Business & GA
Connectivity’s Next Step
The market for in-flight connectivity has been a bright spot for the business jet community marred by years of economic and PR hits. And as the economy begins its slow turnaround, the…
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Business & GA
Product Focus: Lighting Technology
The transition to light emitting diode (LED) lighting technology on aircraft is nearly complete, at least for new platforms. While some cost and technology issues remain, the advanced lighting systems can now…
ATM Modernization
System Design: Value of Inductive Parts in Avionics Design
Few electronics design areas benefit as much from the use of inductive components as the avionics industry, yet many people feel uncomfortable using these parts, or fail to see their true value.…
ATM Modernization
New Products
Connectors Positronic Industries, based in Springfield, Mo., added an 8.20mm low-profile version to the Scorpion power/signal connector series. In the low-profile version, the module options include size 12 contacts, size 20 contacts,…
ATM Modernization
People
Mark Ordung Pro Star Aviation, based in Londonderry, N.H., promoted Mark Ordung to avionics technical sales. In his new role, Ordung’s responsibilities will include technical support and quoting all aspects of avionics…
ATM Modernization
Industry Scan
The Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) released its first ever avionics market report at its annual conference in March, revealing total avionics sales of nearly $6.3 billion in 2012 for the general aviation…
Commercial
ARINC Receives Contract Extension for Calgary Airport Support
The Calgary Airport Authority is extending its existing contract with ARINC for on-site passenger and baggage systems support through 2022. Under the new agreement, ARINC will update its vMUSE, BagLink, Common…
Business & GA
Garmin G1000 Avionics Suite Type Certified for Piper Archers
FAA has issued type certification for integration of the Garmin G1000 avionics suite into new single-engine Piper Archer aircraft, scheduled for first availability later this year. The G1000 avionics suite, which…