Trig’s New Small VHF Radios Get A Big Audience At AEA

Trig Avionics unveiled its latest new product range Wednesday, complementing its growing avionics family. Andy Davis, Trig CEO took to the stage at the New Product Launch event at the AEA International Convention in Washington to launch the Trig TY91 and TY92 radios. Both models are 2.25 inch panel mounted, ideally suited for light and general aviation pilots looking for a compact and certified 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz VHF comms solution.

Company Developing A Lower-Cost Solution To Meet 2020 Requirements

The search by pilots for a cost-effective ADS-B Out solution that meets the FAA’s 2020 ADS-B mandate is just about to get easier, according to Trig Avionics. The company's TT31 and TT22 transponders can be installed in a GA aircraft today and with a software update will be 2020 ADS-B mandate ready. Andy Davis, CEO of Trig Avionics, unveiled the latest important step in Trig’s journey, offering pilots practical and affordable ADS-B technology.

Her Pilot/Husband Died During A Flight, She Saves Herself

John Collins, 81, and his 80-year-old wife Helen were flying home to Sturgeon Bay, WI from Marco Island, FL in their Cessna 414A (similar aircraft pictured) when John passed away at the controls of the airplane. Helen, who according to family members had flown in the past ... but not for thirty years and never in the 414, was forced to take matters into her own hands.

Jim Joubert, Pacific Southwest Instruments, And Mid-Continent Instruments And Avionics Honored At Annual AEA Awards Luncheon

Each year during the Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show, two prestigious awards are presented at the AEA Annual Awards Luncheon: the AEA Member of the Year, which honors an individual from an AEA regular member company; and the AEA Associate Member of the Year, which honors a company that is an AEA associate member.

AEA2012 Sponsor: TrueNorth Avionics

Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, TrueNorth is a leading aerospace technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures satellite telecommunication solutions for business aviation. TrueNorth’s innovative Simphone OpenCabin® is the first app-based business jet solution to offer reliable, high quality performance with global reach, enabling a Lifestyle in the Sky™.

Code Promotes Ongoing Improvements I Flying Quality And Safety

The Aviators Model Code of Conduct (AMCC)—Version 2.0 was released today by the project’s Permanent Editorial Board. Developed by a team of aviation professionals and drawing upon decades of research and experience, the Code promotes ongoing improvements in flying quality and safety. AMCC Version 2.0 reflects the knowledge and experience gained from extensive research, consultation, and draftsmanship of the many preceding versions.

AEA2012 Sponsor: FreeFlight Systems

FreeFlight Systems designs and manufactures high performance avionics systems with particular emphasis on NextGen related solutions. FreeFlight Systems was the first company to certify a WAAS/GPS receiver and is pioneering avionics systems for the implantation of ADS-B in all aircraft types. Based in Central and North Texas, the company offers high quality avionics systems at competitive prices. The company has been in business since 2001 and can trace its legacy back to the earliest applications of GPS technology to commercial and military aviation. This pioneering spirit continues today as the company looks forward to addressing the challenges of the NextGen transformation.

Got A C-182, Baron, Or Bonanza? Ask Avidyne About The New DFC90 Digital Autopilot!

Avidyne’s continuing leadership in innovation and its Flying Made Simple™ system design make flying safer, more accessible and more enjoyable for pilots and their passengers. The company’s expanding line of products also includes the industry-leading Entegra Release 9 integrated flight deck line for new and existing aircraft, DFC90 and DFC100 digital flight control systems, datalink-capable EX600 multi-function displays, the TAS600 series of active traffic advisory systems with ADS-B, the MLB700 broadcast datalink receiver, the MLX770 world-wide datalink transceiver, and the TWX670 Tactical Weather Detection system.

AEA2012 Sponsor: Universal Avionics

Universal Avionics Systems Corporation is the leading manufacturer of innovative avionics systems for business jets, turboprop aircraft, transport aircraft, helicopters, regional and commercial airliners used by corporate, military and airline operators. The company offers advanced avionics as a retrofit solution for the largest diversification of aircraft types in the industry. The company backs its array of products with: sales, marketing, manufacturing, technical support, customer training, rental and repairs.

AEA2012 Sponsor: Guardian Avionics

Guardian Avionics (by CO Guardian, LLC.) proudly announces the newest instrument for 21st century panels -- and get this, its an innovative product that NO ONE else has. Guardian's Aero 454 receives data from your airplane's Garmin GPS system (430, 530, 650, 750, G900, G1000) and transmits it simultaneously to as many as THREE iPad/tablet devices held by pilots or passengers. The new Aero 454 is an FAA/TSO certified product. It can reference locations, maps, flight plans in the Panel Mounted GPS's, approaches, departures, etc. on your iPad/tablet. You will have no more GPS signal loss because of banking or a heated windshield (It's so much more than a new gadget).

AEA2012 Sponsor: Becker Avionics

Becker Avionics is a privately held multinational enterprise that develops, manufactures and distributes the latest communications, navigation, surveillance and search & rescue equipment for airborne and ground applications. For over 50 years, Becker Avionics has provided avionics equipment to general and corporate aviation, ATC, law enforcement and military organizations around the world.

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics  Same Team. New Name.

Same team. Brand new name. Mid-Continent Instruments is now Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics. The company is expanding its dealer-only overhaul and repair capabilities! The new name better describes the company’s capabilities and underscores its commitment to provide customers with a full range of services supporting avionics systems, instruments and power solutions.

AEA2012 Sponsor: Aspen Avionics

We specialize in bringing the most advanced technology and capability into general aviation cockpits. Our products increase situational awareness and reduce pilot workload, making it even easier and safer to fly in both VFR and IFR conditions. Our philosophy is that getting the latest avionics technology shouldn’t always mean spending a lot of money—on equipment or on installation.

AEA2012 Sponsor: Ultra Electronics-Flightline Systems

Ultra Electronics-Flightline Systems has designed and manufactured precision Engine Instrumentation for over four decades. Whether you are in search of a glass panel replacement for your general aviation piston or turbine aircraft, or you seek new or retrofit program solutions; Flightline is uniquely equipped to address your needs. We are dedicated to providing superior products and cost effective solutions while maintaining superior customer service and support.