The pilot/mechanic’s failure to properly secure two airplane avionics units, which resulted in the trays supporting the units to sag downward and become lodged in the movement area of the elevator bellcrank during the accident takeoff.
Avionics
What do avionics technicians need to know?
A new survey has launched to help revise the aircraft electronics technician standard.
New kits aid in autopilot installation and repair
The Sprague Instruments wireless Gripper digital cable tensiometer allows precise cable tension readings to be performed in tight, small space environments because the tension measurement “head” is a low-profile, streamlined, separate unit from the handheld display that features a backlit, flat faced LCD screen, according to company officials.
Jumpstart kits for homebuilt panels unveiled
Dynon and Advanced Flight Systems have introduced the Advanced Control Module (ACM).
Dynon unveils largest display yet with SV-HDX1200
“Pilot feedback is at the core of everything we do at Dynon and a common request is for a larger display option,” says Michael Schofield, director of marketing. “The SV-HDX1200 is a solution for all of us who are experiencing the effects of additional years on our eyes.”
Air Plains now authorized Garmin dealer
Air Plains also offers custom powder-coated and laser engraved avionics panels, designed and produced in-house on CNC machines specifically to the customer’s preferred layout, company officials said.
Avidyne introduces installation kit for Vantage12 displays in Cirrus aircraft
“Avidyne was first to bring big-glass flight decks to the light GA market and now Vantage12 gives owners of these earlier Cirrus models (2000-2008) the ability to easily upgrade to larger 12-inch diagonal glass with touch screens, 3D Synthetic Vision, and most importantly, dual Attitude Reference Systems (ARS) that provide full redundancy and no loss of autopilot in the unlikely event of a display failure,” said Tom Harper, senior director of marketing.
Dynon expands with new engineering center in Fargo
“Dynon is experiencing tremendous growth, and this new facility allows us to expand our talented engineering team,” said Brad Thurow, vice president of engineering for Dynon.
Duncan Aviation’s Dallas location adds drone repairs
“Like any other aircraft, drones require scheduled inspections and unexpected repairs,” company officials noted.