Cessna CJ owners flying 525 and 525A models with Collins Pro Line 21 and the FGC-3000 digital flight control system are now eligible to upgrade to an Avidyne IFD550/540 series FMS/GPS/NAV/COM system thanks to the FAA’s recent approval of a new company STC for the dual hybrid touchscreen system.
Avidyne Receives STC Certification for IFD 550 in Some Citation 525s
Key Takeaways:
- Cessna CJ 525 and 525A models with Collins Pro Line 21 are now eligible for an Avidyne IFD550/540 series FMS/GPS/NAV/COM upgrade, following FAA STC approval.
- This avionics upgrade significantly enhances situational awareness, reduces pilot workload, and ensures ADS-B mandate compliance.
- Key benefits include autopilot-coupled LPV approach capability, 3D synthetic vision, integrated wireless connectivity, and the display of Jeppesen approach charts.
Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->
See a mistake? Contact us.
