Archive for February, 2012

Bad Elf GPS for iPod touch, iPhone, & iPad

Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

 

Simple to use. Easy to enjoy.
Bad Elf, strives to create high quality, dependable products consistent with Apple’s philosophy of “It just works!” Just plug in your Bad Elf GPS and go play. No complicated setup.  No batteries to charge. No hassles.

Made for every iOS device.
The Bad Elf GPS is the best selling Apple approved external GPS accessory designed to directly connect to your iPad, iPod touch and iPhone. The Bad Elf GPS accessory plugs into the dock connector and allows Apps to read your current location. Great Products. World-Class

   Form Factor

  • About the size of a Quarter (US) or Euro (EUR) coin
  • Approximately the same thickness as your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch
  • Highly portable with a detachable lanyard for safe-keeping
  Micro USB

  • Enables charging of iOS device
  • Allows syncing of iOS device
  Fit

  • Connects to standard Apple 30-pin connector on the iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch
  • Compatible with most protective cases, arm bands, and car kits — as long as they do not obstruct the 30-pin dock connector.

 

Package contains:
  • BE-GPS-1000 GPS device
  • 6ft Micro-USB cable for charging and syncing
  • Detachable Keychain Lanyard
  • Getting Started Card
Compatibility:
  • iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th generations)
  • iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, & iPhone
  • iPad 2, iPad
GPS Technical Specs:
  • Fast GPS lock times (45 seconds or less)
  • 2.5 meter accuracy
  • 60k feet maximum altitude
  • 1000 MPH maximum speed
  • Up to 10Hz position update rate
  • 66-channel MTK GPS chipset
  • SBAS/WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS
Product Specs:
  • Micro-USB port
  • Green status LED
  • 30-pin dock connector
  • Upgradeable Firmware
  • Support for Assisted GPS
  • Dimensions: 1″ x 1.3″ x 0.3″ (33mm x 27mm x 10mm)

 

If you would like to know more about Bad Elf , contact Spirit Avionics at 614.237.4271 or email sales@spiritavionics.com

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Spirit Avionics Seeks Additional Team Members

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
Spirit Avionics is actively seeking an experienced Avionics Technician for a full time position in Columbus, Ohio.
The position’s requirements include indepth knowledge of avionics systems and associated FAA regulations. Excellent customer service skills, a strong work ethic and high standards of quality craftsmanship are fundamental to this job opportunity.
Spirit Avionics offers great pay, robust medical and dental insurance and the availabilty of the company aircraft for flight training and personal use.
Please send resume rick@spiritavionics.com

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Gulfstream owners this one is for you!

Wednesday, February 15th, 2012

The FDARM-IPD-Y-2 has all the same features as the standard version, but is designed to accommodate the smaller, second generation Apple iPad 2. All mounting specifications, exterior dimensions, and operational elements are identical for both units. Apple iPads are not included. These products are designed to securely mount to the yoke of a Gulfstream. The unit provides a clear, unobstructed view of flight maps and charts. The FDARM-IPD-Y/-2 can also be rotated 90 degrees to take advantage of the iPad’s landscape mode.

The FDARM-IPD-Y/-2 can tilt FWD and AFT approximately 15° in both landscape and portrait modes allowing the user to adjust the viewing angle of the display. The mount also includes a 5 volt charger. This charging capability is an option, which the installer will have to determine if the unit will be powered prior to installing. It is the installer’s responsibility to understand the product’s requirements and to install the product in compliance with industry standards and safety. ** NOTE: If the iPad is running processor-intensive applications, it may not charge, or hold charge, even when connected to a power source. **

The FDARM-IPD-Y/-2 is perfect for in flight use of the Apple iPad. Once the flight is complete, the entire mount assembly can be easily removed from the yoke, or with the pull of a latch, the iPad can be removed from its mount.

If you would like to know more about the FDARM-IPD-Y-2 or would like one installed, contact Spirit Avionics at 614.237.4271 or email sales@spiritavionics.com.

See more at: www.flightdisplay.com/inventory/FDARM-IPD-Y.pdf

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Weather Data Receiver from WxWorx

Wednesday, February 8th, 2012

The 3rd-generation Weather Data Receiver from WxWorx allows you to pick up a weather data signal from the XM WX Satellite Weather service for distribution to a compatible display device, such as PC, multi-function display, handheld device, or IPad. Rugged and reliable, the receiver’s small footprint allows it to fit in practically any space.

Key features include:

  • Four connection types: USB, Bluetooth (wireless), Serial, Ethernet
  • Integrated WAAS-capable GPS receiver for enhanced positioning accuracy
  • XM Satellite Radio compatibility (audio subscription required)

 

 

Specifications:

  • Operating Voltage Range: 9-32 VDC
  • Dimensions: Approx 2.25”h x 5.25”w x 5.25”d
  • Material: Black Polycarbonate/ABS Enclosure
  • Weight: 1.3 lbs.
  • Mounting: Optional (Vertical/wall mount with mounting bracket and screws, included)

Compatible Antennas:

  • XM Portable Antenna
  • Comant ComDat GPS/XM antennas
  • Shakespeare SRA-40
  • Terk XM5

If you would like to know more about WX Works weather data receiver or would like one installed, contact Spirit Avionics at 614.237.4271 or email sales@spiritavionics.com.

https://www.wxworx.com/portable-receiver-overview

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Spirit Avionics “Faces of Spirit”

Monday, February 6th, 2012

Mr. Ochs is the President of Spirit Avionics. He founded the company in March of 2000. Upon the one year anniversary of beginning the business, Spirit Avionics purchased Capital Aircraft Electronics located at Port Columbus airport (KCMH) in Columbus, Ohio. He has over 25 years of experience in Aviation with a focus on Avionics. Mr. Ochs started his aviation career in the United States Navy working as an aircraft carrier flight deck troubleshooter and preflight inspector on the avionics systems of Lockheed S-3 Viking aircraft. Since leaving the US Navy, Mr. Ochs has provided avionics technical and management services for such notable companies as Lear/Siegler, Executive Jet Aviation, ElectroSonics and Air Net Systems. Southern Air Transport employed him as an Avionics Department Manager and Maintenance Controller providing global avionics and special missions support for five Boeing 747-200, 5 Douglas DC-8-63 and 15 Lockheed C-130 / L-382 cargo aircraft operating for the USAF Air Mobility Command and Special Operations.

Mr. Ochs sits on the Aircraft Electronics Association’s Board of Directors, National Business Aircraft Association’s Maintenance Management Committee, National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies’ Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) certification and accreditation committee & Avionics Installation, Integration, Navigation and Systems sub committees and the Youth Aviation Adventure’s Board of Directors. Rick is also an invited member of the Honeywell, Rockwell-Collins and Universal Avionics dealer advisory panels. He was awarded with the highest of honors from the Aircraft Electronics Association as he received the 2009 Member of the Year award for all of his positive contributions to the aviation and avionics industry. Mr. Ochs is a private pilot and utilizes Spirit’s Cessna 182Q for business and recreational purposes.  He has held an FAA Radio & Limited Airframe Repairman certificate for 11 years, an Airframe Mechanic’s certificate for 16 years, an Federal Communications Commission General Radio Operator License for 15 years and an Aircraft Electronics Technician certification for 4 years (#11). Mr. Ochs has on the job training and experience with the Pace Soldering and Xytronic SMD soldering stations utilized for Micro Miniature surface mount circuit board repairs.

Rick has become a well known representative and leader within the avionic community and he is always respected for his technical knowledge and life dedication to avionic expertise.  We thank him for all his continued support and willingness to help others.

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Do you hate the look of your old and burnt out post lights? Well then try some NULITEs!!

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

 

NULITEs are a revolutionary lighting system for aircraft instruments. They give the same lighting appearance as internal lighting kits at a fraction of the cost. NULITEs have a special bezel that focuses light toward the instrument, preventing light from reflecting into the pilot’s eyes. When sandwiched between the instrument and panel, NULITEs reduce glare and “hotspots” by concentrating 60% of the light on the upper half of the instrument.

 INSTALLATION MADE EASY

No special tools or equipment are required. NULITEs can be installed by anyone in just a few minutes; a simple log book entry is made by any certified pilot or mechanic.
NULITEs are wired into any existing dimming system without the need for extra circuits, inverters, or remote boxes.

If you would like to know more about NULITEs or would like some installed, contact Spirit Avionics at 614.237.4271 or email sales@spiritavionics.com.

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