Sat, Apr 26, 2003
Rockwell Collins' advanced Pro Line 21 CNS radio
sensor package has received supplemental type certification on a
Challenger 601. Collins Pro Line 21 CNS provides operators of
current aircraft, as well as new-production business and regional
aircraft, the technology to meet new regulatory and operating
requirements. Additionally, Collins CNS radios are standard on the
Bombardier Challenger 300, Cessna CJ3 and Gulfstream G150 aircraft.
Certification of the Challenger 300 is expected this summer.
Collins Pro Line 21 CNS sensors support the
transition from voice to data communications. The Collins VHF-4000
Voice/Data Transceiver accommodates VHF Data Link (VDL) Mode 2,
with growth to support VDL Mode 3 and Mode 4, enabling new
capabilities in the flight deck including automated digital
messaging, automatic flight plan loading and the transmission of
graphical weather information. A high-speed digital interface is
used to convey both data and audio, which is managed and
consolidated by the Collins RIU-4000 Radio Interface Unit.
The Collins NAV-4000 Navigation Receiver combines VOR/ILS and
ADF functions into a single unit reducing size and weight.
The Collins GPS-4000 Global Positioning System
sensor is designed to accommodate upgrades to support future
navigation enhancements and precision approach capability. The
Collins TDR-94 and TDR-94D Mode S Transponders satisfy all current
and planned surveillance requirements, including Mode S Elementary
and Enhanced Surveillance to meet the upcoming requirement for
operations in European airspace.
The new sensors are significantly smaller and lighter than
existing sensors, conserving space for future avionics technology
insertions. They may be installed either as stand-alone units or as
an integrated package. Operational upgrades will be implemented
through software changes.
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