AEA Amplified

Ep. 33 – Aviation Design and Supply on mission to help avionics repair stations

Aviation Design and Supply was founded in 2023 by a team of visionary avionics professionals and electrical engineers with over 75 years of combined experience in the industry. Its mission is to revolutionize general aviation by making it easier for clients to install and maintain their avionics systems with autopilot installation hardware kits, tail number specific custom avionics engineering packages, and work management software. ADS President Jaramey Ham shares the company’s fast track to success in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 32 – Introducing the Flex Digital Standby Package from Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics and its True Blue Power division continue to introduce trusted products for the general aviation market with the Flex 2-inch digital standbys, as well as two new lithium-ion main ship batteries designed for Part 23 aircraft. First announced at the 2023 AEA International Convention & Trade Show in April, the digital 3-Pack will help modernize general aviation cockpits by replacing older mechanical 2-inch instruments. Additionally, True Blue Power unveiled the certified TB14 (13 amp-hour) for 28-volt aircraft and TB28-12V (26 amp-hour) for 14-volt aircraft. Learn more about these new products from Matt Harrah, senior vice president of technology and products, in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 31 – Collins Aerospace Senior Director of Sales Talks 5G for GA

Collins Aerospace brings repair stations in the United States up to date on its 5G resilient radar altimeters. With expected AML STC completion in the second quarter of 2023 on the ALT 1000+ and ALT 4000+, learn the latest from the company’s senior director of sales, Marc Ayala, in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 30 – Garmin introduces PlaneSync for forward-fit and retrofit applications

At the 2023 AEA International Convention & Trade Show, Garmin introduced PlaneSync, a connected aircraft management system that simplifies aircraft ownership by automating database updates, providing real-time aircraft status, and more. Available for both forward-fit and retrofit applications, PlaneSync technology is designed to bring new levels of connectivity and convenience to aircraft owners and operators alike. Jim Alpiser, director of aviation aftermarket sales for Garmin, has the latest information about PlaneSync in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 29 – Mike Adamson Previews 2023 AEA Convention in Orlando

The 66th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show is the place to be for avionics training, networking, new product introductions and more. The four-day event takes place at the Gaylord Palms in Orlando, Florida, April 24-27, 2023. Avionics technicians and small-business owners will reconnect with their manufacturer and distributor representatives, train on the latest products, and learn industry best practices. Two full days of exhibits with more than 130 companies await. Tune in for a sneak peek of this year’s event with AEA President and CEO Mike Adamson in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 28 – Inside the numbers: Examining the state of the industry

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association recently unveiled the 2022 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. When compared to 2021, all aircraft segments saw increases in shipments, and preliminary aircraft deliveries were valued at $26.8 billion, an increase of 6%. Take a deep dive into the data and the state of the industry with Jens Hennig, GAMA vice president of operations, in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 27 – What’s the latest on the FAA’s proposed SMS rulemaking?

The Federal Aviation Administration published a long-awaited notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on Jan. 11, 2023, that would amend the applicability of safety management systems. Noticeably absent from the proposal is Part 145 approved maintenance organizations. But what does this truly mean for AEA member companies and the aviation industry? Learn the latest on this important topic from Ric Peri, AEA vice president of government and industry affairs, in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.

Ep. 26 – ALTO Aviation celebrates 25 years of engineering customized cabin audio systems

ALTO Aviation is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing high-end cabin audio and entertainment systems for business aviation aircraft. Now celebrating 25 years in business, the company offers a wide range of products sold to most major OEMs and installed by authorized retrofit companies. ALTO also manufactures precision sheet metal and machined parts for multiple industries and aerospace. An AEA member company since 2003, ALTO Aviation President Don Hamilton and Vice President of Engineering and R&D Steve Scarlata share their company’s success story in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.