If you’re an aircraft owner and have not yet installed ADS-B Out equipment in your airplane, you’re running out of time. The mandate goes into effect Jan. 1, 2020, and if you’re not compliant you won’t legally be able to fly in most controlled airspace. And if you don’t act quickly your airplane might be grounded for some time after this year’s end. Experienced avionics shops are already overloaded with work and are scheduling installations far in advance.
Time Is Running Out To Equip for the ADS-B Mandate
Key Takeaways:
- The ADS-B Out mandate takes effect January 1, 2020, requiring equipped aircraft for flight in most controlled airspace; avionics shops are currently backlogged, making immediate installation scheduling critical to avoid being grounded.
- ADS-B Out is mandatory in specific controlled airspaces (e.g., Class A, B, C, and Class E above 10,000 ft), with options like 978-MHz UAT for lower altitudes and 1090ES for jets/turboprops, and the optional ADS-B In provides valuable real-time weather and traffic data.
- Aircraft owners should promptly select a suitable system, find a competent avionics technician, and consider leveraging the remaining FAA $500 rebate by initiating the application process before installation begins.
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