Air Plains Services now offers recently launched upgrade program for Cessna single-engine pistons.
Avionics
Avionics sales post double digit growth
“The business and general aviation avionics industry has seen an increase in year-over-year sales for 11 consecutive quarters.”
DAC’s GDC64 now compatible with ForeFlight and RANGR ADS-B receiver
“This solution provides an ADS-B compliant installation to meet the 2020 mandates with a wired solution.”
Garmin adds Piper models to GFC 500 autopilot STC
Added to the STC are the Piper PA-28 Models: 201T and 236 and the
Piper PA-32 Models 260 and 300.
FAA develops plan to preserve aircraft owners privacy as ADS-B becomes mandatory
Worries about privacy have kept some aircraft owners from equipping with ADS-B.
PS Engineering upgrades audio panel
“The PAR200B meets the needs of those whose mission is flying mostly VFR.”
Garmin introduces Autoland
In the event of an emergency, Autoland determines the optimal airport and runway, taking into account factors such as weather, terrain, obstacles, and aircraft performance statistics.
You’ve got ADS-B, now it’s time to test it
Roughly one hour after a flight, go to the FAA’s website and request a Public ADS-B Performance Report (PAPR). The PAPR helps you verify that your ADS-B equipment is functioning properly.
Build your own HUD
If you are at all handy, computer-wise, this might make for a fun project that has the potential to open your eyes to the traffic around you, while keeping more money in your wallet, so you can actually go flying.