OSHKOSH, Wis., July 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- BendixKing, a
business unit of Honeywell (NYSE: HON), is launching a new
cockpit retrofit, modification and upgrade (RMU) program for over
6,000 Cessna single-engine piston aircraft. The affordable and
flexible program replaces legacy avionics with advanced upgrades to
help Cessna operators modernize their aircraft.
Cessna has over 6,000 single-engine piston aircraft equipped
with BendixKing avionics. These aircraft and many others in
Cessna's pilot training and recreation line can have their life
extended through BendixKing's new upgrade offerings. These include
AeroVue™ Touch, which is a primary flight display with a
high-definition touchscreen that improves safety and reduces pilot
workload by consolidating all essential flight information onto one
screen and making all critical functions accessible with one or two
touches. Cessna operators can also upgrade with AeroNav, a
multifunction touchscreen navigator that improves flight
efficiency, and AeroPoint 200, a powerful engine analyzer and
display that optimizes performance and includes Automatic Dependent
Surveillance-Broadcast compliant solutions.
"BendixKing strives to provide advanced cockpit upgrades that
operators can easily install to improve performance of their
current aircraft," said Gregg Cohen,
president, BendixKing. "This program gives Cessna pilots access to
affordable technology that has the features and functionality of
much larger aircraft. By upgrading to our latest cockpit solutions,
operators can modernize and increase the longevity of their
aircraft."
The program offers options for either a full RMU or a subset
RMU, giving customers options to upgrade anything from single
products to their entire aircraft panel.
Additional benefits of BendixKing's cockpit upgrades
Cessna operators will be able to improve safety, and streamline
and simplify the flight process, with the following solutions:
- AeroVue Touch: A low-cost display that offers powerful
and intuitive touchscreen capabilities and a near-4K resolution —
the highest available in the general aviation segment. The display
lets pilots seamlessly upload flight information via Wi-Fi and
includes advanced technologies like Honeywell's
SmartView® synthetic vision system, 2-D and 3-D moving
maps, visual flight rules sectional charts, and instrument flight
rules high- and low-altitude charts.
- AeroNav: This multifunction touchscreen navigator
provides two ways for pilots to access flight control functions: a
highly advanced touchscreen or knobs and buttons for screen access
during turbulence. This lessens head-down time an average of over
60% by reducing button pushes and knob twists. AeroNav's Wide Area
Augmentation System-enabled flight management system is intuitive
and easy to use, allowing pilots to make flight plans in the
aircraft and offline. It also has weather, traffic and terrain
monitoring capabilities that improve flight safety and
efficiency.
- AeroPoint 200: An advanced and accurate display system
that allows pilots to monitor, maintain and optimize their engine
to improve performance. Acting as an on-board engineer, the system
displays critical information for a variety of engines and alerts
operators of issues. This primary engine display is a replacement
for older, electromechanical displays.
To learn more about this program and see BendixKing's latest
cockpit upgrade offerings, stop by the BendixKing Pavilion near
Exhibit Hangar B during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019.
Note to Editors:
The full RMU package option includes two AeroVue Touch systems,
an AeroNav 900, an AeroNav 800, an audio panel, a remote
transponder, the KI 300 and an engine display.
Subset RMUs can include — but are not limited to — a single
AeroVue Touch display, AeroNav, AeroPoint, AeroCruze 100, etc.
About BendixKing
BendixKing is committed to the creation of innovative, reliable,
intuitive avionics for the general aviation pilot. When you choose
to fly with BendixKing you can be confident that the products you
depend on today will serve you well into the future. Like us on
Facebook and follow us on Twitter at @BendixKing.
About Honeywell
Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on virtually
every commercial, defense and space aircraft. The Aerospace
business unit builds aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin
electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components
and more. Its hardware and software solutions create more
fuel-efficient aircraft, more direct and on-time flights and safer
skies and airports. For more information, visit www.honeywell.com
or follow us at @Honeywell_Aero.
Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology
company that delivers industry specific solutions that include
aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings
and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies
help everything from aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants,
supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world
smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and
information on Honeywell, please visit
www.honeywell.com/newsroom.
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