Grand Rapids, Mich., is being awarded a $13,587,842 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the repair of various avionics components of the tactical moving map capability, and the AN-ASQ-215 mission data loader systems used in support of multiple platforms: F-18, AV-8B, V-22, and the H-60 aircraft. Work will be performed in Grand Rapids, Mich.,... Read more
14-Nov-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation and PHI Inc. announced today the completion of the first operational flights of the new “Rig Approach” system, a first of its kind functionality on the S-92®helicopter that provides helicopter operators with an automated approach to offshore rigs and platforms. The flights occurred yesterday. Earlier this year, two FAA Demonstration test flights... Read more
13-Nov-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced interactive, web-based pilot training for the G5000 integrated flight deck. Self-paced lessons help pilots streamline their initial flight training with the G5000 and offer a convenient, online course for future training purposes. “Garmin continues to offer cutting-edge training... Read more
12-Nov-2013Source: Becker Avionics
At next week’s bi-annual Dubai Airshow in the UAE, Becker Avionics International is celebrating their growing success in serving global commercial and military aviation markets by introducing their new General Manager and head of Research & Development at Booth #923. In addition, Becker will be highlighting their broad range of avionics products, to include the... Read more
11-Nov-2013Source: Australian Helicopters
One of Australia’s leading suppliers of mission-critical helicopter services, Australian Helicopters (AHPL), has signed a follow-on two-year strategic alliance with Sunshine Coast based Avincorp for its avionics component repair services. The alliance strengthens AHPL’s position as Australia’s most reliable mission critical helicopter provider and will see added security and reliability to its fleet in radio... Read more
8-Nov-2013Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics announced today the election of Dr. John B. “Jack” Mowell as Chairman of the Board. Dr. Mowell, a Tallahassee, Florida resident, is a diversified business executive in the fields of aviation, the life sciences and oil and gas. He became an investor in and joined the Aspen board of directors on October 11,... Read more
6-Nov-2013Source: US DoD
Lockheed Martin Corp., Owego, N.Y., is being awarded $10,458,900 for firm-fixed-price delivery order 4092 against a previously issued basic ordering agreement (N00019-09-G-0005) for non-recurring engineering efforts for development and testing of the system configuration 15 series modifications to the MH-60R VHF Omni-directional Range/Instrument Landing System, crash data recorder, and ABS-B Out for the Government of... Read more
3-Nov-2013Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics announced today that Mr. Paul DeHerrera has been appointed to the position of Chief Executive Officer for the company. Mr. DeHerrera has transitioned into this new role as Mr. Joachim L. (Ted) Naimer remains as President and Chairman of the Board. “In his role of Chief Operating Officer (COO), Paul has closely managed... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced new and simple worldwide weather pricing plans as well as a new position reporting service, both utilizing our global connectivity services. These services offer pilots seamless access to weather products around the world and supply position information... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced expanded capabilities and new features for the GTN series. With the latest software, operators have access to optional Class A TAWS, ADS-B out compatibility with select third-party transponders, and scheduled message alerting. “The GTN provides owners and... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
The Rockwell Collins HF-9000 high-frequency radio system has been selected by Korea Aerospace Industries for the Republic of Korea Marine Helicopter program. The system will be used for voice communication, primarily during Navy amphibious missions. “This contract marks the first time that a Republic of Korea helicopter program will feature the advanced technology of the... Read more
28-Oct-2013Source: Sandel Avionics
More than 30 Sandel Avionics HeliTAWS units will be installed in United Nations helicopters under an agreement announced at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) convention and exhibition in Las Vegas, Nev. Aviation Partners Group (APG) of Punta Gorda, Fla. placed the purchase order for the ST3400H helicopter terrain awareness and warning systems (HTAWS), which... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: L-3 Aviation Products
L-3 Aviation Products (AP) announced today that Enstrom Helicopter Corporation has selected its Trilogy™ ESI-2000 Electronic Standby Instrument as an additional safety feature option for the 480B helicopter platform. “The Trilogy ESI complements the new Enstrom glass panel by mirroring the layout of the primary display,” said Ralph DeMarco, vice president of sales and marketing... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: Thales
AgustaWestland and Thales are under contract to supply COMPACT FLASH SONICS dipping sonars for the Republic of Korea Navy’s new AW159 Maritime Operations Helicopters. The COMPACT FLASH sonar is the newest member of Thales’s FLASH range of dipping sonars. This low-frequency, long-range sonar system is lighter and designed for smaller helicopters. It features an optimised,... Read more
21-Oct-2013Source: Latitude Technologies
Latitude Technologies, the premier global supplier of flight data monitoring solutions for regional fleet operators, has launched Latitude Flight Data Analytics™ (LFDA), the company’s web-based flight data analytics platform. LFDA is a feature-rich, user-friendly dashboard that completes Latitude’s end-to-end FDM system. LFDA offers multiple graphical presentations of flight data per individual flight – even within... Read more
16-Oct-2013Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at the Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) in Virginia October 21st – 23rd. The event is hosted by the Association of Air Medical Services at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. The aim of the conference is to provide leadership, educate and inform, and demonstrate... Read more
16-Oct-2013Source: Iridium
Iridium is proud to report the recent creation by Greenwich AeroGroup of a dealer network for the LiveAero system — the world’s only global fixed wing and rotorcraft data broadband solution. As Iridium prepares to take part in the Helitech International Helicopter Expo & Conference on September 24-26, the announcement further confirms the company’s position as provider of the... Read more
15-Oct-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham has appointed Victoria Pender to the position of Executive Vice President (EVP), Communications, with effect from 30 September 2013. Victoria brings to Cobham more than 20 years of business experience and a strong background in leadership and change management, providing strategic counsel to companies operating in sensitive, regulated environments. Operating from the Group’s Wimborne,... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: Skye Avionics
Skye Avionics, Ltd. announced that they have an STC to replace OEM p/n 369H4263-101 Start Pump Light on the MD500 Helicopter. This STC replaces the OEM start pump light with an LED making the part more durable and cost efficient. Our part is going to cost 40 percent less than the OEM light – which... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: ARINC
ARINC Direct, the leading Flight Services solution provider for business aviation, has announced that version 3.0 of its highly popular iPad app is now available. The latest version provides a host of document management functions that simplify flight planning needs by putting important information at a pilot’s fingertips. The 3.0 release includes an ARINC Direct... Read more
11-Oct-2013Source: TeraXion
TeraXion, a leader in the development and manufacturing of optical components designed for very-high-speed networks, and Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC), a leader in the design and manufacturing of avionics systems, are partnering to design next-generation transceivers. Through this partnership, CMC will benefit from TeraXion’s expertise in designing high-speed, high-volume components for fiber-optic telecommunications. In turn,... Read more
9-Oct-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced another aviation first, a premium GPS watch designed specifically for aviators. D2’s features include Garmin’s signature direct-to and nearest navigation functions, as well as a built-in altimeter with adjustable baro setting, altitude alerting capabilities, display of both... Read more
8-Oct-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
The Rockwell Collins Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) cockpit is featured on the first CH-147 Chinook helicopter that was delivered to Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND) during a ceremony in Ottawa. “The CAAS cockpit will provide Canada’s military pilots with enhanced situational awareness and safety of flight while significantly reducing their workload,” said Troy Brunk,... Read more
8-Oct-2013Source: Gulf Coast Avionics
Rick Garcia, President of Gulf Coast Avionics Corporation, has announced the appointment of John Gauch as Vice President of Sales, effective immediately. In making the announcement, Garcia said, “We are excited to add John Gauch to our management team. He is an experienced aviation professional with a proven track record in a variety of managerial... Read more
1-Oct-2013Source: Component Control
Component Control announces that Pacific Southwest Instruments (PSI), an industry-leading aircraft instrument repair station for general aviation, corporate, commercial and rotorcraft, has selected Quantum ControlTM MRO management software to manage repair, overhaul and exchange services for a broad spectrum of supported flight systems. For over 30 years, PSI has maintained FAA and EASA Certified Repair... Read more
26-Sep-2013Source: US DoD
Raytheon Co., McKinney, Texas, is being awarded $14,000,000 for delivery order 0001 under previously award contract (N00383-13-D-005H) for the repair of AN/AAS-44(V) forward looking infrared radar system for the H-60 series helicopters. Work will be performed in McKinney, Texas, and work is expected to be completed by Sept. 30, 2014. Fiscal 2013 Navy working capital... Read more
24-Sep-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today a long-term contract with the global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), to provide the G1000H Integrated Avionics Suite for Bell Helicopter’s new short light single (SLS) aircraft . The all-glass avionics system digitally presents critical flight... Read more
24-Sep-2013Source: QAI
Quality Aviation Instruments, Inc. (QAI) and Gulf Helicopters, Inc. (GHC) announced today from Helitech in London that they have entered into a Joint Venture for component repair facilities to be located in Doha, Qatar. The agreement covers component repairs of Accessories, Avionics and Instruments. “We have a strong customer base in the Middle East and... Read more
14-Sep-2013Source: FreeFlight Systems
FreeFlight Systems announced today it is interfacing it Model 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor with the Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder to provide an additional 1090 MHz Extended Squitter (1090ES) ADS-B Out upgrade solution for GTX 330 owners. Under a technology licensing agreement between FreeFlight Systems and Garmin, FreeFlight Systems is enabling the 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor... Read more
11-Sep-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins has been selected by Raytheon to integrate a suite of advanced technologies for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Persistent Close Air Support (PCAS) program. As a teammate to Raytheon for the design and development phase of the program, Rockwell Collins seeks to streamline CAS workflows and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC)... Read more
10-Sep-2013Source: Hughes
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), the global leader in broadband satellite solutions and services, today announced a significant advancement in rotary wing Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) SATCOM capabilities by successfully demonstrating data throughputs of up to 10 Mbps through rotor blades and over geostationary satellites to a remote HUB. With five times greater throughput than its first... Read more
28-Aug-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
At the International Aviation and Space Salon MAKS-2013, the Radio-Electronic Technologies Concern (КRET) OJSC, part of the State Corporation Rostec, and Russian Helicopters OJSC (subsidiary of Oboronprom) signed a general agreement on cooperation in the development, delivery and after-sales service of helicopters to meet the highest international standards and ensure competitiveness in the international market.... Read more
28-Aug-2013Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics, Inc. announced that Perri Coyne has joined Aspen Avionics as the Director of Marketing Operations. With in-depth experience in the aviation industry, Coyne will direct Aspen’s marketing communications programs as well as partner with Aspen’s sales team to integrate global sales and marketing initiatives. Coyne will report to Brad Hayden, Vice President of Marketing. Coyne comes to Aspen Avionics from Beechcraft Corporation... Read more
19-Aug-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins, Inc. (NYSE: COL) today announced it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire ARINC Incorporated, a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group, and a leader in communications and information processing solutions for the commercial aviation industry, for $1.39 billion. The transaction will bring together two leading players in the growing field of aviation... Read more
14-Aug-2013Source: Blue Sky Network
Blue Sky Network, a principal supplier of satellite tracking and communication solutions for aviation, land and marine, today announced at LABACE 2013 that it has teamed up with Avionics Services. Avionics Services is an organization with more than 17 years of experience in the civilian and military aviation markets, and maintains a highly specialized team to develop, install and... Read more
13-Aug-2013Source: Bristow Academy
Bristow Academy Inc., a division of Bristow Group Inc., today announced that its first four R44 Raven 1 training helicopters with the Garmin 500H electronic flight display have been introduced into service. Bristow Academy trainees flying this R44 aircraft will be using dual 6.5-inch LCDs, mounted side-by-side in the bezel, with both Primary Flight Display... Read more
8-Aug-2013Source: FreeFlight Systems
FreeFlight Systems, a leading developer of avionics for NextGen and flying safety, is proud to announce that the RANGR FDL-978-XVR ADS‐B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance‐Broadcast) 978MHz transceiver family with optional internal WAAS/GPS has received TSO authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration. FreeFlight Systems’ RANGR FDL-978-XVR transceiver provides full ADS-B In and ADS-B Out capability, with a... Read more
2-Aug-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins announced today that its board of directors elected company President Kelly Ortberg, 53, to the additional role of CEO, effective immediately. He has also been appointed to the company’s Board of Directors and to the Board’s Executive Committee. Ortberg succeeds Clay Jones, 64, who retired as CEO after nearly 34 years with the... Read more
1-Aug-2013Source: Dallas Avionics
Dallas Avionics announced today the company hired Tonya Salatino as the Northeast United States and Canada Outside Sales Representative. In Salatino’s new role with the company she will be responsible for sales and support for 15 states in the Northeast part of the U.S. and Canada. Salatino is a graduate from Penn State University with... Read more
29-Jul-2013Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter has received a Supplemental Type Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration for installing the Garmin G500H “glass cockpit” multifunction electronic flight display system in the EC130 T2 helicopter. Launch customer Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, the only helicopter tour company serving all four major Hawaiian Islands, has received the first two G500H equipped EC130 T2s... Read more
18-Jul-2013Source: Pacific Coast Avionics
Dewey Conroy, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Pacific Coast Avionics Corporation has announced that his firm has received its fifteenth consecutive annual award as a Garmin Platinum Elite Dealer. “We are very pleased to be recognized by Garmin as a Platinum Elite Dealer,” said Conroy. “To have received this award for the fifteenth... Read more
17-Jul-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Bristow Academy have announced on their Facebook page that their fourth glass cockpit instrument trainer has arrived at their base at Titusville in Florida. The panel includes a full Garmin G500H fit. The ramp photo here is of their third R44 IR trainer N448BA as the photo of the fourth one – N449BA – is... Read more
16-Jul-2013Source: Mid-Continent
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics has appointed Paul Ryan to the position of Operations Manager. Ryan will manage the company’s manufacturing operations and repair lab. He will focus on providing consistently high quality and on-time deliveries of new products and quick turnarounds for Mid-Continent’s extensive overhaul/exchange services. A graduate of the University of Missouri-Rolla with a... Read more
11-Jul-2013Source: AEM Corp
AEM Corp has announced the signing of a Long Term Agreement (LTA) with AgustaWestland. This LTA is for the supply of various audio systems, audio accessories, tactical radio and external PA systems. “We have been an approved supplier to AgustaWestland for a couple of years now” said Ray Lewis, AEM’s VP Business Development. “The LTA... Read more
5-Jul-2013Source: Scandinavian Avionics
Scandinavian Avionics has received the Garmin Platinum Award for Elite Performance 2012, which represents the highest level of sales performance, technical expertise and customer service within the Garmin International avionics distributor network. Manager, EMEA Sales & Marketing at Garmin, Trevor Pegrum comments: “Scandinavian Avionics has repeatedly shown that they are one of the top Garmin... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Sandel Avionics
Sandel Avionics, Inc., a global leader in compact, integrated display systems technologies, today announced it has received the prestigious 2013 Innovation Award by the San Diego Business Journal (SDBJ) in the Technology category. The Innovation Awards was created with the vision to honor and acknowledge the people and organizations that continue to stretch boundaries and... Read more
3-Jul-2013Source: Maxcraft Avionics
Maxcraft, in 2009, obtained Transport Canada Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SH09-20 for the Eurocopter AS355 E, F, F1 & F2 Twinstar DC Electrical Panel Rework which replaced much of the original electrical distribution system on the Twinstar helicopters to eliminate reliably issues and safety concerns. This includes removal of all overhead fuses, PCBs, associated non-aviation... Read more
2-Jul-2013Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics’ DVCS6100 Digital Voice Communications System was selected again recently by Mercy Flight Inc. of Buffalo, NY, to upgrade the existing legacy analog audio system in another one of their BK117 EMS helicopters. The BK117 will be their fourth aircraft with Becker DVCS, and will soon undergo avionics modification and DVCS installation at Uniflight... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: Maxcraft Avionics
TC STC SH12-43 for installation of the Garmin G500H Flight Display System revised to include the following models: AS350 B, B1, B2, B3 BA, D, AS355 E, F, F1, F2, N, NP, EC130 B4 and EC120 B rotorcraft. Approval for the G500H includes installation of interfaced systems including Garmin’s Digital AHRS and ADC, WAAS GPS... Read more
26-Jun-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham has named Robert (Rob) Mullins to the position of Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions, replacing David Johnston, who has decided to leave the company. Rob will report directly to Cobham plc chief executive officer, Bob Murphy, and be based initially at the Group’s Corporate North America office in Arlington, Virginia,... Read more
