OSHKOSH, WI. – July 25, 2016 – Avidyne Corporation announced that they are currently developing software releases that will add ADS-B compatibility for their EntegraRelease 9 (R9) Integrated Flight Deck and also for the EX-Series Multi-function Displays (MFD).
Release 9.4 adds support for Avidyne’s AXP322 remote-mount transponder for ADS-B Out, and compatibility with Avidyne’s SkyTrax100 receiver for ADS-B In. In addition, this release adds support for vertical guidance for GPS approaches (LP+V), and also enables the Take Off/Go Around (TOGA) feature for R9-equipped Cirrus aircraft that have the DFC100 autopilot.
R8.2 enables the display of ADS-B In Traffic and subscription-free FIS-B Wx on Avidyne’s EX500, EX600, and EX5000 Series MFDs using Avidyne SkyTrax100 receiver or SkyTrax200/210 transceivers.
“We continue to develop product improvements and upgrades for our Entegra R9 and EX-Series MFD products, and these particular software upgrades provide timely support for our customers looking to meet the 2020 ADS-B mandate,” said Avidyne CEO, Dan Schwinn.
Pricing and Availability
Both of these software updates are field-loadable and will be available through your authorized Avidyne dealer later this year. Pricing will be announced upon certification.
About Avidyne Corporation (www.avidyne.com)
Avidyne’s continuing leadership in innovation and its Flying Made Simple™ system design make flying safer, more accessible and more enjoyable for pilots and their passengers. The company offers a full line of panel-mounted avionics including their IFD-Series FMS/GPS/NAV/COMs, AMX240 audio panel, and DFC90 digital flight control systems. With a complete range of SkyTrax ADS-B solutions, including the AXP322 andAXP340 Mode S Transponders with ADS-B Out, the MLB100 and TAS-A with ADS-B In, Avidyne provides complete support for the worldwide NextGen ATC surveillance upgrade. Headquartered in Melbourne, FL, the company has additional facilities in Westerville, OH, and Lincoln, MA.
