US avionics manufacturer Dynon Avionics announced this week that it was introducing a range of retro-fit products for certified aircraft.
The company's systems have dominated the recreational and sport aircraft sectors for many years, and with the introduction of its new SkyView HDX system, Dynon is now looking to get a share of the certified aircraft market.
“For years, thousands of light sport and amateur-built aircraft pilots have benefited from Dynon’s intuitive, affordable, and safety-enhancing integrated avionics systems," said John Torode, Dynon founder and CEO.
"We’re ready to bring the Dynon approach to the rest of the GA fleet.”
Dynon says it expects to receive FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) and Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) for the Cessna 172 and Beechcraft B58 Baron shortly, with additional aircraft types to follow.
The SkyView HDX includes a primary flight display (PFD) with Synthetic Vision and angle-of-attack indicator, an autopilot, engine monitoring system (EMS), lean assist, mapping with flight planning, ADS-B traffic and weather, and Electronic Flight Bag (EFB).
According to Dynon, the new avionics won't be restricted to VFR use.
"Installing SkyView HDX does not change aircraft certification basis or operating limitations," a Dynon statement says. "All primary flight instruments, including attitude, are fully IFR capable. The system also includes an independent backup EFIS. SkyView HDX is additionally compatible with popular IFR navigators like the Avidyne IFD series and the GTN/GNS series."
Installation costs are not yet confirmed, with company saying only that a system installed in a C172 in the USA would be around $US16,000.