C414 Autopilot

Southeast Aerospace recently completed the installation of the S-Tec/Meggitt System 55X Autopilot into a 1980 Cessna 414A aircraft. The installation consisted of incorporating the System 55X with GPS roll steering into the aircraft's existing avionics and flight controls. The Yaw Damper and Automatic Trim options were selected and installed during this installation as well.
	For aircraft pitch and roll references, the King KG-258 Autopilot Horizon Gyro was installed and interfaced to the autopilot system. For more details on this installation or any other avionics modifications, please contact SEA's installation director, Mike Schooley, at 321-255-9877 ext. 216 or e-mail mschooley@seaerospace.com

CASA TAWS STC

Southeast Aerospace of Melbourne, Florida recently obtained FAA STC ST03305AT for Class A TAWS certification of the Sandel ST3400 in the CASA 212 series of aircraft. This STC project was devised, designed, engineered, and completed utilizing SEA's in-house engineering and installation facilities. Southeast Aerospace (SEA) will upgrade 10 previously completed Class B installations in the CASA 212. The STC installation includes installation of equipment such as the Shadin ADC-200,
Mid-Continent MD41 Annunciator, and 5934PAD altimeter with baro output. SEA will offer the STC for purchase for qualified installation facilities. For pricing and related information, please contact Mike Schooley, SEA Installation Director, at 321-255-9877 ext. 216 or email mschooley@seaerospace.com For more information on the expansive avionics sales & service capabilities of Southeast Aerospace, please visit SEA's Premier Avionics Source internet site at www.seaerospace.com

GPSMAP 496

	Garmin recently announced the new GPSMAP 496. In addition to the already advanced features of the GPSMAP 396, the 496 adds these exciting features: SafeTaxi airport diagrams depicting runways, taxiways, and hangars for over 650 airports Smart Airspace feature for easy airspace identification AOPA Airport Directory built-in offering detailed information on over 5300 U.S. airports Faster GPS update rate for a real-time Panel Page Automotive maps pre-loaded for North America and Europe Americas and Atlantic versions available
All these features and the power of an MFD in a compact, portable unit for under $3000. Southeast Aerospace is offering the new GPSMAP 496 for the low price pf $2795. Avoid the backorders, reserve your unit today with SEA. Call or email our Sales Department today.

Sandel EADI/EHSI

Sandel Avionics of Vista, California recently announced the introduction of two new retrofit products - the SN4500 Electronic HSI and SA4550 Electronic ADI. These two new LED powered instruments will provide many vintage twin and turboprop aircraft owners with the ability to upgrade analog instruments to glass cockpit technology. The 4" x 4" SN4500 and SA4550 will eventually serve as drop-in replacements for older electomechanical displays. STC availability and aircraft applications will be announced as they become developed. The compact, self-contained design will allow for easy installation. Both units may be installed separately or in tandem and both will feature SandelSmart I/O to interface with virtually any digital or analog aircraft. Retail pricing will be $19,500 for the SN4500 EHSI and $20,500 for the SA4550 EADI per unit (installation and aircraft certification not included -TBA). Southeast Aerospace is excited about the prospect of bringing glass cockpit technology to older cockpits. Especially interesting will be the possibilities for King Air, Piper Cheyenne, and Cessna 421 customers. Please continue to visit our News & Info section for more details to come on the certification process of these exciting new Sandel products. For more, detailed information on the SN4500 and SA4550, please see the manufacturers product pages: SN4500 and SA4550

AEA Training Award

At the 49th Annual Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) International Convention & Trade Show, the recipients for the Avionics Training Excellence awards were announced. Southeast Aerospace was once again recognized for its commitment to technician training.

This award recognizes a repair station's dedication to professional technician development and assures aviation consumers that they will receive a high level of service. Each year, Southeast Aerospace strives to meet or exceed the criterion set forth for the AEA-approved and FAA/EASA technician training programs.

As a proud member of the AEA, Southeast Aerospace is grateful to be recognized for its unwavering commitment to the highest level of service and support for the avionics industry. Contact Southeast Aerospace today to Experience the Difference !

Garmin GWX 68 Radar

Garmin International has annouced the release of its new GWX 68 weather radar sensor.

In conjunction with the annoucement of their new GMX 200 Multi Function Display, the GWX 68 is intended to be the radar sensor interface to this new MFD.

The GWX 68 features most of the same features as many current production digital radar sensors from other manufacturer's such as the ART-2000 from Honeywell. These features includes a 6.5 kw magnetron, 10 or 12 inch antenna array, pitch/roll stablilzation, and horizontal & vertical scan modes.

In comparison to the Honeywell ART-2000, the GWX 68 does offer some savings for those considering a suitable weather radar interface for their MFD. However, no details have been released by Garmin regarding the compatibility and interface possibilities with non-Garmin radar displays and MFDs.

For more information on the Garmin GWX 68 including technical specs and more, visit our product page

Garmin GMX 200 MFD

Building on the success and versatility of the MX 20, Garmin has announced the new GMX 200 Multi Function Display.

Along with the multitude of interface options and position awareness capabilities, several notable changes and upgrades have been added.

• A new rotary knob allows for quicker map scale changes and data entry
• Front loading SD card slot allows for expanded memory and easy chart uploading and updating
• Preloaded, high-resolution terrain and hydrography data for entire world
• Split screen function for simultaneous view of two charting options along with vertical profile of terrain elevation

As with the MX 20, the GMX 200 will interface to most Garmin equipment such as all of the GNS 400/500 series units for GPS position, the GDL 69/69A/90 for Datalink, the GTX 33/330 transponders for Traffic, and the new GWX 68 for Radar. In addition, the GMX 200 will interface to many other manufacturers' equipment.

Like the MX 20, the GMX 200 will be available in 3 versions: Standard, Traffic, and Radar/Traffic. List price for the Standard system will be $8995. Expected delivery of the GMX 200 will be Summer 2006. The GMX 200 will replace the MX 20 when deliveries start.

For more information on the GMX200, click here for a detailed product page. This page includes detailed, high resolution screen shots of the various capabilities of the GMX200

Avionics Entertainment

Southeast Aerospace recently has added all in-flight entertainment products by Avionics Innovations to its Online Catalog. These aviation entertainment products are designed with additional RFI and EMI shielding and tested to meet FAA requirements. Being FAA certified means that these products will not interfere with on-board navigation, communication or radar systems.

These product pages include the AM/FM and Sirius satellite radio receivers, CD and DVD systems. TFT display monitors, Audio/Video switch units, and other audio accessories have also been added.

For more information and pricing on all Avionics Innovations products, use the Search box and locate these products at anytime.

Proline II CTL Changes

Recently, Rockwell Collins announced that their popular line of Proline II radio controls would be replaced with the G line of controls.

These replacements controls manufactured by Gables Engineering are reported to provide improved reliability and performance over the original CTL-X2 Proline II controls. The G controls are direct fit and form replacement for existing original CTL-X2 controls. The new controls produced by Gables offer new design incorporating all digital architecture. Similiar to the PS line of controls from Honeywell (also produced by Gables), the G controls include lighting bus that can be strapped for either 5 or 28 volt applications.

As always, Southeast Aerospace has provided detailed product pages for these new products. These pages include new features, specifications, and part number equivalency charts for this new product line by Rockwell Collins.

For more information on the CTL-X2G controls, please utilize the Search features of seaerospace.com to view the CTL-22D, CTL-22G, CTL-32G, CTL-62G, CTL-92G, and CTL-93T product pages.

Updated Honeywell Categories

In efforts to keep up with its expanding capabilities and customer demands, Southeast Aerospace is pleased to announce that it has received approval from Honeywell for two new service categories.

Service Category 09 covers aircraft install & troubleshooting for the Primus 440/660/880/700/701 weather radar product lines. This category approval allows Southeast Aerospace to service its growing mid to large corporate jet clientele.

Service Category 15E covers aircraft install & troubleshooting for the Honeywell line of Solid State voice and data recorders. This category approval will allow Southeast Aerospace to actively respond to its CASA, Metro and other regional air transport type customers.

For a complete listing of Southeast Aerospace's approved Honeywell Service Categories, please click here

As a top Honeywell dealer for several years running now, Southeast Aerospace has the knowledge, experience, capabilities, and parts resources to accommodate most if not all Honeywell avionics requirements. If you require sales, service, or simply just information in relation to any Honeywell avionics product, please contact Southeast Aerospace today!

KHF-950 Update

Recently Bendix/King (Honeywell) discontinued production of the popular KHF-950 HF Communications System. They are no longer accepting any new orders for this system. They have replaced this need in their avionics product line with the HF-1050 System.

The HF-1050 is not a direct replacement for the KHF-950. Its design and configuration differ in many ways from the KHF-950. Furthermore, it is currently backordered from Honeywell for 60 days as of January 2006.

Due to the popularity and widespread applications of the KHF-950, Southeast Aerospace does not see demand for this system decreasing anytime soon. With no practical or comparable HF options available from other manufacturers, the KHF-950 will continue to be the choice for many considering HF systems.

As of January 2006, Southeast Aerospace currently has backorders of over 20 systems for the KHF-950. As the supply continues to shorten while demand continues to be high, Southeast Aerospace cannot provide long term forecasts or information in reference to the KHF-950 system. That is, we are unable to guarantee the validity of the system price or availability for future reference.

Southeast Aerospace has been and will continue to aggressively search for and pursue any systems we can acquire. Since these are overhauled systems, there is not an unlimited supply available on the market at any given time. Therefore, until backorders are filled and additional inventory procured, we will not be able to provide a realistic quotation at this time.

If you would like to receive periodic updates from Southeast Aerospace regarding pricing and availability, please use our Quote Request Form or email us with your requirements. If you are interested in considering another system for your HF application, Southeast Aerospace currently has Collins HF-220 and HF-230 systems available at prices well below the current inflated price of the KHF-950.

PMA8000B New Features

PS Engineering has announces the PMA8000B adding more improvements and features to the multitude of existing advanced features on the PMA8000 audio panel.

A new front panel multipurpose jack allows easy connection for portable music devices such as an iPod. Or, for Garmin GPSMAP 396 owner/operators, this jack comes in handy for the 396 audio output. The jack is automatically configured to the crew while alert messages are not muted for the pilot and co-pilot.

With the new "Smart Function Keys" (SFK), a pilot can now customize his or her audio panel to fit particular needs. Newly added voice prompting advises the pilot of the exact audio panel configuration for the selected modes.

As a bonus, PS Engineering has now included their Internal Recording System (IRS) as a standard feature. That's a $150 savings! IRS allows the pilot to quickly play back up to 8 messages through a front panel key.

With these new features, PS Engineering enhances the value of an already superb audio panel design. The PMA8000B is an unsurpassed audio management unit that is ideal for the selective avionics consumer.

Garmin Terrain Update for GNS-430/530 series

Add terrain advisory capability to any Garmin GNS-400 and 500 series GPS/Nav/Comms for only $500 !

Although it is not TAWS certifiable, this terrain upgrade provides valuable information about the general terrain environment in relation to GPS position and any approaching terrain conflicts.

The modification consists of a software and hardware update that can only be performed by an authorized Garmin dealer or the factory direct.

Southeast Aerospace has procured several upgrade kits to accommodate the demand for this practical upgrade. In aviation terms, the cost of this upgrade is minimal considering the benefits and safety features it provides.

If you are interested in adding this great new feature to the already expansive capabilities of the Garmin line of GNS-430/530 units, please contact Greg Rodriguez at ext. 208 (greg@seaerospace.com) or Mike Schooley at ext. 216 (mschooley@seaerospace.com)

SEA Joins HAI

Southeast Aerospace is proud to announce its recent inclusion and acceptance into Helicopter Association International (HAI).

Due to its large domestic and international helicopter customer base, Southeast Aerospace felt it was necessary to be a part of this association that relates and communicates to helicopter operations of all types. Southeast Aerospace is pleased to be part of the HAI to show its support and dedication to supporting the helicopter community.

Southeast Aerospace is looking forward to attending and exhibiting at the next HAI Heli-Expo convention in Houston, Texas 2008.

For all of your helicopter avionics and instrument needs, please contact Southeast Aerospace today.

SEA Avionics Kits

Southeast Aerospace (SEA) has recently dedicated a portion of our installation department to avionics kit production. Realizing that avionics installation can be time consuming and inconvenient to certain operators, we have developed a multitude of ready-to-install avionics kits that allow for installation of even the most complex systems to be installed in virtually any location.

We have developed, engineered, and shipped kits such as TAWS, TCAS, HF, and Radar systems for aircraft such as Cessna, CASA, Metro, Beechcraft, Learjet and more.

Kits include system components, machine stamped wiring harnesses, complete installation instructions and engineering prints. Our thorough preparation guarantees an efficient installation. In addition, we provide appropriate FAA 337 and Flight Manual Supplement forms to ensure a seamless airworthiness approval process with your Flights Standards office.

With these kits, SEA provides the means to offer and facilitate avionics installations of any type to your customers. We believe that with our easy-to-install kits, your company can instantly expand your avionics service capabilities.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Schooley
Director of Modifications
321-255-9877 ext. 216
mschooley@seaerospace.com

Career Opportunities

Southeast Aerospace has continuous openings for experienced avionics technicians and entry level positions. General and Corporate aviation experience preferred, but will consider training others. We have immediate openings for line maintenance and installation personnel - (note: civil aviation experience strongly preferred). While we may not have immediate needs to fill in all departments, SEA is always looking for pleasant, friendly, and courteous people with upbeat personalities and good people skills. So, if you are a hard working, forward thinking individual looking for a new challenge, contact Mark Braddock at mark@seaerospace.com to discuss your possibilities with us.

SEA EASA Approved

Southeast Aerospace is proud to announce approval by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

On 28 September 2003, the EASA assumed responsibility for the airworthiness certification of all aeronautical parts and products designed, manufactured, and used under the regulatory control of European Union member sates. This also includes certification activities including the repairs of aviation products and their components.

Due to increasing air traffic growth in Europe, the aviation community felt that citizens needed to be assured that the aircraft (and its components) are operated and maintained to the highest safety standards. In addition, the implementation of the EASA will establish and maintain a uniform level of civil aviation safety in Europe. This system will also ensure a single European market for the aviation industry without competitive disruption. While the JAA (Joint Aviation Authority) did provide an effort to coordinate procedures and standards in European countries, differences in applications of JAA rules existed. The EASA has taken over the responsibility from the national authorities of its 25 European Union members setting in place equal and constant standards that cannot be deviated from or added to by national authorities from individual countries.

As a worldwide supplier of avionics sales and service, Southeast Aerospace is proud to be a part of the EASA's effort to uphold and maintain higher standards of quality in aviation in Europe.

Prewired Harnesses Available

Want to save time and money with your next avionics installation? Southeast Aerospace is now offering prewired harness fabrication services for all avionics products available. Harnesses available for all avionics items such as audio panels, GPS, transponder, weather radar, datalink, ADF, TAWS, Nav, DME, Comm and much more. Prices start at $150 with minimal lead-times.

Unlike some prewired harnesses available on the avionics market, our prewired harnesses are built to order per each and every customer specification. In other words, our custom harnesses are not merely open wires hanging from one end of a connector as you may have seen in the past from other avionics sales companies. All harness wires are properly labeled, grounded, and terminated where needed. Our installation department only uses the best quality shielded wire and other specialty wire where called out by the installation manual. As indicated previously, our harnesses are built to order. Once customer dictated cable lengths and other related aircraft specifications are obtained, the harness is customized for each particular need. This is ideal so the installer is not battling with extraordinarily long or short harnesses with unmarked or extraneous wires.

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