The FAA issued an emergency order Tuesday suspending the authorization that NavWorx Inc. uses to manufacture ADS-B units. According to a statement from the FAA, the suspension was issued after the vendor declined on repeated occasions to allow the FAA to conduct required inspections.
FAA Suspends TSO Certification Over Concerns with NavWorx’s ADS600-B Units
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA issued an emergency order suspending NavWorx Inc.'s authorization to manufacture ADS-B units.
- The suspension was due to NavWorx repeatedly denying the FAA access for required inspections, raising concerns about the accuracy of GPS chips in some ADS600-B units.
- NavWorx cannot claim its products meet FAA standards until it complies with inspections and demonstrates adherence to safety regulations.
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