New Avionics, more savings!

Interested in new avionics?  Interested in saving money?  How about $999 USD?

Maxcraft is excited to announce great savings from Garmin for those purchasing a new avionics for their aircraft.

Purchase one of the following products listed below between Oct. 2, 2023 to Dec. 15, 2023 and receive one year of database coverage for compatible Garmin avionics in your aircraft.  Submit your receipt and receive an Americas OnePak + Flightcharts database subscription..

Products for this promotion include:

GTN Xi NavigatorsGDL 60 Datalinks, and G1000 NXi Upgrades.

What is a OnePak?

OnePak database subscriptions offer databases for all compatible Garmin avionics in a single aircraft. In addition to databases for the avionics, a OnePak subscription also provides you with databases for one compatible Garmin portable aviation navigator and a one-year Garmin Pilot Premium upgrade for existing Garmin Pilot Standard subscribers.

Each OnePak features the Garmin Navigation Database for the specified coverage area. Data such as instrument procedures, frequencies and airport data are included in this database, which is valid for VFR and IFR flight. Together with other included Garmin databases, the Garmin Navigation Database makes OnePaks a trusted and convenient path to incorporate the latest database information within compatible Garmin avionics.

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This is a limited time offer!  Call or email our team at Maxcraft Avionics for more information!

 

 

 

 

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Upcoming Tradeshows — Where We Are We Going To Be??

Trade shows  provide us with a unique opportunity to meet face to face with our many vendors, and past/current/future customers, allowing us to hear what our customers want and need. On the other side of the coin, it also let’s us show off our products and solutions to potential customers who may not know what options are out there for their aircraft. We both attend and exhibit at a wide spectrum of trade shows and conferences throughout the year. From the largest trade shows in the industry such as HAI Heli-Expo, and the NBAA Business Aviation Convention, small general aviation conventions, and even niche trade shows that cater to a very small part of the aviation industry, we leave every conference with new knowledge on available products and services, as well as a better understanding of our customer base.


National Business Aviation Association – Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (Oct 17-19, 2023)

Maxcraft is yet again sending Steve (Director of Business Development) and Marnus (Business and Commercial Specialist) to the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (BACE) in Las Vegas, Nevada from October 17th until the 19th.

BACE gives us an opportunity to meet with many of our vendors on the corporate aviation side of the industry, as well as many owners and operators of business aircraft which keeps us up to date with the latest trends and innovations business aviation customers are searching for.

With special events and dozens of education sessions covering topics of interest to all attendees, from those considering the use of an airplane to support their business needs, to those who have long used an airplane to help their business succeed.

As the most influential business aviation trade show in the United States, the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) is the single-most-effective tradeshow for Maxcraft, our vendors, and out customers.

Running from Oct 17-19, this show offers courses, workshops and new knowledge of Business Aviation.

If you plan to attend NBAA-BACE this year, give Steve or Marnus a call. We’d love to connect!


Canadian Business Aviation Association Convention & Exhibition (July 11-13, 2023)

The Canadian Business Aviation Association (CBAA) is a non-profit group advocating for Canadian business aviation interests. The CBAA has about 400 member companies including operators, management companies, maintenance companies, and suppliers, however the CBAA represents the entire business aviation community in Canada. The CBAA’s mission is to promote and simplify business aviation in Canada.

Every year the CBAA holds a convention and exhibition, and this year Calgary will be hosting the many members and guests from around Canada and the world. The convention features talks on topics concerning business aviation, upcoming changes to regulations, and exhibits showcasing leading suppliers and maintainers. Maxcraft will be exhibiting and meeting with existing and potential new customers to discuss their needs.


Northern Air Transport Association Annual Conference (April 30 – May 4, 2023)

Steve and Marnus spent the first week of May in Yellowknife, YT attending the Annual Conference of the Northern Air Transport Association. This conference lets us meet with the many air operators serving Canada’s north. Many of these operators are faced with distinctive challenges operating in such remote locations, coupled with the constant risk of weather changing for the worst in a matter of moments.

As the lifeline for Canada’s isolated communities, Northern operators often have unique avionics need to ensure they are able to safely navigate in areas far away from population centers, and in weather many other operators would choose to avoid. This conference allows us to meet with these operators and learn about these needs, and discuss possible solutions to their avionics problems.


Annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show (April 24-27, 2023)

Maxcraft has once again made the trip to our industry’s top trade show, which was held  in Orlando, Florida this year. The Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) represents nearly 1,300 companies in over 40 countries, these companies range from maintenance organizations, avionics manufactures, distributors, and repair shops. AEA has been holding this valuable conference since 1957 making 2023 the 66th annual gathering.

While many of our trade shows are primarily aimed at meeting with new or existing customers, AEA is the complete opposite. We receive very few leads from AEA, however it’s one of our most valuable conventions we attend every year. AEA allows us the opportunity to network with our network of vendors and develop relationships which are invaluable when we need them. AEA is also the place to be for new product introductions. Many manufactures wait until AEA to announce their latest and greatest avionics. By being on the ground, we’re able to learn first hand what is new, which allows us to tell our customers about the best options available. Technical and product training is also a highlight of this conference allowing us to learn the complex ins and outs of the products we sell and install.


Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show (Feb 25-26, 2023)

Maxcraft will once again be exhibiting at the Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show (NWAC) at the Washington State Fair Events Center in Puyallup, WA. The NWAC gives us the opportunity to meet with members of the general aviation community, and aircraft owners to learn more about their needs in the cockpit, and introduce them to the best avionics suited to how and why they fly.

The NWAC attracts over 10,000 people annually, from pilots and aircraft owners, to mechanics, and students, the NWAC has something for everyone interested in Aviation. With 122,000 square feet of aviation displays, the NWAC is a great way to learn about the latest innovations in aviation, and network with like-minded aviators.  With over 75 hours of safety seminars, the short drive south from the Lower Mainland will pay for itself in knowledge. You can learn more about the Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show here.


Helicopter Association of Canada 2022 Convention and Trade Show (Nov 2- 4, 2022)

Last week, Steve and Daryl will be manned the Maxcraft booth at the Helicopter Association of Canada’s 27th annual convention and trade show in Calgary, Alberta on November 2-4, 2022.

At Maxcraft, we pride ourselves on being industry experts on a wide array of rotorcraft such as the Sikorsky S61, and Bell 212. Shows like this let us promote our many innovative supplemental type certificates (STCs) for airframes big and small for all sorts of equipment, many of which are unique to Maxcraft. You can view our list of issued STC’s here.

HAC typically sees a gathering of 500-600 attendees from almost every sector of the helicopter industry. With workshops, talks, and plenty of networking time, this annual conference  is one of the highlight events for Canadian helicopter operators.


2022 National Business Aviation Association – Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) (Oct 18-20, 2022)

Maxcraft is sending Steve (Director of Business Development) and Marnus (Business and Commercial Specialist) to attend the NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (BACE) in Orlando, Florida from October 18th until the 20th.

BACE gives us an opportunity to meet with many of our vendors on the corporate aviation side of the industry, as well as many owners and operators of business aircraft which keeps us up to date with the latest trends and innovations business aviation customers are searching for.

With special events and dozens of education sessions covering topics of interest to all attendees, from those considering the use of an airplane to support their business needs, to those who have long used an airplane to help their business succeed.

As the most influential business aviation trade show in the United States, the 2022 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) is the single-most-effective marketplace, offering an unmatched platform for:

  • Showcasing aviation products and services
  • Meeting qualified buyers
  • Reinforcing customer relationships
  • Getting critical business done for the year ahead
  • Being seen as a leader in the industry

Running from Oct 15-Oct 20, this show offers courses, workshops and new knowledge of Business Aviation.


Aerial Firefighting Conference (September 20, 2022)

Maxcraft Avionics’ President, Daryl MacIntosh will be exhibiting at the one day Aerial Firefighting Conference on September 20th 2022 in Kelowna, BC.

The Aerial Firefighting Conference will let us show off the many avionics upgrades available to expand the capabilities of existing aerial firefighting aircraft, as well as our specialty of integrating these systems together to get the most out of them while also creating a seamless end user experience. With the aerial firefighting industry requiring continuous availability throughout the fire season, many of the upgrades we offer can decrease the possibility of costly downtime and repairs while the aircraft is deployed.

This year marks the third annual Aerial Firefighting Conference organized by WINGS and HELICOPTERS magazines. This conference gathers aerial firefighting leaders, and aviation suppliers from across North America to display and discuss new technologies relevant to aerial firefighting. Along with plenty of opportunities for networking amongst attendees, the conference will also feature presentations on a wide variety of topics concerning operators of aerial firefighting fleets, including trends, procedures, and government regulations. This conference gives leading operators a chance to discuss common problems impacting the industry, and to work together to solve them.

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Garmin Open House

Garmin hosted an Open House Event at their facility located at the Salem Airport in Oregon on September 14th. Steve Nunn (Director of Business Development) and Jim Immler (Pilot Ambassador) made the flight down to KSLE to attend and show off some of Maxcraft’s work.

Garmin’s Open House Event is a free event for both aviators and Garmin dealers. Featuring factory tours, product demonstrations, and seminars, the Garmin Open House attracts pilots from all over the Pacific Northwest. Ending the night with a catered dinner, and door prizes, this year’s Open House was a huge success.

Maxcraft had the opportunity to meet with Garmin representatives, along with pilots and aircraft owners to discuss their options for maximizing their avionics. Along with providing a safe and efficient flight from BC to Oregon, Jim’s Cessna 182 was put on display by Garmin to show off some of their top of the line avionics. This isn’t the first time Jim’s 182 has been paraded around by Garmin, at the 2019 EAA Airventure Oshkosh C-FHUX was front and center in front of Garmin’s tent. You can read more about Jim’s aircraft and his Airventure display here.

Maxcraft's Table at the Garmin Open House

Maxcraft’s Table at the Garmin Open House

Jim's Cessna 182 was setup and powered up just outside of Garmin's building for attendees to see some of Garmin's top avionics in a real world use case

Jim’s Cessna 182 was setup and powered up just outside of Garmin’s building for attendees to see some of Garmin’s top avionics in a real world use case

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Save Lives. Save Cash.

Lightspeed Aviation is launching the “Save Lives. Save Cash” promotion!

Lightspeed is offering this promotion to celebrate the inaugural year of the safest aviation headset available and the thousands of pilots who fly safer now because of it.Lightspeed is offering a $140 CDN off a new purchase of a Lightspeed Delta Zulu.

You can now purchase a Lightspeed Delta Zulu headset at the cost of $1, 459 CDN.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a limited time offer.  Starting Tuesday September 19, 2023 and expires Monday, October 9, 2023.

Don’t hesitate to call or email our team at Maxcraft Avionics for more information!

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle for King Air 200

Revolutionary Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle to become available for retrofit installations in select Beechcraft King Air aircraft

Garmin announced imminent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification to bring Garmin Autoland and Garmin Autothrottle to the retrofit market, starting with select G1000® NXi-equipped King Air 200 series aircraft, and soon after, select King Air 300 series.. Full Autothrottle integration with the G1000 NXi reduces crew workload in the cockpit by managing aircraft speed and power and provides engine protection against potential engine exceedances. In the event of an emergency where the crew can no longer perform their duties, Garmin Autoland can control and land the aircraft without human intervention1.

Preview Garmin Autoland in the King Air here. Preview Garmin Autothrottle in the King Air here.

New G1000 NXi Features

With the latest G1000 NXi upgrades, King Air owners can take advantage of additional features. Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT™) has been upgraded to now include a 3D exocentric view of the SafeTaxi® airport environment to aid situational awareness while taxiing. SVT also displays 3D building footprints including hangars, terminals and towers, taxiways, aprons, signs and other markings to help reduce runway incursions by providing guidance while taxiing at airports contained in the SafeTaxi database. These SVT updates also increase topographical clarity, sharpened water and terrain boundaries, improved obstacle and powerlines display, enhanced runway and airport sign depiction and more.

Additionally, Garmin’s recently announced PlaneSync™ connected aircraft management system2 will simplify the lives of King Air3 owners and operators by automating database updates, providing real-time remote aircraft status4 and automatically transmitting flight log and engine data to the cloud after landing5. The system also includes Emergency Descent Mode (EDM) as a standard feature that is enabled automatically, in the event of a loss in aircraft pressurization.

Adding on to Garmin’s revolutionary electronic stability and protection (ESP™) technology, one engine inoperative ESP assists the pilot in maintaining control in the event of a single engine failure. ESP pitch and roll limits will adjust to prevent excessive pitch or bank angles while the pilot performs single engine procedures.

To learn more about the G1000 NXi upgrade and Garmin Autothrottle, visit Garmin.com/KingAir. For additional information about Autoland and the Garmin Autonomí family of autonomous safety-enhancing technologies, visit www.garmin.com/Autonomi.

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Garmin Introduces GHA 15 Height Advisor For Experimental and Light Sport Aircraft

Maxcraft would like to share with you the new GHA 15 Height Advisor from Garmin.  Read more below from Garmin.

Garmin  announced the GHA 15, a small and lightweight height advisor that uses radar technology to provide height above ground level (AGL) information on G3X Touch flight displays for experimental aircraft. This cost-effective, easy-to-install solution will be available in August 2023 for experimental aircraft and light sport aircraft.

The GHA 15 calculates height AGL by sending radio waves to the ground and determining the time it takes to receive the signals back. GHA 15 processes hundreds of measurements per second and applies advanced digital filters to maintain continuous readings – even over water or in challenging terrain environments. AGL readouts are shown on the G3X Touch display and drawn on the altitude tape or gauge at altitudes as high as 500 feet AGL.

Using the readings provided by GHA 15, G3X Touch flight displays can also provide AGL audio callouts via their audio output to help keep the pilot’s eyes looking outside the cockpit. Beginning at 300 feet, the pilot will hear audible AGL altitude callouts at select intervals down to 1 foot AGL. The pilot can configure the callouts to start and stop at specified altitudes. Knowing precise height AGL can be helpful to pilots during landings and flying in areas where limited barometric altimeter setting information is available – such as backcountry flying.

The single module integrates all electronics into one compact unit that attaches to the bottom of the aircraft. Slightly larger than a deck of cards and weighing less than one pound, the height advisor requires minimal space and modification for installation on the aircraft.

The GHA 15 will be available in August 2023 for an expected street price of $1,995 USD. 

Want to learn more?  Call us or email our team at Maxcraft for more information.

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Sirius XM and Garmin Rebates!

SiriusXM Announces Rebate on Select Garmin Products Rebate Available Through the Remainder of 2023

Maxcraft received news that Garmin and SiriusXM Aviation are sharing rebates together on select Garmin products until December 31, 2023.

Available now, customers who purchase a Garmin GDL 51, GDL 52, GXM 42, or GDL 69 series product by December 31, 2023, and then activate a SiriusXM Aviation Weather subscription plan by January 31, 2024, are eligible to receive a $300 USD SiriusXM Rewards Visa® Prepaid Card*. (please note, all pricing is in USD)

For more information on this promotion, please visit SiriusXM.com/AviationRebate.

Any questions?  Do not hesitate to call or email our team at Maxcraft Avionics!


Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Electronics International “Spirit of Oshkosh”

Maxcraft is proud to announce the “Spirit of Oshkosh” rebate from Electronics International Inc. with rebates offered from $25 – $2,000 USD!

Starting Saturday, July 15 2023, some of the most popular instruments will have rebates. To qualify for these great savings, purchases  must be made between July 15th – August 15th, 2023.

Purchase any of the items through Maxcraft, and we will fill in and mail in your rebate form!

Click on the link for a full list! EI-Spirit of Oshkosh-2023

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

 

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Maxcraft Titled as Garmin Platinum Dealer

At the 2023 Annual Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention and Trade Show in Orlando, Florida, Maxcraft was presented with a plaque from Garmin International recognizing us as a Platinum Dealer for the brand. This is the first time in Maxcraft’s history we’ve been granted this prestigious award. This was only possible with the support of our customers, and we hope to continue this trend for many more years.

Garmin reserves the Platinum Dealer title for their most elite dealers worldwide. Maxcraft has been providing sales and installation of Garmin equipment for over three decades and we see this award as an indication we’re doing things right. We credit much of this to our interactive sales approach where we discover what the customer wants to accomplish and present them with multiple options, including products they may not be aware exist which may be a better fit or more affordable.

The Garmin Platinum Dealer award encourages us to continue providing the best sales and support to our customer base and we are eager to receive a similar plaque at next year’s AEA convention.

Maxcraft Director of Business Development, Steve Nunn Receives the Garmin Platinum Award from Garmin Representative Wayne McGhee

Maxcraft Director of Business Development, Steve Nunn Receives the Garmin Platinum Award from Garmin Representative Wayne McGhee

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

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Electronics International Spring Rebate

Maxcraft is proud to offer this spring rebate from Electronics International Inc.  with rebates offered from $25 – $2,500!

Starting Monday June 12, 2023, some of the most popular instruments will have rebates! To qualify for these great savings, purchases  must be made between June 12th and June 30th, 2023.

Purchase any of the items through Maxcraft, and we fill in and mail in your rebate form!

Click on the link for a full list! EI-June-2023-Rebate

 

Maxcraft Avionics is a leader in airplane and helicopter avionic system upgrades, including installation of everything from basic VHF Radios and flight instruments, all the way to sophisticated GPS, TCAS, EFIS, and glass cockpit systems. We have the largest avionics facility in Canada and over 20,000 unique part numbers in our inventory to repair your aircraft or upgrade your cockpit.

 

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