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L-3 AVIATION PRODUCTS announced that Boeing has selected the T3CAS Integrated Surveillance System and the FA2100 Cockpit Voice Recorder and Flight Data Recorder system as standard avionics for the KC-46A Military Tanker program.
LANDMARK AVIATION
named PATRICK MCGUINESS executive vice president and chief financial officer. TED HAMILTON was named chief operating officer. In addition, the company promoted CHARLOTTE CHEATHAM to senior vice president of marketing and customer service; ROBERT HIEGEL to senior vice president and chief accounting officer; and MATT DELELLIS to senior vice president of strategy and corporate development.
GREENWICH AEROGROUP announced three new dealers have joined the company's dealer network for the installation and certification of LiveAero Broadband SATCOM systems.
ANODYNE ELECTRONICS MANUFACTURING CORP. announced that UBCO engineering students successfully designed and built a cyclic load test machine for use at AEM. In addition, Bell Helicopter selected AEM's line of audio equipment for its new Bell 505 Jet Ranger X Short Light Single helicopter program's show vehicle build.
SATCOM DIRECT plans to purchase 10 GX Aviation shipsets from Honeywell to support business aviation clients.
ADVANCED TECHNICAL AVIONICS named RICK JANUSZEWSKI director of sales and business development for its operations in Huntsville and Enterprise, Ala.
WEST STAR AVIATION was recently voted the No. 1 preferred MRO in Professional Pilot magazine's 2014 PRASE (preferences regarding aviation services and equipment) survey.
The latest update to the GARMIN Pilot app for Android added new interactive map features, including track-up orientation.
DALLAS AVIONICS was recently named the exclusive distributor in the U.S. for the new Technisonic TDFM 9100 transceiver.
JET AVIATION ST. LOUIS recently won the Diamond Award for Excellence from the FAA for the second consecutive year.
JETTECH announced an FAA-approved STC amendment making the Cessna Citation 500 Series Garmin GTN 650/750 touchscreen install compliant with ADS-B regulations. In addition, JETTECH has teamed with Ultra Electronics Flightline Systems to develop a new, direct replacement, Digital Engine Display specifically for Cessna Citation series aircraft. Pending FAA approval of its STC, JETTECH will begin offering kits through the company's approved FAA certified repair stations.
AVIATION SPECIALTIES UNLIMITED added a new Transport Canada and revised FAA STC after completing an NVIS lighting system installation on a Sikorsky S76 B in Canada.
AEROFLEX released a new option to the IFR6000, a widely used avionics transponder test set.
DAC INTERNATIONAL announced the FAA has approved its STC for the Trig Avionics TT22 tranponder with the FreeFlight Systems 1201 WAAS/GPS sensor. The STC ensures ADS-B Out compliance for use with the Sikorsky S-76 A/B/C models.
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U.S. General Aviation Caucus Update
General Aviation Caucuses were formed in the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate in 2009, to inform members and staff about the importance of GA to the nation's economy and transportation system. To date, more than 200 members of the U.S. Congress have signed on to the General Aviation Caucus. Click below to see if your elected representative is a member. If not, please contact them immediately and ask them to join the GA Caucus to promote the value of the general aviation industry to our nation's economy.
CURRENT LIST OF CAUCUS MEMBERS
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NextGen GA Fund
MICHAEL DYMENT, founder and managing partner of NEXA Capital, the manager of the NextGen GA Fund, speaks in-depth with Jim Campbell of the AERO-NEWS NETWORK during an interview at the 57th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show. Watch and learn more about the NextGen GA Fund and the opportunity it offers to the general aviation industry.
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 Major Facets of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations Covered in Seven New ASTM Standards
The ASTM International Committee F38 on Unmanned Aircraft Systems has approved seven new standards that cover all major facets of small unmanned aircraft systems operations, including design, construction, operation and maintenance requirements. The seven new ASTM standards were written for all small UAS that are permitted to operate over a defined area and in airspace defined by a nation's governing aviation authority. More...
Wholesale Perspective: Distributors Reflect Big-Picture Avionics
As an industry, avionics has undergone significant changes in the transition from one century to the next. To assess the market from a different perspective, author Scott Spangler turned to those situated between manufacturers and the individual customers. He found three different wholesalers that have a different take on what was, what is, and what they think will be in the future. More...
What's Working for Mayday Avionics?
Seizing the opportunity to expand, contract, hire and train has allowed Mayday Avionics to succeed for more than 42 years. The company has become a go-to place for rotorcraft avionics installations and maintenance. Author Thomas Inman writes about what's working for this Grand Rapids, Mich., company. More...
 Industry Insight from Former AEA Chairman Gary Harpster
Former Aircraft Electronics Association board of directors chairman Gary Harpster recently sat down with Tom Patton of the Aero-News Network to discuss a variety of issues affecting the AEA and the general aviation industry. Harpster is an avionics sales representative for Duncan Aviation in Lincoln, Neb. A long-time board member of the AEA, Harpster served one year as the AEA's chairman beginning in April 2013. He also previously served the association as its vice chairman. The interview took place in March 2014 at the 57th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Nashville, Tenn. More...
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2014 AEA Regional Meetings Announced
The Aircraft Electronics Association has set the dates and locations for each of its Regional Meetings in 2014. The first event of the year took place April 14-15 at the 28th annual AEA Europe Regional Meeting in Vienna, Austria. Visit the AEA website for more details on each event, including continuous updates on training schedules, exhibitors, hotel reservations and registration information. More...
- AEA Latin America: Aug. 20-21, Bogota, Colombia
- AEA Canada: Sept. 3-4, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- AEA U.S. East: Sept. 16-17, Orlando, Fla.
- AEA U.S. West: Sept. 30-Oct. 1, Reno, Nev.
- AEA U.S. Central: Oct. 9-10, Kansas City, Mo.
- AEA South Pacific: Nov. 12-13, Sydney, Australia
AEA Latin America Regional Meeting in Bogota, Aug. 20-21
For the first time, Bogota, Colombia, is the site for the AEA Latin America Regional Meeting scheduled for Aug. 20-21 at the Ar Hotel Salitre. The event took place in Sao Paulo, Brazil, each of the last three years. To make a hotel reservation and/or register to attend the fourth annual AEA Latin America Regional Meeting, click here.
The AEA annually hosts regional meetings in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Latin America and the South Pacific. The AEA Regional Meetings offer a forum to see, hear and learn about all the new technology on the market, network with industry peers and discover best practices for the aviation repair station industry. Attendees and exhibitors gather for two days of regulatory and technical seminars, business management sessions and exhibits.
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FAA Extends Effective Date for the Helicopter Air Ambulance, Commercial Helicopter and Part 91 Helicopter Operations Final Rule
The Federal Aviation Administration is delaying the effective date of the Helicopter Air Ambulance, Commercial Helicopter and Part 91 Helicopter Operations final rule. More...
FAA Reinforces 'Sterile Cockpit'
While there has been a noticeable and documentable growth in the use of portable equipment in the cockpit, the Federal Aviation Administration reintroduced the limitations of portable electronic devices and the safety need for a sterile cockpit during takeoffs and landings. Read more about this regulatory update in this month's Avionics News. More...
News and Regulatory Update from Europe
The European Union Commission issued a new amendment EU 0069/2014 to the "initial airworthiness" regulation EU 748/2012 and covered a new topic that needed to be addressed. More...
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| Pilot's Guide to Avionics -- Request your FREE Copy Today!
The AEA's 2013-14 edition of the Pilot's Guide to Avionics is now available.
 Without a doubt, pilots and aircraft owners don't want just anyone working on their airplane or helicopter. After all, life depends on it. So how do you find the most qualified and experienced personnel to keep your aircraft safe and up-to-date with all the latest and greatest technologies? It's easy -- simply look for these talented experts and members of the AEA listed in the publication. Click here to request a single copy or case.
Can't wait for your hard copy? Click here to download the app or read it online!
The deadline to advertise in the 2014-15 Pilot's Guide to Avionics is May 2. To reserve advertising space for communicating your message, contact Lauren McFarland at 816-347-8400 or email laurenm@aea.net.
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Meet an AEAviator: Kelley Van Haitsma of Texas Gyro
Recently, Avionics News connected with Kelley Van Haitsma, founder and president of Texas Gyro in Fort Worth, Texas, to learn more about his experience as a pilot and how it impacts his AEA member company. More...
Advertising Deadline for July Avionics News is May 7
To advertise in Avionics News, contact Lauren McFarland at 816-347-8400 or via email at laurenm@aea.net.
 Before & After with Gulf Coast Avionics Corp.
The popular "Before & After" series in Avionics News features two photos, one before and one after, and a brief summary of an AEA member repair station's unique installation or repair. This series is read by thousands of subscribers. Share your story of a project your avionics shop has completed. Placement is first-come, first-served. More...
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Learn the Business -- It's not too late to Register!
Certified Repair Station Training Course, May 12-16
 The Aircraft Electronics Association plays host to its Certified Repair Station Training Course, May 12-16, at the Dan Derby Center for Professional Development in Lee's Summit, Mo.
This week-long course is divided into training modules designed for startup repair stations, as well as mature operations looking to improve their understanding of the regulations, perform internal audits and edit repair station manuals.
Current quality managers, technicians, mechanics and repairmen who are involved in the management of a repair station, as well as individuals looking to establish a Title 14 CFR Part 145 repair station, should plan to attend. More...
CASR Part 145 AMO Training in Australia, July 7-11
 The AEA brings its training program to Australia July 7-11, as it plays host to a CASR (Civil Aviation Safety Regulations) Part 145 AMO (approved maintenance organization) Training Course in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. This course is designed for individuals looking to establish a CASR Part 145 AMO, as well as current quality managers, technicians, mechanics and repairmen who are involved in the management of a repair station. More... |
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