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February 20, 2020

uAvionix Launches tailBeaconX Transponder For GA And Urban Air Mobility

Solution Is Aireon Compatible For Space-Based ADS-B Surveillance

uAvionix has introduced a new ADS-B transponder to its General Aviation (GA) and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) lineup.  tailBeaconX, the new Mode S Extended Squitter (ES) ADS-B OUT transponder is intended to address global air traffic surveillance system requirements for current and future ADS-B mandates. Integration with the uAvionix AV-20-E and AV-30-E Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS) introduces transponder control into the popular multi-function displays.

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Garmin Expands Approval For The GFC 500 Autopilot

FAA Approves Installation In Additional Piper And Cessna Models

Garmin is pleased to announce it has received FAA Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the GFC 500 autopilot in additional models of the Piper PA-28, PA-32 and select models of the Cessna 177. Intended for piston single-engine aircraft, the GFC 500 delivers superior in-flight characteristics, self-monitoring capabilities and minimal maintenance needs when compared to older generation autopilot systems.

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GAMA Announces 2019 Year-End Aircraft Billing And Shipment Numbers

Business Jet Deliveries Were At Their Highest Since 2009, But Other Areas Slipped

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) presented the 2019 year-end aircraft billing and shipment numbers, during its annual State of the Industry press conference Wednesday.

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Industry Research Finds GAs Contribution To U.S. Economy Remains Strong

Study Reveals General Aviation Supports Over 1.1 Million Jobs And $247 Billion In Economic Output

A group of seven general aviation associations has welcomed an updated study detailing the contributions of general aviation to the U.S. economy. The study, conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, determined that general aviation supports a total 1,179,200 jobs and a total of $246.8 billion in total economic output in the U.S.

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NTSB Releases Two Aviation Safety Alerts

Focus Is On Faulty Ignition Switches, Maintaining Flight Control During Engine-Out Operations

The NTSB has issued two Safety Alerts; one alerting pilots and mechanics to an easily overlooked fault with ignition switches and one reminding pilots of multiengine planes how critical it is to properly manage engine failures at low altitudes.

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Brad Thress Joins FlightSafety International As President And CEO

Succeeds David Davenport Who Has Left The Company

FlightSafety International announces that Brad Thress has joined the company as president and CEO. He assumes this responsibility from David Davenport who has left FlightSafety.

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