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27 July 2010
Geo-referenced Approach Plates Now on Evolution MFDs
Aspen Avionics and Seattle Avionics Software announce the that geo-referencing – the display of the aircraft’s relative position on navigation charts – is now available on all instrument approach procedures and airport diagrams displayed on Aspen’s EFD1000 and EFD500 Multi-function Flight Display (MFD) products. Click here for details.
07 July 2010
Aspen Avionics Achieves Certification for Class III Primary Flight Display
Aspen Avionics announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Technical Standard Order (TSO) Authorization for the Evolution EFD1000C3 Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD) for Class III aircraft. The already robust Evolution Software now meets the Level B assurance levels required for FAR Part 23 Class III aircraft, making the increased safety, reliability and functionality of the Evolution Displays available to operators of piston and turbine aircraft weighing between 6,000 and 12,500 pounds. Aircraft owners can install the newly certified EFD1000C3 Pro PFD independently, or in combination with the popular Evolution Multi-function Flight Displays (MFDs) to fit their particular flight mission needs and budgets.
28 April 2010
Aspen Avionics Version 2.2 Evolution Software for Flight Displays Now Available
The bulk of the new features for this software release are MFD related. Features include: The full suite of AeroNav (formerly NACO) charts and geo-referenced airport diagrams, new Nav Map panning functionality, and improved Info selection.
The Version 2.2 Evolution Software upgrade is available to Aspen customers through our authorized dealer network and will ship standard with all new Evolution Flight Display products. The upgrade is free of charge from Aspen, however dealer installation fees may apply. Click on the links below to check out the full-color Version 2.2 Pilot’s Guide Addenda.
Our goal is to constantly improve and upgrade the investment you have made in your Aspen equipment. It is an ongoing process and we thank you for your continued support!
Pilot’s Guide Addendum, EFD1000 PFD SW v2.2, 091-00017-001 ( ) [pdf]
Pilot’s Guide Addendum, EFD1000/500 MFD SW v2.2, 091-00017-002 ( ) [pdf]
23 April 2010
Aspen Avionics Announces Packaged Evolution Flight Display Systems
The rollout of these new product packages, comprised of combinations of Evolution Flight Displays, makes it even easier to choose the retrofit glass display configuration that will meet your specific needs. The packages are being rolled out in conjunction with an attractive customer rebate, making the purchase of the new Aspen packages an even bigger value. Cost incentives are also in place for the purchase of a single Evolution 1000 Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD) or an Evolution 1000 Multi-Function Display (MFD).
30 March 2010
Aspen Avionics and Seattle Avionics Software Partner on Charts
Aspen Avionics, Inc., manufacturer of the innovative Evolution Flight Display System, and Seattle Avionics Software, developer of cutting-edge aviation software and data solutions, announce their partnership to develop a certified chart application for Aspen’s Evolution Flight Display System. The new chart and geo-referenced airport diagram capabilities will be a standard feature in Aspen’s Multi-Function Display (MFD) products, and available via upgrade for Evolution displays already installed in customers’ airplanes.
16 February 2010
Aspen Avionics Announces Bell Helicopter STC
Aspen Avionics, Inc., manufacturer of the award-winning Evolution Flight Display System, announces the approval of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Aspen EFD1000H into the Bell 206 and Bell 407 model helicopters. This STC was developed in partnership with Keystone Helicopters.
07 January 2010
Aspen Avionics Announces Release of Version 2.1 Software Upgrade Kit for Evolution Flight Displays
Aspen Avionics, Inc. announced that a new version 2.1 software upgrade kit for the Aspen EFD1000 Primary Flight Display and the EFD1000/EFD500 Multi-Function Display is now available through its authorized dealers. This latest upgrade includes enhancements to the panning functions, navigation map and auto-ranging features of the Evolution Flight Displays.
06 November 2009
Aspen Avionics Announces Availability of Version 2.0 Software Upgrade for Evolution Flight Displays
Aspen Avionics, Inc. announced today that it has released its Version 2.0 software upgrade kit to its dealers, allowing them to immediately begin upgrading EFD1000 Primary Flight Displays in the field to the new software level. The update is provided to dealers via a field upgrade kit from Aspen that includes a Secure Digital (microSD) card that quickly loads Evolution Flight Displays with new software updates and optional performance packages. The 2.0 software upgrade kit is free from Aspen Avionics, and any authorized Aspen dealer can perform the upgrades.
26 October 2009
Aspen Avionics Announces First Helicopter Installation
Aspen Avionics announced today that the Dale County Sheriff’s Office located in Ozark, Alabama, is the first installation of an EFD1000H Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD) and an EFD1000H Multi-Function Display (MFD) into an operational helicopter. The Bell OH-58 helicopter, a military version of the Bell 206, is used by the department in regular airborne law enforcement activities.
30 September 2009
First Non-Company Three-display (Trio) Installation in SR22
The first three-display (Trio) installation of an EFD1000 Pro PFD, an EFD1000 MFD and an EFD500 MFD, complete with an EWR50 Weather Receiver, was completed this week.
Sarasota Avionics performed the installation on Aspen Sales Manager Scott Smith’s 2002 Cirrus SR22. This is the first non-company Trio display installation, and it went smoothly. Scott will fly the Cirrus back to his home in Kansas, and then start flying it around his central and southeast region, giving demos to dealers and pilots.
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30 September 2009
Aspen Receives AML-STC for MFDs and Weather Receiver
Aspen Avionics today received from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) its Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certificate (AML-STC) for the EFD500 Multi-Function Display (MFD); the EFD1000 MFD; and the EWR50 Weather Receiver. This certification, combined with the TSO (Technical Standard Order) certification granted to the company nearly two weeks ago, authorizes installation of Aspen’s MFDs and weather receivers into over 650 airplane makes and models, representing the majority of single-engine airplanes and light twins in the general aviation fleet, and all of its most popular models.
18 September 2009
MFDs Receive FAA TSO Certification
Aspen Avionics announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Technical Standard Order (TSO) Authorization for the EFD500 Multi-Function Display (MFD); the EFD1000 MFD; and the EWR50 Evolution Weather Receiver. With certification and production authority in hand, Aspen will begin shipping its newest products to dealers immediately.
15 September 2009
Another EASA STC Issued
We are very pleased to announce the issuance of another EASA STC for installation of the EFD1000 PFD Primary Flight Display into Piper PA-28 Series aircraft.
20 August 2009
Additional EASA STCs Issued
Two new EASA STCs have been issued for the installation of the EFD1000 PFD Primary Flight Display into Piper PA-24 Series and the Cessna/Reims 182 Series aircraft.
Read More...07 April 2009
See Aspen at the Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In, April 21 - 26, 2009
Aspen Avionics is back at Sun ‘n Fun with an opportunity for you to experience the Aspen Evolution Flight Display in action and have all your questions answered about how you can upgrade to a glass panel in an affordable way.
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