The marketplace for new technology aimed at experimental aircraft has evolved into a breeding ground for low-cost instrument options promoting the new FAA strategy of allowing the installation of non-TSO’d equipment in certified airplanes. For now, Wichita-based ultralight builder Belite Aircraft’s new electric turn coordinator can only be installed on experimental aircraft. But industry insiders believe options like Belite’s will be headed for certified aircraft sooner rather than later, especially when instruments like this clearly deliver safety benefits to the pilot.
Experimental Manufacturer Brings Back the Turn Coordinator
Key Takeaways:
- Belite Aircraft has introduced a new, low-cost electric turn coordinator for experimental aircraft, which industry insiders anticipate could soon be approved for certified planes, aligning with a new FAA policy encouraging non-TSO'd safety equipment.
- Priced at $299.95, this lightweight (<2 oz), solid-state unit fits a standard 2.25-inch panel cutout, featuring a high-contrast LCD that provides a constantly updated digital readout of the aircraft's rate of turn.
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