Aspen Avionics

Continuing the rollout of new avionics options, Robinson Helicopters has introduced Genesys Aerosystems’ HeliSAS (Helicopter Stability Augmentation System) and autopilot as an option for the R44. Earlier this year a flight test and FAA certification program approved the autopilot for the turbine-powered R66. The R44’s autopilot option keeps the same modes and functionality as the […]

Aspen Avionics is now shipping its new ATX100 ADS-B transceivers. The units seem a great solution to owners who have the Aspen Evolution primary flight display with the Garmin GNS 430W or 530W in the panel too. The ATX100 can use the position feed from a WAAS capable Garmin navigator, eliminating the need for owners […]

Aspen Avionics expanded its geographic footprint by completing the purchase of two companies: Phoenix-based Accord Technology, LLC and AvValues, LLC. Accord Technology, a maker of GPS products, was a joint venture of AvValues and Accord Software and Systems from Bangalore, India. President and CEO of Aspen Avionics John Uczekaj, who will continue to lead the […]

I still haven’t completely wrapped my mind around how Aspen Avionics’ recently introduced angle-of-attack system for light airplanes works. And because Aspen is seeking a patent for the unique, software-only approach to AOA indication, the company isn’t ready to reveal all the details. But I had the chance to fly with the system in the […]

Aspen Avionics has revealed an unusual approach to angle-of-attack (AOA) indication for light airplanes that uses a simple software update to the company’s Evolution flight displays without requiring any extra hardware, sensors or external aircraft modifications. Instead, the patent-pending technology calculates AOA from flight envelope data received through the Evolution display’s integrated air-data computer and […]

Aspen Avionics has received FAA approval for its entry-level ATX100G ADS-B transceiver, a single-band unit designed to meet the FAA’s upcoming mandate and present subscription-free weather and traffic information on Aspen cockpit displays. Carrying a retail price of $4,995, the ATX100G is compatible with Aspen’s Evolution primary flight displays and multi-function displays. The unit receives […]

Aspen Avionics has received FAA certification for the VFR version of its Evolution primary flight display, billed as the first glass panel upgrade designed specifically for pilots flying under visual flight rules. Why offer a VFR-only PFD? Aspen says its market research shows VFR pilots and non-current IFR pilots represent over 50 percent of the […]