Mayday Avionics Inc.

Please join us for a seminar conducted by Dr. David A. Strahle focusing on Datalink NEXRAD Weather Radar.  This presentation deals with the understanding and interpretation of in-flight NEXRAD radar images including several examples of their precision.

An avid pilot, Dr. Strahle has a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Technology, earned his commercial pilot's license, instrument rating; basic, advanced, and instrument ground instructor's license; flight instructor's license, instrument flight instructor's license, and his ratings include multi-engine and sea plane.

In 1969 he wrote a research paper describing the far reaching benefits of transmitting weather to airborne aircraft including the initial steps of implementation.  His paper won first place at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics research forum and his ideas were eventually published in Aero and Pilot magazines.

Throughout the past 40 years, Dr. Strahle has continued to privately support and nurture the datalink programs and formats including presentations on the proper use of datalink NEXRAD weather.  Referred to as the "Godfather of Datalink", Dr. Strahle has conducted presentation for the Great Lakes International Aviation Conference, AOPA, NBAA, and the Flying Physicians Association.

Time:     6:30-9 pm

Date:     9-29-10

Where:

Mayday Avionics, Inc.

5500 44^th St SE Bldg # 403

Grand Rapids, MI 49512

Glass Cockpit Rebate

Save up to $6,000 on Glass Cockpit Avionics

Purchase a new Garmin G600 or G500 Flight Display System and receive up to $6,000 in rebates on other popular Garmin products.  Systems in this promotion include:  the GNS 400W/500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation Systems, GDL 69/69A XM Satellite Radio/Weather Datalink Systems, GTX 330 Transponder, ChartView, and more.  To take advantage of this offer, purchase qualifying units between 04/01/10 and 06/30/10.  Rebate forms must be postmarked no later than 07/31/10.

Fly-in Season Traffic Rebate

Save up to $1,250 on the GTS Family of Products

Purchase a GTS Traffic System between April 1, 2010 and June 30, 2010 and receive cash back!  GTS 800 ($750), GTS 820 ($1000), and GTS 850 ($1,250).  Rebate forms must be postmarked no later than July 31, 2010.

                            Bose Spring 2010 Aviation

Headset X Promotion

Save $150 when purchasing a Bose Series X Headset!  Offer valid from Thursday, April 1, 2010 through Monday, May 31, 2010.  Offer not to be combined with other offers or applied to a previous purchase.  Purchase must be made from a Bose authorized reseller to qualify.

 Choose an Aspen Evolution Package and pocket big savings.  Purchase the Aspen package that fits your needs between April 8, 2010 and June 30, 2010 and receive up to $3,000 in rebates.  Rebates must be postmarked no later than July 31, 2010.

Take advantage of savings on any combination of Avidyne products.  Buy 1 Avidyne unit, get a $350 rebate; Buy 2 different Avidyne units, get a $1,000 rebate; Buy 3 different Avidyne units, get a $3,000 rebate; Buy 4 different Avidyne units, get a $5,000 rebate.

This offer is valid through 6-30-10 and cannot be combined with any other offers.  Units included in this promotion are: EX600 MFD, MLB700 Broadcast Weather Datalink Receiver, TAS 600 Traffic System Series, TWX670 Tactical Weather Detection System, and many more.

Avidyne EX600 Multi-Function Display (MFD) Receives AML-STC Certification.  Avidyne has announced they have received FAA Approved Model List - Supplemental Type Certificate (AML-STC) approval for the EX600 MFD. 

The EX600 is a full function MFD that is designed to enhance situational awareness and safety for pilots.  The EX600 incorporates an all-new 5.8-inch 640x480 pixel, high resolution display and innovative new Map Panning keys and their exclusive QuickPan function.  QuickPan allows the pilot to quickly toggle between the present position and a panned-to position, such as, Destination airport with a single button push.  Also, all EX600 include CMax^TM, providing a world-wide library of geo-referenced approach charts and airport diagrams.

The EX600 keeps you connected with the complete weather picture, allowing you to view datalink graphical weather information that is seamlessly integrated with your moving map. Lightning, traffic, and terrain display.  In addition, the EX600 is able to interface to 19 different on-board weather radar systems and overlay the weather radar data on the base map.

As an added incentive, Avidyne has announced a trade-in program for old radar indicators and MFD's toward the purchase of a new EX600.  In addition, existing radar-capable EX500 owners can upgrade to an EX600 at reduced pricing.  Please contact us for additional information.

Garmin announces that it has been granted an approved model list supplemental type certificate (AML-STC) for the GTS Series TAS and TCAS I traffic systems, the GTS 800, GTS 820, and GTS 850.

The GTS 800 traffic series combines active and passive surveillance data to pinpoint specific traffic threats.  Each model creates a 360-degree zone of detection around the aircraft to allow pilots the ability to see and identify targets in their airspace that may pose a collision hazard.  All GTS series products include Garmin's new "CLEAR CAS" (Correlated Location Enhanced ADS-B Receiver Collision Avoidance System) technology, a hybrid system that provides real-time information that is totally independent of radar-based air traffic control.

The GTS traffic series has been designed to be compatible with the NextGen system.  It can track up to 60 targets at a time, identify the flight path of specific aircraft, and give spoken audio alerts in an ATC-like format so that pilots are able to react immediately to their surrounding traffic situation.  Systems are now available for delivery. 

Bob Weber Earns Michigan Avionics Technician of the Year Award!  Bob was recognized by the FAA Safety Team (FAAST) for his significant contributions to aviation safety.  Bob received the Michigan Avionics Technician of the Year Award at the 2010 Great Lakes International Aviation Conference in Novi, Michigan.

This award is part of the broader General Aviation Awards program managed by the FAAST and aviation industry organizations.  The program's goal is to identify individuals on the local, regional, and national levels as CFI of the Year, AMT of the year, Avionics Technician of the Year, and FAA Safety Team Representative of the Year.

 Welcome Home Daryl.  We would like to welcome back Daryl Favreau to our service department.  Daryl has been on a 12-month tour of duty with a detachment from the Michigan Army National Guard in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.  His unit departed Michigan in February 2009 and while in country, maintained and serviced UH-60 Blackhawks, CH-47 Chinooks, and AH-64 Apaches.