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Lynx and ForeFlight Are Now Compatible

Posted on August 5, 2016 by admin

Maxcraft Avionics is pleased to announce that L-3 and ForeFlight now talk to each other! We did the first Lynx install in Canada (see project and video here) and we were hoping back then that these two companies would team up on … Continue reading →

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Garmin Introduces G5 for Certificated Aircraft

Posted on August 3, 2016 by admin

AML STC Approves Installation in Thousands of General Aviation Aircraft Garmin is pleased to announce the FAA approval of the G5 electronic flight instrument in type certificated fixed-wing general aviation aircraft. Installation approval is accomplished via supplemental type certificate (STC) … Continue reading →

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New ADS-B Transponders for experimental and amateur-built aircraft

Posted on July 20, 2016 by admin

Today Garmin announced GTX45R and GTX35R remote mount ADS-B transponders for experimental aircraft. Both satisfy ADS-B “out” requirements with the GTX45R also offering ADS-B “in”. These transponders are designed specifically for the home-built market. They are controlled and configured by … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics News | Tagged ADS-B transponder, airplane, airspace, avionic, Canada, efis, experimental, Flight Instruments, G3X, glass cockpit, GPS, GTN 625, GTX35R, GTX45R, Helicopter, home-built, Maxcraft Avionics, tcas, VHF radios | Comments Off

Big news from Garmin just in time for EAA Air Venture

Posted on July 19, 2016 by admin

Today, Garmin goes public on the newest addition to its Connext line of products – and let me say: it is a game changer. We also have fresh announcements on software updates, database bundles, and promotional discounts for summer 2016. … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics 101 | Tagged ADAHRS, ADS-B transponder, airplane, Android, Apple, Area 660, avionic system, Bluetooth, data link, databases, EAA Air Venture, efis, Epic fuel, flight, flight instrument, Flight Stream 510, G500, G600, garmin, Garmin Flight Stream 510, Garmn Pilot, glass cockpit systems, GMA 350, GMA35, GNS card, GPS, GSR56, GSu 75, GTN 650.750, GTN650, GTN750, GTX 345, Helicopter, installation, King Air, King Air G1000 5-5-5 rebate, Maxcraft Avionics, MMC card, navigation, Obstacle, OnePak, pinch-to-zoom, push-to-command, software, Spoken Commands, tcas, Telligence, telligence voice command, terrain, VHF Radio, wi-fi, wiring | Comments Off

5 Popular Garmin Pilot Features

Posted on July 8, 2016 by admin

Maxcraft thinks you should know these Garmin Pilot features. These are the 5 top features that we think will make you want to try the Garmin Pilot. Flight Profile View: One of Garmin Pilot’s newest features, the Flight Profile View, … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics News | Tagged ADS-B, airplane, Canada, efis, Flight Instruments, Flight Profile view, Flight Stream, Garmin Pilot, GDL39, glass cockpit, GPS, GTX345, Helicopter, IFR, logbook, Maxcraft Avionics, METARs, NavTrack, Radial Menu, TAFs, tcas, VFR, VHF Radio | Comments Off

Lightspeed Summer Sale

Posted on July 1, 2016 by admin

2016 Summer gift-with-purchase promotion Many of our customers are extremely satisfied with their Lightspeed headsets and customer service. Maxcraft is proud to offer this 16,800 mAh multi-function, portable power bank and jump-starter with a embossed vinyl case with every purchase. … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics News | Tagged aircraft, Aviation GPS, Avionics, Flight Instruments, gift, GPS, headsets, Helicopter, Lightspeed, Lightspeed Aviation, Maxcraft Avionics, tango, tcas, VHF radios, Zulu 2, Zulu PFX | Comments Off

Bonanza J35 and a Bonanza M35 nose to tail in Maxcraft hangar

Posted on June 27, 2016 by admin

In the hangar this week: not one, not two but three V-tail Bonanzas. These are fairly uncommon planes to begin with, so finding three in one hangar at the same time is a rare occurrence. The Beechcraft Bonanza is an … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics News | Tagged aircraft, Avionics, Bonanza, Canada, efis, Flight Instruments, glass cockpit, GPS, Helicopter, Maxcraft Avionics, p-factor, rudder, ruddervator, tcas, torque, V-tail, VHF radios, yoke | Comments Off

David Clark announces the new DC One-X headset

Posted on June 8, 2016 by admin

The David Clark DC ONE-X ANR Headset features a great combination of comfort, technology and durability. Offering hybrid electronic noise cancellation, blue tooth wireless technology, fail-safe operation, digital signal processing technology, audio mute, stereo/mono selection, and a five year warranty, … Continue reading →

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D2 Bravo Titanium Pilot Watch from Garmin

Posted on May 17, 2016 by admin

We loved the style and functionality of the D2 Bravo and are excited to introduce Garmin’s Titanium version. Offering another level of sophistication to their already fabulous watch collection, this is a sophisticated smartwatch with a premium titanium band, wrist … Continue reading →

Posted in Latest & Greatest Avionics | Tagged airplane, Avionics, Canada, D2 Bravo, efis, Flight Instruments, garmin, glass cockpit systems, GPS, Helicopter, installation, Maxcraft Avionics, pilot, systems upgrades, tcas, Titanium, VHF, watch | Comments Off

2016 Aircraft Electronics Association Convention and Tradeshow

Posted on May 7, 2016 by admin

The 59th Annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show happened in Orlando, Florida this past week. Last week Steve and Michael returned from the Aircraft Electronics association Convention and Tradeshow in Orlando Florida. This four day event is the largest … Continue reading →