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Fort McMurray Wildfires

Photo courtesy of J.Franson, Canadian Press Today our thoughts are with our friends in Northern Alberta.   We send our deepest sympathies to those affected by the wildfires that have devastated Fort McMurray.  We also send our thanks, respect and … Continue reading

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Garmin Team X Introduces GMA 245/245R Audio Panels

Combines Bluetooth® Wireless Music, Phone, 3D Audio and More Maxcraft is delighted to see that the Garmin Team X took features from their certified panel and now incorporated into a low cost audio panel for the homebuilt / experimental aircraft. “Garmin is … Continue reading

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Update on the Solar Impluse

In honor of Earth Day/Week, bringing solar power to life. How to reduce the impact on Planet Earth?  Use the sun.  Follow the Solar Impulse, the First Round-The-World Solar Flight, powered only by the sun, with no fuel or polluting … Continue reading

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Lightspeed Spring Sale

Only until May 8th, 2016! Lightspeed is having two amazing Spring Promotions!! 1. Gift with purchase – buy any new Lightspeed headset at full price and get a free 16,800 mAh multi- function, portable power bank and jump-starter.  This is a … Continue reading

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New G5 Electronic Flight Instrument for experimental aircraft

Maxcraft is proud to introduce the new product by Garmin Team X. The new G5 electronic flight instrument for experimental amateur-built and light sport aircraft. This compact and cost-effective product delivers exceptional performance and reliability serving as either a back-up … Continue reading

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The Think Lynx Promo

The  Award-winning L-3 Lynx line of ADS-B solutions promotional pricing program on now until May 31! Maxcraft is a big fan of the Lynx NGT-9000 and had the privilege of installing the first one in Canada. L-3 is celebrating the … Continue reading

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Phoenix Heli Flight, Inc. to Equip Entire Helicopter Fleet with Jupiter Avionics JA94-001 Dual Audio Controller

Vancouver, BC, March 2016 – (via Louisville, Kentucky, March 2, 2016) Dallas Avionics, Jupiter Avionics and Maxcraft Avionics, Ltd., announced today from the Helicopter Association International (HAI) annual HELI EXPO convention that Phoenix Heli-Flight, Inc., (Phoenix) has chosen to equip … Continue reading

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Garmin announces new Aera 660!

With feature-rich navigation, stunning display and streamlined database updating We’re very excited to announce the coming availability of Garmin’s new Aera 660 handheld GPS.  In comparison to Garmin’s previous Aera 796, the Aera 660 will be   more affordable, feature current-generation technology, and … Continue reading

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Garmin Introduces Next Generation of All-In-One ADS-B Transponders

  Maxcraft is excited to announce Garmin’s GTX 345 and GTX 335 all-in-one ADS-B transponders. These are designed to provide a simple upgrade path for thousands of aircraft worldwide and are a great fit for Canadians who fly south of the … Continue reading

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Maxcraft Avionics Receives FAA  STC for installation of the SkyWatch HP SKY899 TCAS-I  in the Beech 200/B200 and 300/B300 KingAir Series

Vancouver, BC, January 2016 – Maxcraft Avionics Ltd announced that they have received  FAA Validation of their Transport Canada STC SH15-43 (FAA STC SA03641NY) for installation of the SKY899 TCAS-1 System or upgrade of existing SKY497 Skywatch TAS to SKY899 … Continue reading

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