Platinum Tools can now supply a new 5-in-1 fiber optic stripper (p/n15061C) and fiber optic kevlar scissors (p/n10529C).
Sean Rothermel, Platinum Tools product manager explained: “These tools are manufactured from high carbon tool steel, precision ground and hardened for durability and long life.”
The 5-in-1 fiber optic stripper includes a five cavity design for numerous fiber optic cables, pre-set design, cushioned grip handles providing positive non-slip, comfortable operation. It comes in a red/black body, it is 7 in. (177.8 mm) long, weighs 4.59 oz. (130g), and strips 2.8 – 3.0 mm outside jacket, 2.0 – 3.0 mm loose tube fiber, 2.0 – 2.4 mm outside jacket, 900 micron buffer, 250 micron acrylate coating.
The kevlar fiber optic scissors will cut Kevlar, with a full serrated bottom blade for non-slip cutting. Available in red, it is 5.75 in. (146.05 mm) long, weighs 2.12 oz. (60g), and is best utilized for Kevlar material, Aramid yarn, soft cables, and electrical tape.
Universal Avionics has a new, certified Bombardier Q400 solution for Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and Localizer Performance with Vertical Navigation (LPV) capability. Supplemental Type Certification (STC) ST02780CH was issued by FAA and EASA and awarded to Canard Aerospace Corporation. The solution includes Universal Avionics UNS-1Ew Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS)-Flight Management System (FMS).
The launch customer for this STC, airBaltic, has now completed the first two aircraft of their Q400 fleet upgrade. “With more installations on the way, we are excited about the opportunities this ESTC/STC will bring,” said Scott Campbell, Universal Avionics director of airline/military sales.
AirBaltic has been operating Universal Avionics FMS on its Bombardier Q400 fleet for many years. “The FMS has proved itself to be a reliable system,” said Aleksandrs Vorobjovs, avionics engineer with airBaltic. “With technology moving forward and support from the European Global Navigation Satellite Systems Agency (GSA), airBaltic made the logical decision to launch the E-GEN project and upgrade the turboprop fleet to the Universal SBAS-FMS,” he added. “The new FMS provides a lot of benefits to us as an airline, including new functionality such as LPV/RNP approaches and route optimization, resulting in lower fuel burn and emissions.”
“Canard’s STC installs the Universal FMS with LPV functionality on Q400 aircraft in several configurations,” said Paul Denkmann, avionics project engineer with Canard Aerospace. “The FMS can be interfaced with ADS-B capable ATC transponders to enable ADS-B Out functionality,” he added. “The FAA STC has been validated with EASA and is in the process of Canadian (TCCA) validation.”
The Blue Avionics BA-440 router/filter is now FAA and EASA certified to provide Terrain Awareness Warning System (TAWS) Mode 5 alerting during Localizer Performance with Vertical guidance (LPV) approach and Required Navigation Performance (RNP) approach using the existing EGPWS. The system is designed to meet the LPV TAWS Mode 5 alerting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) LPV approach mandate. Initial certification has been on the Bombardier Q400 aircraft and was performed by Canard Aerospace.
Launch customer airBaltic is installing the BA-440s together with the Universal Avionics UNS-1Ew Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) Flight Management System (FMS). “In fact, the BA-440 has salvaged our E-GEN project we perform in cooperation with European Global Navigation Satellite Systems Agency (GSA). The project aim is to equip our turboprop fleet with modern, LPV capable FMS, but we had come to a dead-end with the TAWS Mode 5 Alert requirement until [we found] the BA-440 router/filter ,” said Aleksandrs Vorobjovs, airBaltic avionics engineer.
The BA-440 detects and combines the LPV data from the SBAS FMS with the general-purpose bus to EGPWS while in LPV mode. This allows existing EGPWS to provide Mode 5 Alerting and provides annunciations to the cockpit during both ILS and LPV approaches per AC20-138C.
“The SBAS FMS provides operators with LPV approach capability that can be used all over the world. Using the Blue Avionics BA-440 with Universal Avionics SBAS FMS allows airlines and operators to have TAWS Mode 5 Glideslope alerting to meet AC20-138C requirements today,” said Grady Dees, Universal Avionics director of technical sales.
The international avionics industry will gather in Germany next month for the two-day annual conference and exhibition, Aviation Electronics Europe, which will take place on 25th-26th April 2017 in Munich.
The event includes a main conference program, a series of technical workshops and certified training courses as well as the largest exhibition in aviation electronics in Europe.
Adrian Broadbent, event director and owner of Aviation Electronics Europe, said, “We are delighted that the conference programme will deliver a broad range of experts informing, educating and sharing valuable information and knowledge with industry peers. The Aviation Electronics Europe conference has been regularly delivering the best programme to address the latest challenges and issues facing the avionics industry.”
Leading international experts are invited to participate in the conference to address key industry hot topics and challenges, including the Single European Sky and Next-Gen initiatives. The following are news updates from exhibitors who are attending Aviation Electronics Europe.
TechSAT and TTTech Partner Over Next Generation Test Benches
Last year TTTech and TechSAT jointly announced the integration of TTTech’s TTEthernet network switches into TechSAT’s ADS2 avionics test benches for OEMs and system integrators.
TechSAT and TTTech extend their complementary expertise to assure the system integration and testing process scalability. Core is TechSAT’s powerful 2nd generation Avionics Development System (ADS2). Target applications are electric aircraft and IMA systems. In the scope of the latest ADS2 update, TTTech will provide 24-port 1Gbit/s TTEthernet network switches.
TechSAT and TTTech – experience doubled.
TTTech’s TTESwitch A664 Lab offers the ability of supporting standard Ethernet (IEEE 802.3), Deterministic Ethernet services such as ARINC 664 part 7 (AFDX) and Time-Triggered Ethernet (SAE AS6802) on one physical infrastructure. The solution provides advanced reconfiguration capabilities suited for the design of reproducible and reliable system tests.
“TTTech’s standards and quality are the norm against which one must measure the competition”, commented Elwin Muerth, head of sales at TechSAT. “We are very pleased to have TTTech as our partner in TTP, AFDX and Deterministic Ethernet networking. Together it is possible to support all aspects of the customer’s product lifecycle – starting from development over integration until verification and even ground testing.”
“We are delighted to see adoption of our AFDX and TTEthernet 1GBit/s network switches by a market leader in aerospace system integration and verification platforms,” said Ingomar Wenzel, product manager at TTTech.
FreeFlight and Becker Team Over ADS-B
FreeFlight Systems has partnered with Becker Avionics to offer a complete ADS-B solution for business and commercial class aircraft. By combining the Becker Avionics BXT6513 mode S transponder with FreeFlight Systems 1203C SBAS/GNSS sensor, and RANGR-RX ADS-B receiver, these remote mounted solutions will provide turbo prop and turbo jet business aircraft with a cost effective way to equip with ADS-B In and Out for the upcoming January 2020 mandate.
“With less than three years remaining to meet the ADS-B rule, there is a lack of cost effective, high quality options for the business aircraft market,” said vice president of sales and marketing, Pete Ring. “We are pleased to team with FreeFlight Systems to offer a complete solution for these operators, including transponder, GNSS source and ADS-B In receiver certified as a package,” said Thomas Terschlusen, director of sales and marketing.
Helionix Uses VxWorks 653 in Airbus H175 and H145 Helicopters
Helionix: avionics with safety in mind.
Airbus Helicopters uses Wind River’s VxWorks 653 platform for its new Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) system, Helionix.
The Helionix avionics system certified on the H175 and H145 helicopters has been designed to improve helicopter management. Wind River’s VxWorks 653 powers the multi-function display, flight management and control systems, as well as the auto pilot. It provides resource management and partitioning capabilities that allow multiple independent applications of different safety criticality levels to run on a single target platform.
“As we sought to create the next generation of our helicopters’ avionics, we turned to Wind River for its unmatched experience in this area,” said Christian Franot, head of Helionix program at Airbus Helicopters. “Already validated in other IMA systems, Wind River safety critical technology offers the reliability, flexibility and configurability required for an implementation meeting stringent safety demands.”
VxWorks 653 is now used in over 400 projects by over 200 customers in over 80 aircraft. In addition to the new helicopters above, VxWorks 653 is the leading ARINC 653 time and space application used by the Airbus Military A330 MRTT, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing 767 Tanker, Boeing P-8A Poseidon, Lockheed Martin C-130T, and Northrop Grumman UH-60V Blackhawk Helicopter.
EASA certifies the European AIS Database (EAD)
Eurocontrol became the first pan-European aeronautical information service provider to be certified under the Single European Sky legislation regarding the provision of the European AIS Database (EAD).
The European AIS Database (EAD) is the world’s largest Aeronautical Information System (AIS) supporting the provision of the EAIM services. It was developed by the Eurocontrol Agency as a service to States and stakeholders. The aim of EAD is to ensure the availability of electronic aeronautical information of high quality, presented in a harmonised way and serving the requirements of all relevant users in terms of data quality and timeliness. The service allows other Aeronautical Information Service Providers (AISPs) to enter and maintain their data in a central repository and enables data users to retrieve and download AIS data in real time.
From left: Patrick Ky, Executive Director of EASA, Henrik Hololei, Director General of DG MOVE, and Frank Brenner, Director General of Eurocontrol.
“We are pleased to have received the EASA certification for EAD which allows us to take this invaluable service to the next level,” said Joe Sultana, director Network Manager. “We see EAD as an essential element of the work of the Network Manager as a whole and we look forward to seeing EAD as part of the revision of the Network Management Implementing Rule. This would allow the EAD to contribute even further to network efficiency and performance.”
Future plans for Eurocontrol include the certification of the Network Manager as the first pan-European Service Provider of Central Air traffic Flow Management in 2019.
Rapita Systems Joins SECT-AIR project
SECT-AIR aims to develop systems that increase the productivity of developing critical software in the UK aerospace industry, and encourage the use of these systems. The project has been designed to meet the increasing need for efficient and maintainable development processes in the critical software industry.
This need will be met by the project partners, many UK institutions that are involved in critical systems development such as suppliers, tool vendors and universities. The project, which began in July 2016, will take place over three years with a budget in excess of £10 million, funded by the Aerospace Technology Institute and Innovate UK. During the project, Rapita Systems will develop improved processes for the development and maintenance of embedded software with an emphasis on unit test generation and execution.
Abaco Systems has produced an R15-MPCIE MIL-STD-1553 Mini PCI Express card and RAR-MPCIE ARINC 429 Mini PCI Express card featuring hard tie screw-in high retention rugged connectors. They are suitable for harsh environments in which shock and vibration can create reliability challenges. Both units are also very small (30mm x 50.95 mm x 4.7mm) and lightweight for applications deployed in highly-constrained platforms where SWaP (size, weight and power) need to be minimized.
The R15-MPCIE supports two dual redundant channels while the RAR-MPCIE features eight receive and four transmit channels. It can be configured to include one receive and one transmit ARINC 717 channel.
Both products are designed for those working in avionics test and simulation for field test and support. The Mini PCI Express form factor and small size and weight also make the R15-MPCIE and RAR-MPCIE ideal for designers of portable devices, such as tablets and hand-held test and measurement solutions or in very small form factor mission critical systems.
The API (application programming interface) for the two new products is consistent with existing Abaco avionics products and allow for the re-use of existing code for faster development, qualification and deployment.
Teledyne Controls’ new hosted cloud-based Flight Data Analysis (FDA) services use customizable dashboards to provide individuals with actionable flight data
The new service is a series of dashboards that offer multiple, customizable views of an airline’s operation, including event detection, full-flight measurements, and interoperability with commercially-available air safety reporting products. Teledyne provides a secure virtual server with high-speed connectivity, redundancy, and backup features to ensure all data is protected but can be quickly and easily accessed by authorized users.
In enhancing its FDA Services, Teledyne Controls worked closely with Copa Airlines, which was instrumental in helping to define the requirements of the new service. To support Copa’s innovative data analysis techniques, the new service provides a combination of enhanced visualizations for increased levels of insight and awareness, and additional data processing capabilities.
Captain Michael New, vice president of Safety, Copa Airlines, said that it was “a ‘force multiplier’, giving us the equivalent of two analysts looking at our data and presenting it on a dashboard for us to review and distribute as required. It has created a step change in the efficiency of our team.”
Users of the new FDA Services have a range of modules from which to choose including: Safety Analysis (events frequency and segment capture); Data Collection Analysis (media health and missing media); Approach and Landings Analysis; Warnings Analysis (GPWS, TCAS, etc.); and Fuel Analysis. Additional analysis modules can be developed to meet an operator’s specific needs.
Continuum Applied Technology has released Version 11.4 of its Corridor aviation service software. The new version introduces features that facilitate a smoother workflow process across aviation maintenance service operations.
“We plan releases to consistently provide enhancements and features consistent with our users’ feedback and observed process inefficiencies that Corridor can directly impact,” said Jason Buhro, director of Software Engineering at Continuum, addeding, “With Version 11.4, some of the new features stemmed from our relationships and collaboration with Camp Systems and Component Control, whose StockMarket.aero product provides a valuable integrated tool for Corridor users.”
New features and enhancements in Version 11.4 include:
Customer Portal Enhancements – The Corridor Customer Portal provides a tool for Corridor businesses to communicate with their customers to provide online quote approval, status updates, and more. Version 11.4 provides additional filters, display controls and data download options for maximized customer service.
Work Order Features – With V11.4, the Work Order module was enhanced to automate manual steps involved with in-house service. Users can chain together work from one work order to another, facilitating the rollup of cost and revenue involved with complex assemblies and their related sub-assemblies. This feature is key for completion centers and back shops as the system removes the need for administrative personnel to track the rollup of components and assemblies manually to the originating airframe. Additionally, each service being performed in-house (or by a vendor) can be automatically converted into an exchange sale with the click of a button.
Training & Qualifications Module Improvements – The Training & Qualifications module gained simpler employee experience tracking, as well as improved course status tracking for multiple employees.
CAMP Integration Enhancements – Corridor’s integration with CAMP now provides a “Findings” tab, full download of related tasks with enhanced visibility of their nested structure, and additional User Interface improvements.
StockMarket.aero Integration – Now accessible from Corridor’s Inventory and Part Procurement modules, StockMarket.aero is a real-time part trading environment. Through the new integration in V11.4, Corridor users are provided visibility of a specific part’s current availability and direct access to the site to investigate further and contact vendor or manufacturer matches.
The premier annual conference and exhibition for the international avionics community, Aviation Electronics Europe, has launched the preliminary conference programme which addresses discussions on the latest challenges facing the industry.
Aviation Electronics Europe will take place on 25th-26th April 2017 in Munich, Germany, with leading international experts speaking on key industry topics including the Single European Sky and Next-Gen initiatives.
Key areas of discussion include:
– Future Avionics Mandates – the bridge between cockpit and ATM programmes
– Standards and Certification
– End to end connected aircraft challenges
– Data Comms & Cyber Security Perspectives
– Surveillance – ACAS, Space Based, Flight Tracking
– Cockpit and Avionics Functions and Innovations
The event will also include two certified training courses by Afuzion’s director of Avionics Certification, Vance Hilderman.
The two one-day courses enable avionics engineers to gain enhanced levels of specialist knowledge and will cover:
The Single European Sky and NextGen challenges continue to dominate the aerospace industry, with targets of ensuring the utilisation of technology to increase traffic, improve aircraft and control communications whilst enhancing safety in an ever increasingly busy sky.
Aviation Electronics Europe will look at the latest and future for cockpit technologies, where airlines aim to deliver the most up-to-date and efficient systems for their pilots and the safety of passengers, as well as updates on the Single European Skies initiative, which enters its third and final phase.
Adrian Broadbent, event director and owner of Aviation Electronics Europe, said, “It is always and exciting time to announce a top quality conference programme that aims to inform, educate and share valuable information and knowledge between industry peers. The Aviation Electronics Europe conference has been regularly delivering the best programme to address the latest challenges and issues facing the avionics industry.”
Astronics Test Systems has developed a new PXIe-1802 Arbitrary Waveform Generator and a new PXIe-1803 Digitizer deliver for aerospace, defense, communications, and other high-reliability applications.
“The demand for high performance PXI test instruments continues to rise both as legacy test systems are upgraded with additional functionality, and as new systems are introduced,” explained Steve Fairbanks, senior director of Product Marketing for Astronics Test Systems.
The PXIe-1802 Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG) is suitable for output frequencies of up to 125 MHz. With built-in waveforms, high signal quality, high density and modularity, the AWG delivers dual 14/16-bit waveform generator channels, bandwidths of 90-140 MHz, synchronization, and 250 μV measurement accuracy.
The PXIe-1803 is a 130/180 MS/s dual-channel digitizer is applicable for input frequencies up to 175 MHz. The company states that it delivers signal integrity, high density, and modularity. It is a dual-channel 14/16-bit digitizer configurable as separate or fully synchronized channels. Other features include waveform bandwidths of 65-175 MHz (typical), 64M of waveform memory per channel, and relative accuracy of up to 0.006%.
The Avionics & Space Testing conference has released the list of hot topics that will be discussed during the event. These include:
– Structural Testing
– Open Architecture
– Software Certification
– COTS Testing
– CNS, Flight & Radar Testing
– Inflight Measurement & Testing
The event will be staged over 25th-26th April 2017 in Munich, Germany, and co-located with Aviation Electronics Europe.
The launch of the Avionics & Space Testing conference and expo has been received with great interest from the avionics, aerospace and space testing community.
Adrian Broadbent, event director and owner of Avionics & Space Testing, said, “We are delighted to launch an Avionics & Space Testing conference programme where there is the need for developing greater discussion and collaboration on the testing and certification challenges in the avionics, aerospace and space testing industry.”
“Avionics & Space Testing is co-located with the well-established and successful Aviation Electronics Europe and provides a unique opportunity for the two closely related industry sectors to share ideas and common challenges, and develop relationships for greater cooperation,” he added.
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