Avionics sales continues to grow, topping $1.3 billion in the first half of 2018.
Avionics
New plan upgrades avionics through a monthly subscription
BendixKing has unveiled a new plan that sells avionics in a similar way to cell phones.
Appareo launches Stratus app with AHRS and ATC Radio Playback
Just launched is Stratus Horizon Pro, a free iOS application that displays a backup Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS), offers ATC Radio Playback, and will soon include Radio Transcription.
Garmin expands its aviation webinar line-up
Garmin has expanded its line-up of free aviation webinars.
Jeppesen teams with Garmin to provide wireless data updates
Jeppesen and Garmin have teamed to allow wireless updates of Jeppesen data for general aviation pilots flying with compatible Garmin avionics.
Avidyne IFD550 and Lynx NGT-9000 packaged for savings
Avidyne’s IFD550 GPS/Flight Management System when bought with a Lynx NGT-9000 ADS-B Transponder can save an aircraft owner up to $3,167.
Garmin expands approvals for its retrofit autopilots for general aviation aircraft
Garmin expects certification soon of several aircraft approved for its GFC 500 and GFC 600 autopilots, including the Bonanza Debonair, Cessna 210, Grumman AA-5 series, Beechcraft Baron, and Cessna 208B.
Garmin updates TXi flight displays, GTN navigators, GFC autopilots and the G5 electronic flight instrument
Garmin has enhanced its GTN 650/750 touchscreen navigators, the G500 TXi/G600 TXi and G500/G600 flight displays, as well as the GFC 600 & GFC 500 autopilots.
Sporty’s launches Stratus 3
Sporty’s has introduced Stratus 3, the latest generation of the weather receiver, at an introductory price of $699.