Tag Archives: VHF Radio

Where did all the technicians go?…. out on training

Posted on July 12, 2013 by admin

Here at Maxcraft, we are firm believers in constant professional development. Making sure all of our technicians and staff receive ongoing training is how we stay abreast of the latest technology and practices. And with today’s technology changing faster than … Continue reading →

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Nothing in the Hangar? Really?

Posted on June 25, 2013 by admin

What? We are empty. Nothing. De nada. On the other hand, its the busiest we have ever been. All of our technicians are out and about. Some of our technicians are on courses to gain more knowledge on the newest … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics 101 | Tagged autopilot, efis, Garmin GTN, Garmin portable GPS, helicopter avionic system, Langley, Maxcraft Avionics, Richmond, tcas, technicians, VHF Radio | Comments Off

Our Featured Project – de Havilland DHC-3 Otter

Posted on June 22, 2013 by admin

The DHC-3 Otter Upgrade This northern Arctic operator upgraded an old piston de Havilland DHC-3 Otter to a turbine powered off-airport capable aircraft. Maxcraft was tasked with turning this 1950’s era panel into a state-of-the-art glass panel workhorse. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged aircraft, airport, Arctic, autopilot systems, avionics facility, Canada, cockpit, de Havilland DHC-3 Otter, DHC-3 Otter, efis, Garmin GPS, Garmin GTN, Helicopter, Maxcraft Avionics, portables, projects, tcas, turbine, upgrade, VHF Radio, YPK | Comments Off

New Products

Posted on June 21, 2013 by admin

SANDIA STX165 Transponder The new STX 165 Mode C transponder with built-in encoder by Sandia Aerospace is ideal for tight places. Designed to occupy a minimum of panel space, the transponder can slide into a one-half 3-ATI opening, and measures … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics News | Tagged altitude display, autopilot system, cell phones, Dual USB, efis, encoder, Garmin GTN, Garmin portable GPS, glider, GPS devices, GPS messengers, helicopter avionic system, Maxcraft Avionics, OAT probe input, OLED, Sandia Aerospace, SANDIA STX165, satellite, SPOT, SPOT 2, SPOT 3, TA102 Dual USB changing port, tcas, transponder, UAV operations, VDC input voltage, VHF Radio | Comments Off

New Technology – Engine Monitor Options

Posted on June 13, 2013 by admin

New Technology – learn more about it here We are offering the first of many papers on new technology. Where to read it? On our blog or click here to go to our Technology Page on our website. Stay in … Continue reading →

Posted in Avionics News | Tagged 6 cylinder, airframe, autopilot systems, aviation industry, Avionics, CHT, cockpit, cylinder head temperatures, efis, EGT, engine, Engine Monitor, exhaust gas temperature, fuel totalizer, GA, garmin, Garmin GTN, new technology, oil pressure, oil temp, portable GPS, probes, tcas, VHF Radio | Comments Off

Portable price changes

Posted on May 31, 2013 by admin

Garmin has just announced a price reduction…… Garmin’s popular aviation portables are able to find their way into your cockpit with a new lower price. The Garmin 796 is now only $1,999.00! For all other portables check out our Webstore … Continue reading →

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Garmin’s new all-digital radar altimeter

Posted on February 21, 2013 by admin

Garmin did it again! The new high performance, all digital GRA 5500 radar altimeter for helicopters general aviation and more. The GRA 5500 works to provide smooth altitude tracking resulting in consistent and high accurate altitude above ground indication. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged altimeter, altitude, and autopilot system, cockpit, digital design, digital radar altimeter, efis, FAA, Garmin Altimeter, Garmin GTN, Garmin's new radar altimeter, general aviation, GRA 5500, Helicopters, tcas, VHF Radio | Comments Off

Cessna , helicopters, and our crew

Posted on February 23, 2012 by admin

In the Hangar and its full! You should see the hangar, it is chock a block full! What’s in it? A Cessna 172 getting a new autopilot, with our crew chief Andy working hard.Â Â There is another Cessna 177 RG … Continue reading →

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