Avidyne has obtained Part 25 STC approval for its IFD540 multifunction flight management system in Cessna Citation 560 Excel and XLS models equipped with the Primus 1000 EFIS. The update adds to a list of jets that have already seen field approvals for the system, which adds a direct LPV-capable interface to both the Primus 1000 and legacy Proline 21 avionics systems, without the significant costs associated with adding external adapter boxes or EFIS factory upgrades, according to a company press release.
Avidyne Gets Part 25 STC for IFD540 in Citation Excel & XLS
Key Takeaways:
- Avidyne has secured Part 25 STC approval for its IFD540 multifunction flight management system (FMS) in Cessna Citation 560 Excel and XLS models with Primus 1000 EFIS.
- This upgrade provides a direct LPV-capable interface to the Primus 1000 system, offering a more cost-effective solution than external adapters or EFIS factory upgrades.
- The new approval expands on previous field approvals for Avidyne's IFD series in various turbine aircraft, making the dual IFD5-Series FMS solution widely available through MRO partners.
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