With the 2020 mandate for ADS-B Out equipment for aircraft flying in controlled airspace rapidly approaching — and the FAA offering a $500 equipment rebate to the first 20,000 aircraft owners to get in line — now is a great time to commit to a unit to avoid the mad rush before the compliance deadline. But there is a long list of offerings on the market, and choosing one product over another can be difficult.
NextGen Now: Choosing the Right ADS-B System
Key Takeaways:
- The 2020 ADS-B Out mandate for controlled airspace is nearing, with a $500 FAA rebate available for early adopters to encourage timely upgrades.
- Compliance requirements differ based on flight type: UATs suffice for U.S. flights below FL180, while Class A airspace or international flights necessitate 1090ES transponders, often integrating or requiring a WAAS GPS.
- ADS-B systems typically offer both Out and In capabilities (for traffic and weather display), with diverse options ranging from $2,000 to over $8,000, plus additional costs for installation and antennas.
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