Best Aircraft Electronics Association Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 57 – Meet Aspen Avionics Senior Vice President and General Manager Dan O’Donnell 19:16

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Having served on the board of directors for Aspen Avionics since 2018, the company recently appointed Dan O’Donnell as its senior vice president and general manager. O’Donnell brings more than 25 years of industry experience in avionics, operations, technology, and safety to his new leadership role. Get to know this industry veteran and learn how O…

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Ep. 56 – Demand for new business jets hits record levels 29:33

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Honeywell’s 34th annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts a record-setting number of new business jet deliveries over the next decade. According to Honeywell, 8,500 new business jets with a projected value of $283 billion – the highest in the report’s 34-year history – will be delivered over the next 10 years with an average annual growth …

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Ep. 55 – Bruce Baxter and Gordon Cox Preview AEA South Pacific Regional 29:50

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AEA members from Australia, New Zealand, and throughout the South Pacific will convene at the AEA South Pacific Regional Meeting in Brisbane, October 2-3. Bruce Baxter, AEA’s regulatory consultant for the region, shares the spotlight with Gordon Cox of Avionics 2000. Together, they offer a preview of the upcoming two-day event and offer insight int…

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Ep. 54 – How Gogo’s C1 box enables seamless transition from legacy ATG to LTE network 27:16

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The Gogo C1 Line Replaceable Unit is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for aircraft currently using the company's legacy Air-to-Ground systems to the new LTE network. Aircraft using legacy ATG systems will need to upgrade to the C1 or an AVANCE system before the LTE network launch in May 2026, to avoid losing in-flight connectivity. Tune i…

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Ep. 53 – When does your repair station need to implement a safety management system? 34:03

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The answer varies depending on where the repair station is located. Tune in as Ric Peri breaks down this frequently asked question and learn whether you need an SMS program, when you need it, and how the AEA is helping member companies in this episode of AEA Amplified.By Aircraft Electronics Association

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Ep. 52 –Texas Aerospace Technologies Vice President Brad Sutphin 38:42

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With more than 20 years of aviation experience, Brad Sutphin joined Texas Aerospace Technologies in June 2021 as its vice president to drive global sales and business development. Sutphin earned his associate degree in applied sciences of aviation from Westwood College of Aviation Technology along with an airframe and powerplant certificate. Learn …

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Ep. 51 – Meet newly elected AEA Chairman Mike Berryhill 57:50

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A senior maintenance trainer for Cirrus Aircraft, Mike Berryhill is a highly accomplished aviation professional with an illustrious career spanning 34 years marked by dedicated service, leadership roles, and a profound impact on the industry. He was recently elected to serve as the new chairman by the AEA board of directors after serving as vice ch…

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Ep. 50 – How delegates can support your certification efforts 44:54

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Over the last several years, the AEA has engaged in discussions with members and nonmembers on the need for advocacy in the delegate/aircraft certification areas. Join us for a roundtable discussion with members of the AEA delegates subcommittee to learn when you should get a delegate involved, the benefits a delegate can offer, and how the AEA pro…

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Ep. 49 – Celebrating the 20-year journey of Innovative Advantage with Greg Cornell 29:56

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Innovative Advantage’s Audio Video Distribution System (AVDS) is designed to integrate with any cabin management system, and the company has spent two decades focusing on the audio, video, and Ethernet over fiber distribution in business aircraft. IA is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year and continues to innovate, create, and fine-tune the …

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Ep. 48 – Shop Talk: How the repair station regulations support and encourage workforce development 1:05:55

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Many avionics repair stations have been successful in recruiting, hiring and training their own technicians. However, in light of the many challenges facing the industry, this episode discusses hiring challenges, rules governing training, recency of experience and documentation, training programs, and the “Moss interpretation” on supervision. Air S…

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Ep. 47 – Honeywell projects increased demand for biz jets in next 10 years 22:00

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Honeywell’s 33rd annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts up to 8,500 new business jets worth $280 billion will be delivered over the next decade, an increase in value from last year’s survey forecast. The report noted that the five-year new jet purchase plans of business aviation operators surveyed remained on par with last year’s results…

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Ep. 46 – How do pilots locate avionics shops through iFlightPlanner? 22:46

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Private pilots and corporate operators now have the added benefit of easily locating AEA member companies through iFlightPlanner. This new service will help thousands of pilots find an avionics shop in the United States through iFlightPlanner’s web-based platforms (www.iflightplanner.com/airports), including iFlightPlanner for AOPA, and mobile apps…

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Ep. 45 – Six Pack Aero makes room in the panel for modern avionics 21:25

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When Lyle Jansma began upgrading his Cessna 172 a few years ago, he did not anticipate it would evolve into a side gig helping owner-operators build instrument panels. Or that it would lead him to opening a new business, Six Pack Aero, at Bellingham International Airport. Today, the AEA provisional member manufactures the Legacy XL Stationary Panel…

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Ep. 44 – EBIS: Streamlining maintenance tasks for 25 years 44:35

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EBIS was created in 1999 to tackle unsolved challenges with running an aviation maintenance shop. With more than 300 shops adopting the company’s software, EBIS has been helping drive digital transformation in the aviation industry for 25 years. Learn how to efficiently track work orders, scheduling, inventory, warranty claims, and much more from c…

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Ep. 43 – Shop Talk: What are the recordkeeping requirements for repair stations? 1:03:14

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Maintenance isn’t done until the paperwork is completed. This “Shop Talk” investigates the recordkeeping requirements for maintenance, repair stations, and best practices to include the differences between required records for work performed for Part 135 operators versus Part 91 operators; the records that must be maintained on parts; and the best …

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Ep. 42 – Shop Talk: How to recruit staff, manage inventory, and set your rates 37:37

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What do you look for when interviewing candidates and managing millennials and Generation Z? How do you shop for consumables and bill them? And when was the last time you raised your rates and what was the response? Join us for a revealing and authentic conversation with three experienced AEA members as they share insightful tips in leading an avio…

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Ep. 41 – Shop Talk with Air Sense Avionics President Brian Yablon 32:49

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This episode discusses the installation of avionics in light general aviation aircraft with a focus on classifying the alteration, availability of installation data, and the approval requirement for radios. Brian Yablon of Air Sense Avionics, a practicing electrical engineer, founded his repair station in 2018 after a rewarding career in electrical…

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Ep. 40 – SmartSky Networks CEO Dave Helfgott 18:11

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As chief executive officer of SmartSky Networks, Dave Helfgott is responsible for the company’s strategic direction and driving the completion, launch and expansion of its broadband air-to-ground network. An industry veteran of more than 20 years, Helfgott has extensive experience in airborne communications, satellite broadband, mobile telecommunic…

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Ep. 39 – AEA Convention keynote speaker Ryan Hawk 24:05

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Ryan Hawk, who will give the keynote address at the 2024 AEA Convention in Dallas, is the host of The Learning Leader Show and has recorded more than 500 podcast episodes over the past eight years. Hawk worked in corporate America for 12 years, starting as an entry-level telephonic sales rep and worked his way to manager, director, and ultimately v…

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Ep. 38 – Bartronix founder Kevin Barton helps operators get back in the air 23:47

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When aircraft operators want to modify their systems or install new technology in older aircraft to increase safety, they turn to Kevin Barton, a certification specialist and founder of Bartronix Aerospace Services. Headquartered in Rimbey, Alberta, Canada, Bartronix provides avionics and electrical systems engineering, design and certification ser…

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Ep. 37 – Gogo Business Aviation’s Dave Salvador and the future of connectivity 34:11

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Learn about the benefits of Gogo’s network migrating to LTE combined with its AVANCE systems. Dave Salvador, aftermarket channel vice president for Gogo Business Aviation, explains why selecting the right solution is critical for everything needed today and for what is coming in 2024. Don’t miss this important update from Gogo in this episode of AE…

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Ep. 36 – Honeywell projects 8,500 new biz jet deliveries over next decade 23:24

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Honeywell’s 32nd annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts up to 8,500 new business jet deliveries worth $278 billion from 2024 to 2033. Meanwhile, fleet expansion plans have increased for the third consecutive year, and operators show a greater interest in reducing carbon emissions. Get the report’s key findings from Javier Jimenez Serrano…

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Ep. 35 – Peregrine receives FAA Organization Designation Authorization 20:01

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Peregrine, a Denver-based aircraft certification service provider with over 14 years of supplemental type certificate development experience and an AEA member company since 2009, recently received its Organization Designation Authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration. This designation allows Peregrine to develop and approve many types …

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Ep. 34 – AEIT is latest endorsement to AET certification 16:01

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The rapidly changing world of avionics installation is why ASTM’s Committee F46 on Aerospace Personnel created the new Aircraft Electronics Installation Technician standards as the latest endorsement to AET certification. The AET and its endorsements are an important element in promoting avionics technician careers and developing a workforce with a…

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Ep. 33 – Aviation Design and Supply on mission to help avionics repair stations 20:59

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Aviation Design and Supply was founded in 2023 by a team of visionary avionics professionals and electrical engineers with over 75 years of combined experience in the industry. Its mission is to revolutionize general aviation by making it easier for clients to install and maintain their avionics systems with autopilot installation hardware kits, ta…

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Ep. 32 – Introducing the Flex Digital Standby Package from Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics 34:20

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Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics and its True Blue Power division continue to introduce trusted products for the general aviation market with the Flex 2-inch digital standbys, as well as two new lithium-ion main ship batteries designed for Part 23 aircraft. First announced at the 2023 AEA International Convention & Trade Show in April, the di…

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Ep. 31 – Collins Aerospace Senior Director of Sales Talks 5G for GA 17:44

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Collins Aerospace brings repair stations in the United States up to date on its 5G resilient radar altimeters. With expected AML STC completion in the second quarter of 2023 on the ALT 1000+ and ALT 4000+, learn the latest from the company’s senior director of sales, Marc Ayala, in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a …

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Ep. 30 – Garmin introduces PlaneSync for forward-fit and retrofit applications 20:03

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At the 2023 AEA International Convention & Trade Show, Garmin introduced PlaneSync, a connected aircraft management system that simplifies aircraft ownership by automating database updates, providing real-time aircraft status, and more. Available for both forward-fit and retrofit applications, PlaneSync technology is designed to bring new levels of…

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Ep. 29 – Mike Adamson Previews 2023 AEA Convention in Orlando 23:26

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The 66th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show is the place to be for avionics training, networking, new product introductions and more. The four-day event takes place at the Gaylord Palms in Orlando, Florida, April 24-27, 2023. Avionics technicians and small-business owners will reconnect with their manufacturer and distributor represen…

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Ep. 28 – Inside the numbers: Examining the state of the industry 19:10

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The General Aviation Manufacturers Association recently unveiled the 2022 General Aviation Aircraft Shipment and Billing Report. When compared to 2021, all aircraft segments saw increases in shipments, and preliminary aircraft deliveries were valued at $26.8 billion, an increase of 6%. Take a deep dive into the data and the state of the industry wi…

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Ep. 27 – What’s the latest on the FAA’s proposed SMS rulemaking? 25:56

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The Federal Aviation Administration published a long-awaited notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on Jan. 11, 2023, that would amend the applicability of safety management systems. Noticeably absent from the proposal is Part 145 approved maintenance organizations. But what does this truly mean for AEA member companies and the aviation industry? Lea…

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Ep. 26 – ALTO Aviation celebrates 25 years of engineering customized cabin audio systems 41:07

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ALTO Aviation is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing high-end cabin audio and entertainment systems for business aviation aircraft. Now celebrating 25 years in business, the company offers a wide range of products sold to most major OEMs and installed by authorized retrofit companies. ALTO also manufactures precision sheet metal and m…

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Ep. 25 – NATA Compliance Services assists AEA members with Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program Management 14:29

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With over two decades of managing anti-drug and alcohol misuse prevention programs, NATA Compliance Services collaborates with the Aircraft Electronics Association to help member companies develop programs that provide accurate, fast and reliable solutions for a safe and compliant drug-free workplace. Acting as a third-party administrator, NATACS i…

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Ep. 24 – An in-depth look at Honeywell’s business aviation forecast 26:36

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Honeywell’s 31st annual Global Business Aviation Outlook projects up to 8,500 new business jet deliveries worth $274 billion from 2023 to 2032, which is up 15% in both deliveries and expenditures from the same 10-year forecast a year ago. Learn all the key findings from Javier Jimenez Serrano, strategy and market research manager at Honeywell Aeros…

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Ep. 23 – Forge Flightworks bolsters its avionics business by expanding into custom cabin upgrades 31:09

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Forge Flightworks CEO Mark Lee turned to automotive interiors expert Gil Vigil of Speed & Design to help the shop expand beyond the avionics business. Vigil brings his award-winning craftsmanship and experience from working on premier custom cars to the aviation industry, allowing Forge Flightworks to offer its customers a new service – premier-qua…

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Ep. 22 – Let’s talk all things avionics with Garmin’s Phil Straub 27:48

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Phil Straub, Garmin executive vice president and managing director for aviation, discusses a variety of important topics impacting the avionics industry and the company’s dealer network in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Company.By Aircraft Electronics Association

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Ep. 21 – NextOp places military veterans in avionics workforce 17:56

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The Aircraft Electronics Association is collaborating with NextOp to connect U.S. veterans and military members with career opportunities in the avionics industry. NextOp recruits, develops and places high-performing middle-enlisted (E-3 to E-7) leaders into industry careers. For qualified candidates, NextOp employment coordinators will partner wit…

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Ep. 20 – Meet Bill Hanf, founder of Green Mountain Avionics and newly elected AEA board chair 19:50

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Bill Hanf began his avionics career in the United States Marine Corps. Today, he is the owner and president of Green Mountain Avionics in Middlebury, Vermont, a company he founded in 2011. During the recent AEA Convention in New Orleans, the association’s board of directors elected Hanf as its new chairman. Learn more about Hanf’s avionics career a…

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Ep. 19 – IAE Co-owner Garry Joyce reflects on tenure as AEA chairman 24:33

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Garry Joyce recently completed a successful three-year term as chair of the AEA’s board of directors. Under his leadership, the association completed a strategic planning process to set the course for the years ahead while navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain constraints, and workforce development challenges. Joyce is the co-owner…

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Ep. 18 – AEA President Mike Adamson Previews AEA Convention in New Orleans 24:02

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The 65th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show is the place to be for avionics training, networking, new product introductions and more. The four-day event takes place at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, March 28-31, 2022. Avionics technicians and small-business owners will reconnect with their manufactur…

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Ep. 17 – VIAVI Solutions’ AVX-10K delivers multiple functions, wireless convenience 24:14

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With a history that dates back to 1923 (1968 for IFR), VIAVI Solutions’ Avionics Test group out of Wichita, Kansas, is a leader in design and manufacture of avionics test equipment. The company provides accurate, reliable and cost-effective test solutions for maintenance needs. One of the company’s latest innovations is the AVX-10K for testing navi…

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Ep. 16 – Training Tomorrow’s Technicians: Kent Career Tech Center 37:52

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Kent Career Tech Center offers aviation maintenance and electronics programs to high school students in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this episode of AEA Amplified, we visit with instructors Nick Brown and Josh Miller to learn how Kent Career Tech Center is a model program for other schools to follow in educating the next generation of avionics techni…

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Ep. 15 – Gogo 5G ready to go in 2022 36:45

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Sergio Aguirre, president of Gogo Business Aviation, has all the details on Gogo’s 5G air-to-ground network and onboard equipment in this episode of AEA Amplified. Gogo is the world’s largest provider of broadband connectivity services for the business aviation market. An AEA member company since 1992, Gogo offers a customizable suite of smart cabi…

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Ep. 14 –Industry veteran Ray Larkin offers the latest news from SKYTRAC Systems 22:41

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Based in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, SKYTRAC Systems has been a full-service data-driven solutions provider for private, business, commercial, and military aviation since 1986. Today, its systems are certified on more than 900 airframes with over 7,500 users around the globe. From performance trending and operations reporting to real-time as…

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Ep. 13 – AMI software from WBParts improves shop efficiency 17:06

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WBParts is on a mission to help avionics shops be more productive and profitable. Headquartered in Palm Bay, Florida, the company offers a free work-order software called AMI – Aircraft Maintenance & Inventory System – that helps AEA members streamline their business. Learn how AMI works and how it can enhance the bottom line for avionics shops fro…

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Ep. 12 – Avidyne unveils its Vantage Flight Display System 21:32

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Avidyne Corp. recently introduced its all-new Vantage Flight Display System. Designed for forward-fit and retrofit applications in a variety of display formats, the company’s first certification of Vantage displays will be as a retrofit for Cirrus aircraft equipped with the Entegra PFD and MFD flight deck. An AEA member company since 1995, Avidyne’…

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Ep. 11 – AEA President Mike Adamson Previews Upcoming Convention 19:56

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The 64th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show is the place to be for avionics training, networking, new product introductions and more. The four-day event takes place at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas, June 22-25, 2021. Avionics technicians and small-business owners will reconnect with their manufacturer and distributor representat…

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Ep. 10 – EAA CEO/Chairman of the Board Jack Pelton previews AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 23:59

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The countdown to AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 is in full swing, and EAA Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board Jack Pelton offers a preview into the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration. While some areas may look different at Oshkosh this year, the feeling will be the same as the aviation community reunites to celebrate flight. Tune in for a…

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Ep. 09 – EDMO earns a golden anniversary 20:22

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In 2021, EDMO Distributors is celebrating the golden anniversary of its everyday embodiment of its motto, “Quality and Excellence, Whatever it Takes,” in serving the thousands of civilian, commercial, and military avionics shops with a multitude of products and components. Named the AEA Associate Member of the Year in 2020, EDMO now stocks more tha…

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Ep. 08 – Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics unveils Flex 30:19

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An AEA member company since 1981, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics recently introduced the Flex MD23 Series that features a customizable configuration (inputs and outputs), user interface and graphics, enabling it to function as a custom display, controller and data converter. The 2-inch digital instrument can be customized to receive and dis…