avionics

Belite Enterprises just introduced a new 4-channel engine temperature gauge offered through its Radiant Technology line that is perfect for troubleshooting minor problems, as well as tracking normal engine operations. The new low-cost gauge combines numerous functions into a simple, small lightweight unit that uses high contrast LCD full-color screens easily readable in bright sunlight. […]

Dynon’s new DRX is a low-cost ADS-B traffic and weather receiver. Small enough to fit in a pocket, the DRX will run all weekend on a single charge of its internal battery. DRX supports connectivity with most mobile apps, including ForeFlight and FlyQ, allowing pilots to see the entire traffic picture with both 978 MHz […]

A new and improved Garmin weather radar system will soon be available for aircraft operators. In a July 18 press release, Garmin introduced the GWX 75 and GWX75H (helicopter) weather radars. The Doppler-based solid-state radars provide an extended range and come with an “improved color palette” that provides more color contouring than other available radars, […]

Pilots who swear by the Stratus ADS-B receiver now have something new to drool over with the release of the new Stratus 3 just in time for AirVenture. The new model includes subscription-free weather capabilities, dual band ADS-B traffic, GPS, and backup attitude information, all for the price of $699 from Sporty’s. Another new feature […]

Garmin has made its retrofit GFC-series autopilots available to additional airplanes, providing a path to safer, more relaxed flying for many more pilots. The GFC 500 is now available for the Cessna 210, Grumman AA-5, and four Beechcraft Bonanza/Debonair models: C33, E33, F33 and G33. The Beechcraft Baron 58P and 59TC, as well as the […]

Pilots will soon be able to access new FIS-B weather products for the Garmin Pilot application on Apple devices as a part of the development of the ADS-B ground station network, Garmin announced in a press release. Garmin explained these new FIS-B weather products will give pilots the ability to better understand the weather around […]

ForeFlight just introduced a compact portable ADS-B receiver that is a step up in features and price from its Scout product introduced last year. The Sentry is a 2.2-inch by 3.3-inch by 1.4-inch receiver that weighs 119 grams and includes dual ADS-B antennas optimized for 978 MHz and 1090 MHz frequencies. The receiver will give […]

The Garmin G1000 NXi avionics system represents a significant update to the original G1000 cockpit that first appeared in light airplanes well over a decade ago. The new system’s computer processors are much more powerful, allowing for the addition of new features and lightning-fast operation. The displays are crisper and brighter too, making the latest […]

The German technology company TQ announced it is bringing a dual-format ADS-B transponder to EAA’s AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin this month. The 1090ES system can either fit into a 6 ¼-inch radio slot or a 2 1/4–inch round-gauge space, making it viable for a variety of aircraft types. TQ claims the power draw for the […]

The new Evolution E5 flight instrument from Aspen Avionics is an ingenious answer to lower-cost displays from Garmin and Dynon aimed at the thousands of light general aviation airplanes that could benefit from a switch from traditional vacuum-driven six-pack flight instruments to modern glass. The E5 display replaces electro-mechanical instruments by consolidating traditional attitude indicator, […]