#avionics — Public Fediverse posts
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RE: https://mastodon.social/@lemonde/117032904003874913
There are signs that Boeing safety culture has improved. The de-regulation introduced during George W. Bush has a long shadow.
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RE: https://mastodon.social/@lemonde/117032904003874913
There are signs that Boeing safety culture has improved. The de-regulation introduced during George W. Bush has a long shadow.
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#Avgeek Alert:
If you want to know everything about Garmin's new AXIS avionics system, AvBrief.com has a serious explainer:
https://avbrief.com/garmin-axis-so-long-radio-stack/?utm_source=newsletter-270&utm_medium=email
The "Smart Glide" feature may or may not be new, but it seems like a great use of modern avionics tech to vastly improve safety.
Article is a bit vague on costs, and did not mention installation on a retrofit, which will always be spendy.
Still, this feels like a natural transition for Garmin.
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#Avgeek Alert:
If you want to know everything about Garmin's new AXIS avionics system, AvBrief.com has a serious explainer:
https://avbrief.com/garmin-axis-so-long-radio-stack/?utm_source=newsletter-270&utm_medium=email
The "Smart Glide" feature may or may not be new, but it seems like a great use of modern avionics tech to vastly improve safety.
Article is a bit vague on costs, and did not mention installation on a retrofit, which will always be spendy.
Still, this feels like a natural transition for Garmin.
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NASA’s X-59 experimental Aircraft reached a major Milestone, flying Mach 1.4 (about 924 mph) and an Altitude of 55,000 feet. It was designed to fly Supersonic without causing a loud Sonic Boom #Avionics https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/quesst/2026/06/12/x-59-blog-061226/
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NASA’s X-59 experimental Aircraft reached a major Milestone, flying Mach 1.4 (about 924 mph) and an Altitude of 55,000 feet. It was designed to fly Supersonic without causing a loud Sonic Boom #Avionics https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/quesst/2026/06/12/x-59-blog-061226/
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The #GarminPilotApp (for #Android and #iOS) is just sooooo bad. #Garmin makes really good—and very expensive—avionics, but the app is just a total flop. You don't even get the same app features on iOS and Android.
I really don't know how a company with such high standards can develop an app that's this bad.
Unbelievable!
#aviation #pilotslife #avgeek #pilotsofmastodon #avionics #avgeeks
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The #GarminPilotApp (for #Android and #iOS) is just sooooo bad. #Garmin makes really good—and very expensive—avionics, but the app is just a total flop. You don't even get the same app features on iOS and Android.
I really don't know how a company with such high standards can develop an app that's this bad.
Unbelievable!
#aviation #pilotslife #avgeek #pilotsofmastodon #avionics #avgeeks
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Britain's Defence Acquisition System Exposes Chronic Flaws
Britain's defence acquisition system is marred by chronic flaws, as seen in the Royal Air Force's Wedgetail aircraft purchase, which was scaled down but still left the country with costly commitments. The buyer's remorse is palpable with lingering obligations and fresh vulnerabilities.
#DefenceAcquisition #SupplyChain #Avionics #CybersecurityIssues #NationalSecurity
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I wonder what voltage the signal pins are. 12v? (Oooh, no, not at all... less tha 0.5V and probably AC) #electronics #avionics
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I wonder what voltage the signal pins are. 12v? (Oooh, no, not at all... less tha 0.5V and probably AC) #electronics #avionics
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Hmm, someone connected one of these up to a flight simulator, so the specs must be out there....
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Hmm, someone connected one of these up to a flight simulator, so the specs must be out there....
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Someone posted the pinouts/manual online!
(Curious if I can get it to move....)
https://endzone2.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/1/5/12152002/vir-351_installation_manual.pdf
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Someone posted the pinouts/manual online!
(Curious if I can get it to move....)
https://endzone2.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/1/5/12152002/vir-351_installation_manual.pdf
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Collins IND-350.
"...The IND-350 is an affordable GPS/VOR/LOCIndicator from the Collins Microline series. The IND-350 uses a rectilinear meter movement, instead of pendulum, which makes it easier toread. The needle remains vertical throughout its range of travel, which helps the pilot to better determine the degree of correction neededto stay on course.
This indicator does not contain a VOR/LOC Converter, which permits its use with a GPS. The IND-350, together with an Annunciator ControlUnit (ACU), can be used to meet the FAA requirements for an IFR GPS installation...."
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Collins IND-350.
"...The IND-350 is an affordable GPS/VOR/LOCIndicator from the Collins Microline series. The IND-350 uses a rectilinear meter movement, instead of pendulum, which makes it easier toread. The needle remains vertical throughout its range of travel, which helps the pilot to better determine the degree of correction neededto stay on course.
This indicator does not contain a VOR/LOC Converter, which permits its use with a GPS. The IND-350, together with an Annunciator ControlUnit (ACU), can be used to meet the FAA requirements for an IFR GPS installation...."
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@L2Aviation has joined Viasat’s Velaris ecosystem via Galaxy 1 Communications to turn satellite connectivity into certified, deployable AAM capability.
#aviation #communications #l2aviation #viasat #aerospace #AAM #UAS #UAV #avionics
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Need wire? We have excess aircraft wiring harness wire available now with full traceability, aerospace-grade quality, and discounted pricing, ready to ship.
Call Sonya today at (937) 977-4821.
#l2aviation
#aviation
#aerospace
#avionics
#wireharness
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We are proud to share that our own Ismene Papayianis has been profiled in this months Avionics News Magazine detailing her incredible life rising to the star she is today as our Director of Engineering. Congratulations Ismene!
You can view the digital copy early by going to this link:
https://digital.avionicsnews.net/publication/frame.php?i=862556&p=&pn=&ver=html5#L2Aviation #Engineering #AEANews #Avionics #Aviation #Aerospace
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Spacecraft controls don’t get a second chance — every input must be reliable, clean, and redundant. 🚀🔘
know more:https://zurl.co/zmWFi
#Smidmart #SpaceTech #AerospaceComponents #SealedSwitches #LowOutgassing #Spacecraft #ReliabilityEngineering #Redundancy #Avionics -
Hi, just giving mastodon a try! Will be looking in the next weeks, if there is interesting stuff going on or if someone is interested in my work/interests in science, vintage computers or avionics. Feel free to check out my videos on UK made avionics being cutting edge technology in its day:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EQqfxiGgd8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXfvJ7EXbik https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-gF5g0nnoE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gq5-RNpyvog -
Hi, just giving mastodon a try! Will be looking in the next weeks, if there is interesting stuff going on or if someone is interested in my work/interests in science, vintage computers or avionics. Feel free to check out my videos on UK made avionics being cutting edge technology in its day:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EQqfxiGgd8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXfvJ7EXbik https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-gF5g0nnoE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gq5-RNpyvog -
Panasonic's Astrova reaches commitments on 100+ airline programs three years after launch
- By Seth Millerhttps://paxex.aero/astrova-tops-100-programs-committed/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/paxex-passenger-experience/?story=85113374-df84-41ba-b2c0-a003edefe2b1
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Panasonic's Astrova reaches commitments on 100+ airline programs three years after launch
- By Seth Millerhttps://paxex.aero/astrova-tops-100-programs-committed/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/paxex-passenger-experience/?story=85113374-df84-41ba-b2c0-a003edefe2b1
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How Avionics Upgrades Are Rewriting Airline Economics in an Elevated‑Rate Financing Era
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/?p=108992
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-finance-leasing/?story=c874d638-c5c0-4c9a-a8ae-35456fa3313f
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How Avionics Upgrades Are Rewriting Airline Economics in an Elevated‑Rate Financing Era
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/?p=108992
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-finance-leasing/?story=c874d638-c5c0-4c9a-a8ae-35456fa3313f
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Narrowbody Avionics Supercycle: A321neo and 737 MAX Systems Drive Value Shift
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/18/the-new-brain-of-the-narrowbody-how-a321neo-and-max-avionics-are-shaping-the-value-supercycle/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=91084ce4-3a0c-461d-95f3-8b1bbb9517d0
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Narrowbody Avionics Supercycle: A321neo and 737 MAX Systems Drive Value Shift
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/18/the-new-brain-of-the-narrowbody-how-a321neo-and-max-avionics-are-shaping-the-value-supercycle/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=91084ce4-3a0c-461d-95f3-8b1bbb9517d0
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Next‑Gen Widebodies Spark Avionics Power Shift as Cockpit Competition Intensifies
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/18/cockpit-competition-heats-up-as-next-gen-widebodies-drive-an-avionics-power-shift/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=981bc431-e624-4b77-aa59-b75b7ea48d32
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Next‑Gen Widebodies Spark Avionics Power Shift as Cockpit Competition Intensifies
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/18/cockpit-competition-heats-up-as-next-gen-widebodies-drive-an-avionics-power-shift/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=981bc431-e624-4b77-aa59-b75b7ea48d32
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ATC Crisis Forces Avionics Roadmap Rethink, Depresses Aircraft Asset Values
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/04/how-the-atc-crisis-is-reshaping-avionics-roadmaps-and-asset-values/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/air-traffic-control/?story=46faa7bf-ec59-4770-8e0c-80836e1af6d6
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ATC Crisis Forces Avionics Roadmap Rethink, Depresses Aircraft Asset Values
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/04/how-the-atc-crisis-is-reshaping-avionics-roadmaps-and-asset-values/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/air-traffic-control/?story=46faa7bf-ec59-4770-8e0c-80836e1af6d6
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China's Rare Earth Clampdown Reverberates Through Avionics Supply Chains and Aircraft Valuations
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/04/chinas-rare-earth-clamp-down-rings-through-avionics-supply-chains-and-aircraft-valuations/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/supply-chain/?story=ed6ce925-0477-487f-aa4d-21a2ce737582
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China's Rare Earth Clampdown Reverberates Through Avionics Supply Chains and Aircraft Valuations
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/04/chinas-rare-earth-clamp-down-rings-through-avionics-supply-chains-and-aircraft-valuations/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/supply-chain/?story=ed6ce925-0477-487f-aa4d-21a2ce737582
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How Faster Processors Are Turning Avionics Into Aircraft Asset Enhancers
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/04/faster-brains-in-the-cockpit-how-ever-sharper-chips-are-turning-avionics-into-asset-enhancers/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/artificial-intelligence/?story=9bcb81f9-64e3-4f3f-97cf-caa5472ed486
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How Faster Processors Are Turning Avionics Into Aircraft Asset Enhancers
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/12/04/faster-brains-in-the-cockpit-how-ever-sharper-chips-are-turning-avionics-into-asset-enhancers/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/artificial-intelligence/?story=9bcb81f9-64e3-4f3f-97cf-caa5472ed486
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Thales to boost automation and connectivity for Airbus A320neo successor avionics, but rules out fully automated/single‑pilot cockpit
- By Dominic Perryhttps://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/thales-plans-more-automation-for-flightdeck-on-a320neo-successor/165440.article
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=055db20b-f802-4085-9230-82fb1c386b2f
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Thales to boost automation and connectivity for Airbus A320neo successor avionics, but rules out fully automated/single‑pilot cockpit
- By Dominic Perryhttps://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/thales-plans-more-automation-for-flightdeck-on-a320neo-successor/165440.article
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=055db20b-f802-4085-9230-82fb1c386b2f
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FAA clears Boeing to raise 737 MAX rate to 42/month, straining cockpit avionics supply
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/11/13/maxed-out-how-boeings-production-boost-could-rewire-cockpits-and-avionics-trends/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=d8c6c3a5-6bfe-457b-8bfa-56157a57aaca
#avionics #faa #737max #boeing #cockpit #aviation -
FAA clears Boeing to raise 737 MAX rate to 42/month, straining cockpit avionics supply
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/11/13/maxed-out-how-boeings-production-boost-could-rewire-cockpits-and-avionics-trends/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=d8c6c3a5-6bfe-457b-8bfa-56157a57aaca
#avionics #faa #737max #boeing #cockpit #aviation -
> "the site did give me one of the easiest to read captchas I've ever had the pleasure of doing lol"
This comment made me snort with laughter. Thank you.
I wonder how Atkinson Hyperlegible (®) would compare to the #opensource #Airbus #PolarSys #B162 very-legible font for aircraft instruments?
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> "the site did give me one of the easiest to read captchas I've ever had the pleasure of doing lol"
This comment made me snort with laughter. Thank you.
I wonder how Atkinson Hyperlegible (®) would compare to the #opensource #Airbus #PolarSys #B162 very-legible font for aircraft instruments?
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FAA quietly advances mandate for 25‑hour cockpit voice recorders
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/?p=108869
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aviation-safety-regulation/?story=18722b68-f587-43c0-929d-30603482ddf5
#cockpit #faa #adsb #avionics #aviation -
Software‑Defined Avionics to Drive Aircraft Value Premiums in 2026
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/10/30/soft-value-why-software-defined-avionics-will-become-the-biggest-hidden-premium-in-2026/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-finance-leasing/?story=3ee45ae9-8a88-4406-a7c3-e1e968973f7c
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Take an inside look at Gulfstream’s brand new G800 aircraft
- By Ryan Ewinghttps://www.flyingmag.com/inside-look-gulfstreams-brand-new-g800/
More: https://hype.aero/aviation/?story=77a31d72-4a10-4799-89a6-d23197d8752e
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The glider instruments need to be tested in a more holistic way...as holistic as you can get when the fuselage is sitting in the garage.
First photo shows tubing attached to the pitot probe. The long external tube allows me to add pressure to the pitot system while looking at the instruments on the panel.
Second photo shows the airspeed indicator (small round display) and glide computer screens. Both of those systems have pitot pressure sensors. I have pressurized the external tubing so that the airspeed indicator shows about 105 knots indicated airspeed. As you can see in the lower part of the glide computer display (V IAS)...the two devices agree within about 1 knot. I can't ask for better than that. (The vario also has a pitot pressure input, but it also uses GPS. It's very confused and angry that GPS says the glider is stationary, but it's supposedly moving through the air at a ridiculous speed. I may have to wait until flight testing to really evaluate the total-system performance of this advanced vario.)
Another bit of good news is that the leakage rate of the pressurized and sealed pitot system is pretty low. After a minute or two the indicated airspeed only drops a few percent at the most. That's not perfect, but it's pretty good.
Third photo shows what the instrument panel looks like when all the devices/screens are running. That's right, if I lose electrical power, my instrument panel is a blank, black hole.
Since I powered up all the screens, it means I'm ready to hook up an ammeter to measure current draw of each device, and my maximum load when everything is running. I'll do that tomorrow.
#AvGeek #Aviation #ElectricAircraft #Homebuilt #Glider #DIY #EAA #Technology #Instruments #Avionics #Test #Testing #Pressure #Airspeed
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Boeing overhauls 737 MAX avionics to restore regulator and airline confidence
- By John Persinoshttps://www.aviationtoday.com/2025/10/16/boeing-bets-big-on-avionics-to-rebuild-max-confidence/
More: https://hype.aero/coverage/aircraft-manufacturing-oems/?story=9cf2057d-ce1f-4b4d-8a0e-a575b1b5a594
#737max #boeing #avionics #aviation