Heads up displays (HUD) aren’t exactly revolutionary. Commercial, business jet and military pilots have been using them for years. Helicopter pilots often use wearable eye-piece versions attached to the pilot’s helmet due to cockpit real-estate limitations and the fact that helicopter pilots are often moving their heads around during flight.
iFly GPS and SA Photonics Partner On Wearable HUD for GA
Key Takeaways:
- Heads-Up Displays (HUDs) have been common in military and commercial aviation but are generally too costly and complex for general aviation (GA) aircraft.
- SA Photonics, led by a former F-35 HUD designer, is developing an affordable, wearable HUD for GA that attaches to standard headsets.
- This prototype integrates navigation data through a partnership with iFlyGPS, projects essential flight parameters, and is targeted for release by late 2020 at approximately $10,000 to enhance pilot situational awareness.
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