FreeFlight Systems announced that its TERRAIN Series radar altimeters, designed to mitigate 5G interference, have completed the first round of formal testing with exceptional results, further proving that its design can coexist with C Band 5G networks. FreeFlight Systems also launched the RA-4500 Mark II (MK II) radar altimeter as an upgrade path for FreeFlight Systems RA-4000 and RA-4500 customers. The RA-4500 MK II upgrades existing RA-4000 and RA-4500 installation with a 5G mitigation solution.

Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Inc. company, announced its new Genesys Control Panel for its current Genesys Digital Radio product line. The company also has started development of the fourth axis on the HeliSAS Autopilot and Stability Augmentation System, which brings Hover & Hold functionality as well as collective control to the HeliSAS product line. Genesys Aerosystems, with support from Metro Aviation, achieved FAA approval for the use of the Genesys HeliSAS autopilot configuration on the EC145e aircraft.

Carlisle Interconnect Technologies launched the Adjustable Keeper with Mounting Block as an upgrade to its NAS1637 Adjustable Keeper.

SKYTRAC Systems announced that Heli-SGI, an Indonesia-based company providing rotary and fixed-wing aviation services to the mining, tourism, and VIP sectors, will utilize SKYTRAC's Iridium Satcom terminals to enable mission-critical capabilities onboard its Bell 212 and Bell 412 helicopters. Also, Eclipse Global Connectivity and SKYTRAC Systems are teaming up to deliver Iridium Certus and legacy Iridium hardware and services to defense and civilian aircraft operators. 

KADEX Aero Supply has chosen PWI in Wichita, Kansas, to be a worldwide, in-stock distributor for the KADEX LED Wing Tip Light Assembly. KADEX’s LED Wing Tip Light Assembly is STC approved and designed for the Beechcraft King Air 350 aircraft.

Shadin Avionics will introduce the Embedded Control System Platform at the AEA Convention. Developed in partnership with ECE, the platform is a ruggedized, certified, and tested modular control system which can be off-the-shelf or customizable to meet project needs.

Duncan Aviation's engineering/certification and avionics installation teams in Battle Creek, Michigan, recently worked with Honeywell Aerospace, Turbojet Engineering, and Beck’s Hybrid to develop an STC to add Synthetic Vision System to a Honeywell flight deck on a Learjet 45 series aircraft. Duncan Aviation also announced a new four-part video series where Regional Avionics Sales Representative Michael Kussatz walks viewers through the complete process of installing the Garmin G5000 flight deck into a Citation Excel/XLS. Jesse Titterington has accepted the position of production manager of avionics install at the company’s facility in Provo, Utah.

West Star Aviation has been acquired by The Sterling Group, an operationally-focused middle market private equity firm from the previous investor Norwest Equity Partners, a leading middle market investment firm. It also promoted Jeff Yeager to landing gear senior team lead at the Grand Junction, Colorado, facility. Darin Perryman was named accessories and landing gear program manager.

Garmin received FAA STC for the GFC 600 autopilot in the Cessna 310R1. Additionally, Smart Rudder Bias is now certified for Cessna 310R aircraft equipped with the GFC 600 autopilot, further growing the list of compatible aircraft to offer this safety-enhancing technology. Garmin also announced an FAA STC for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in Part 27 VFR helicopters is expected to be completed in March.

Astronics Corp. achieved fourth-quarter sales of $116.1 million and full-year sales of $444.9 million for 2021.

Carolina GSE announced a new manufacturing partnership with Barry Mounts (Hutchinson Aerospace). Carolina GSE will now stock and distribute a wide variety of aircraft engine mounts to solve aircraft shock, vibration and noise challenges.

uAvionix and CubePilot announced a partnership to allow the extensive CubePilot reseller network to sell the full George Autopilot Ecosystem and George integration kits for UAS directly to end-users. Also, uAvionix announced the Trade-Up to tailBeaconX Program for aircraft owners desiring to upgrade to a space-based Mode S 1090ES ADS-B transponder for mandate compliance and operating flights in 1090 MHz airspace. 

Aero Dynamix announced another aircraft model and STC added to its list of NVG certifications. The FAA issued STC# SR09926AC to ADI for the Sikorsky S-92 Night Vision Compatible Lighting System, which is comprised of internal avionics modifications and newly manufactured ELPs.

StandardAero signed a volume purchase agreement with Gogo for delivery of AVANCE L3 and L5 systems in March, opening up more availability for operators seeking installations. StandardAero also unveiled the industry’s first 4-axis autopilot available for retrofit on AS350 helicopters.

West Coast Aircraft Maintenance was presented the FAA's Gold Award of Excellence for participating in the FAA's aviation maintenance technician awards program.

VIH Aerospace received EASA and FAA approval for its H135 Left-Hand Vertical (Bubble) Reference Window.

Gogo Business Aviation’s AVANCE L3 connectivity system is being installed by PlaneSense Inc. across its fleet of Pilatus PC-12s. Gogo Business Aviation also received STC and PMA from the FAA for its 5G aircraft antenna.

Metro Aviation is partnering with Outerlink Global Solutions to provide another tool to address causes of fatal aviation accidents with the introduction of a first-of-its-kind onboard weather sensor system. The company is also celebrating its 40th year in business and delivered the first of two new EC145e aircraft to Flight For Life.

Outerlink Global Solutions announced the launch of the AXIS Command and Control platform, which will serve as a replacement for the Outerlink Console v2.4 with new feature enhancements, efficient dashboard tiles, online tutorials, and in-browser voice and text messaging. Also, Outerlink introduced a true broadband connection for helicopters in the form of a new product, Air IP. 

Appareo’s recently-certified AIRS-400 4K Ultra HD flight data recorder was chosen by Phoenix Heli-Flight with plans to upgrade the Flight Data Monitoring systems on its fleet of Airbus Helicopters aircraft.

Astronautics Corporation of America is relocating its manufacturing operations and FAA repair station from Milwaukee into a newly renovated, state-of-the-art, 80,000-square-foot facility in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. It also announced the launch of its AeroSync Mission (AEC115) connectivity solution and branding of its AeroSync connectivity product line.

Jet Aviation Australia sold five Bell 407GXi helicopters to Nautilus Aviation. As Bell’s independent representative for Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia, Jet Aviation Australia has also been commissioned to customize the five helicopters. Staggered redelivery will commence in late 2022. 

Blackhawk Aerospace signed a letter of intent to acquire controlling ownership of Recoil Aerospace, LLC, a designer and manufacturer of lightweight, carbon fiber composite wildland fire suppression tanks, aircraft aerostructures, and ballistically tolerant auxiliary fuel tanks for helicopters. This agreement allows Blackhawk to diversify into a growing marketplace while lending its manufacturing experience and capabilities to expand the market for Recoil’s products. 

Thoroughbred Aviation announced that Lee Brewster has joined the company as vice president effective March 1, 2022.

Texas Aerospace Technologies appointed Mike Opheim director of sales for the U.S. and Canada.

ALTO Aviation is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022.

Precision Support Services has taken delivery of the 295th Guimbal Cabri G2 and plans to hand over the key fob to the new PNW private customer at HELI-EXPO.