Garmin Pilot Adds Synthetic Vision Capability

By Info | February 24, 2014

  “Once you fly with it, you won’t want to fly without it.” My experience was similar as many other pilots out there: once I flew with synthetic vision, I never wanted to fly without it. Synthetic vision is a technology Garmin has years of experience incorporating into certified avionics and flight decks. It adds safety-enhancing situational…

Mandatory Service Bulletin for all G600 and G500 owners

By Info | February 20, 2014

This is a Mandatory Service Bulletin that has been released by Garmin for all G500 and G600 Owners. Give us a call to get this done. It is a warranty reimbursable upgrade by Garmin so doesn’t cost you anything. AVIATION SERVICE DOCUMENT NOTIFICATION Registered Garmin G500/G600 Owner/Operators February 11, 2013 SUBJECT: CERTIFICATION Software Upgrade for…

Garmin Recognizes a GPS Milestone in Aviation

By Info | February 17, 2014

    Included in this photo is founder and former CEO of Garmin, Gary Burrell and current President and CEO of Garmin, Cliff Pemble. Here at Garmin, we’re celebrating an important anniversary today and we’re inviting you to join in on the excitement! Twenty years ago, the Garmin GPS 155 TSO was the aviation industry’s…

Aeronautical Aviation joins forces with Lightspeed Aviation

By Info | February 14, 2014

Aeronautical Aviation is proud to announce its approval as a Lightspeed Aviation dealer. All Lightspeed’s products are now available on our website for purchase.

Avidyne gets TSO on AXP340 Mode S Transponder

By Info | February 12, 2014

      Avidyne is pleased to announce that we have received Technical Standard Order (TSO) and European TSO (ETSO) approval for our new AXP340 Mode S Transponder with Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out. The AXP340 transmits ADS-B information via Extended Squitter (ES) to appropriately-equipped ground stations and other ADS-B In-equipped aircraft, providing improved airborne…

Radar Operation tips

By Info | February 10, 2014

I just came across this interesting article by Duncan Aviation I thought id share.   Honeywell SA ART 2000-100 Honeywell issued Service Aid SA ART 2000-100 that describes operational methods to prevent potential problems. When shutting down the radar system, turn the mode switch to STANDBY and then wait at least five (5) seconds before…

Avidyne Special for Cirrus Owners

By Info | February 7, 2014

New Autopilot + Display Overhaul   Package Includes: 1. DFC90 Digital Autopilot   2. New glass on both the MFD & PFD  New glass qualities:  • Bonded safety glass vs. acrylic • Superior Anti-reflective coating • Resistant to scratching, delamination and debonding • Easier to clean and maintain than the acrylic screens. (Glass cleaning kit…

AHRS or GPS? An In-Depth Look at the GDL 39 3D

By Info | February 6, 2014

The GDL 39 3D is the latest addition to Garmin’s series of portable ADS-B receivers, which also offers the display of back-up attitude information within Garmin Pilot. While reading (and flying!) with the GDL 39 3D recently, I found myself wondering: how does a portable receiver display attitude, pitch, and roll information? So, it was time to get…

Avidyne’s Current Promotions for the 1st Quarter.

By Info | February 5, 2014

Avidyne’s Current Promotions Below is a list of Avidyne’s Quarterly Promotions. Promotions are valid for all orders shipped from January 1 – March 31, 2014.  Instant Rebate Program Take advantage of Savings on any combination of all Avidyne products! Buy 2 different Avidyne units, get a $1,000 instant rebate! Buy 3 different Avidyne units, get…

Mid-Continent’s SAM Receives Part 23 AML STC Certification

By Info | January 30, 2014

            Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics has been granted a Part 23 AML STC for the MD302 Standby Attitude Module. The AML STC joins a growing list of existing Part 23, 25 and 27 STCs, ranging from single engine pistons to advanced twin turboprops, light business jets and rotorcraft. SAM is…