AEA's New CAET Certification

Bringing avionics technician training and recognition into the 21st century

The CAET is a knowledge-based certification for entry-level technicians, and earning the credential serves as the foundation for a series of stackable certifications, which will eventually include the CAET Advanced and CAET Pro. These certifications will require more in-depth knowledge and skill requirements, as well as a practical test. The successful completion of a CAET certification requires passing a written exam that must be taken online through the Unmanned Safety Institute.

As AEA President and CEO Mike Adamson stated during the CAET’s introduction on March 18, “The AEA is committed to supporting the growth and development of the aircraft electronics industry by providing high-quality training and certification programs. The launch of the CAET program is a significant step toward addressing the workforce shortage and ensuring the continued safety and efficiency of business and general aviation." More...

Attend an AEA Regional and Your CAET Exam is On Us!

Ready to take the next step in your career? Attend any one of AEA’s Regional Meetings where we'll equip you with the knowledge and resources you need to advance in the aircraft electronics field.

As a special thank you for attending, you'll receive a free promotion code to take the AEA’s Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) exam at no cost. This is a limited-time offer, and your exam must be completed before the end of 2025. More...

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Delegates Session Set for AEA Regionals in Calgary and Wichita

The AEA Delegate program is growing, and after three successful Delegates Conferences at the last three conventions, we’re expanding the concept to our Regionals in Wichita and Calgary. We plan to request a level of acceptance for this training from the FAA and TCCA so that, just like the rest of AEA’s training, this session will count toward your recurrency requirements. This is an important next step in developing the support and resources for anyone involved in aircraft certification and delegations.

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Webinar: Decoding OBBA

Key compliance requirements for employers

Marsh McClennan’s compliance team is hosting a one-hour webinar on Aug. 21 beginning at 2 p.m. Eastern time on the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and its impact on health care. If you handle employee benefits, compliance, or HR strategy, this webinar can help you focus on what matters most. To secure your spot, register now.

AEA Canada Regional Begins September 11 in Calgary

Investing in your avionics technicians' knowledge and skills is crucial for the success and compliance of your business. The AEA is bringing together approved maintenance organizations, manufacturers, regulators, and educators for a powerful two-day conference designed to directly benefit your bottom line. Imagine your technicians returning equipped with the latest industry best practices, ensuring higher quality service and increased customer satisfaction.

The AEA Canada Regional takes place in Calgary, Alberta, Sept. 11-12, at the Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to invest in you, your team and your business's future. Sign up today...

Gogo announced that the first FAA STC for a fuselage-mount installation of the Gogo Galileo HDX antenna has been approved. The STC has been awarded to Trimec Aviation following installation on a Gulfstream G200 aircraft.

GoAeroMx announced the successful installation of the Innovative Solutions and Support (IS&S) Engine Indicating and Crew Alerting System add-on to the Flat Panel Display System on a Boeing 767-300 series aircraft.

Elliott Aviation announced the start of a Starlink in-flight connectivity installation on a Gulfstream G450 at its facility in Atlanta, and installation on a Challenger 300 at its headquarters in Moline, Illinois. It also completed the fifth installation of the Garmin G600 TXi flight display system paired with the GFC 600 digital autopilot in Citation CJ series aircraft. Elliott Aviation also has partnered with Prizm Aircraft Lighting to unveil a new product innovation: the Starlight Cabin Headliner.

Garmin announced FAA supplemental type certification for the Cessna Citation CJ1.

Daedalean was acquired by Destinus in a combined cash-and-stock transaction. The

acquisition is expected to close by the end of 2025.

Southeast Aerospace announced the addition of Brett Braddock to its team.

Astronics Corp. announced that second-quarter sales increased 3.3% to $204.7 million driven by aerospace growth of 9.4% to a record $193.6 million.

Acron Aviation signed an educational service agreement with the United States Air Force to deliver initial pilot training for Air Force officers selected for undergraduate pilot training.

Prostar Aviation completed the installation of the Starlink in-flight connectivity system on NASA’s Gulfstream G5 aircraft.

SkyWire Studio

Wire diagrams created in a snap

With SkyWire Studio, small avionics shops now have access to affordable, easy-to-use, professional wire diagramming software. Kobbe Farwick, an engineer and former avionics technician, designed the cloud-based wiring diagram and interconnect drafting solution to help technicians and homebuilders quickly streamline the planning and installation of avionics.

Farwick included a host of timesaving features, including intuitive controls, automated tasks, templating and common nomenclature. Standard electrical symbols snap into place and are connectable between units and other smart connections. More...

Universal Avionics Tackles Taxiway Confusion

Universal Avionics announced at the 2025 AEA International Convention & Trade Show in Phoenix that it is working on an AI-powered Taxi Assist application that can convert a controller’s verbal instructions into text, then verify and display the route to guide pilots.

“The idea was to harness the power of AI (artificial intelligence) to convert speech to text and turn ATC instructions into something that can be written down,” said Tom Smith, a senior avionics systems integration engineer at Universal Avionics. Accuracy must be nearly perfect. More...

Give Your Business the Edge

Attend an AEA Regional near you

Investing in your avionics technicians' knowledge and skills is crucial for the success and compliance of your business. Starting in September, the Aircraft Electronics Association is bringing together approved maintenance organizations, manufacturers, regulators, and educators for a powerful two-day conference designed to directly benefit your bottom line. Imagine your technicians returning equipped with the latest industry best practices, ensuring higher quality service and increased customer satisfaction.

Each AEA Regional offers a unique opportunity to:

• Elevate your team's expertise: Learn cutting-edge technical skills and industry best practices to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Build valuable connections: Network with regional sales and product support representatives to gain insights and find solutions tailored to your needs.
• Stay compliant effortlessly: Satisfy crucial training requirements and receive the latest updates on regulations impacting your business, ensuring you're always ahead of the curve.
• Discover innovative solutions: Explore the exhibit hall showcasing the newest products and services that can streamline your operations and give you a competitive edge.

Don't miss this valuable opportunity to invest in you, your team and your business's future. Sign up now...

Featured Jobs: Look Who's Hiring

For individuals interested in pursuing professional opportunities in the avionics industry, the AEA jobs board is your one-stop resource. Search the AEA's job listings and see what's on your horizon. Free resume posting is available for those seeking employment.

Here's a brief sampling of some of the outstanding opportunities currently listed:

• Avionics Technician at Ponderosa Avionics, More...
• Lead Avionics Technician at Huron Avionics, More...
• Aircraft Avionics Systems Installer at Southeast Aerospace, More...
• Production Assembler at GigaFlight Connectivity, More...
• Avionics Installation Technician at Green Mountain Avionics, More...
• Structural Mechanic Helicopter - Level II at Rotorcraft Support, More...

AEA West Regional

Reno, Nevada

September 4-5, 2025

Approved maintenance organizations, manufacturers, regulators and educators come together for two days of training, networking and professional development at the Grand Sierra Resort. More...

AEA Canada Regional

Calgary, Alberta

September 11-12, 2025

Imagine your technicians returning equipped with the latest industry best practices, ensuring higher quality service and increased customer satisfaction. More...

TSO Workshop

Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil

September 17-18, 2025

This international event brings together civil aviation authorities and industry representatives to exchange insights and experiences related to Technical Standard Orders. The agenda includes updates from ANAC, FAA, EASA, TCCA, and CAA UK. More...

AEA South Pacific Regional

Brisbane, Australia

October 2-3, 2025

Elevate your team's expertise: Learn cutting-edge technical skills and industry best practices to improve efficiency and service delivery. More...

NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition

Las Vegas, Nevada

October 14-16, 2025

Get up close with the newest business aircraft, climb inside advanced air mobility vehicles, meet legendary heroes of flight, witness epic announcements and where the business aviation community comes together – not just to do business, but to connect, belong and celebrate the shared passion that unites our industry. More...

AEA Central Regional

Wichita, Kansas

October 23-24, 2025

Build valuable connections: Network with regional sales and product support representatives to gain insights and find solutions tailored to your needs. More...

AEA East Regional

Orlando, Florida

November 6-7, 2025

Stay compliant effortlessly: Satisfy crucial training requirements and receive the latest updates on regulations impacting your business, ensuring you're always ahead of the curve. More...

AEA Europe Regional

Cologne, Germany

November 13-14, 2025

Discover innovative solutions: Explore the exhibit hall showcasing the newest products and services that can streamline your operations and give you a competitive edge. More...

AVX-10K & IFR6000/4000 Operations Training (5 seats remain)

August 20, 2025

In-person course; Lee's Summit, Missouri

This course is designed to provide maintenance personnel with the knowledge and skills required to operate and configure IFR6000 and IFR4000 to verify and maintain transponder, UAT, TCAS, DME, ILS, VOR, Comms and ELT. Plus, a complete review of all features and benefits of the AVX-10K Flight Line Test Set with emphasis on testing transponder (Mode S and ADS-B In/Out), UAT, TCAS and DME. Register Now...

Pitot-Static, Transponder, RVSM, and ADS-B: Testing & Inspection (1 seat remain)

August 21-22, 2025

In-person course; Lee's Summit, Missouri

Attendees will learn the proper methods for conducting pitot-static and transponder tests and inspections. This two-day course offers a regulatory review and an explanation of the proper administrative procedures for completing these critical certifications. Preparing and performing RVSM inspection tasks. ADS-B session covering installation, wiring and return to service review. Register Now...

Certified Repair Station Training (sold-out)

September 8-12, 2025

In-person course; Lee's Summit, Missouri

This weeklong course provides an interactive environment to learn, understand and implement the regulations that govern repair station design and operations. Current quality managers, technicians, mechanics, and repairmen who are involved in the management of a repair station as well as individuals looking to establish a 14 CFR Part 145 repair station should plan to attend. Learn More...

Basic Wiring and Avionics Installation (3 seats available)

September 15-17, 2025

In-person course; Lee's Summit, Missouri

This course is designed for certificated repairmen, new avionics technicians, aviation maintenance technicians and recent graduates interested in improving or acquiring the skills necessary to perform avionics installations. This three-day seminar employs in-depth theory and hands-on lab exercises to immerse the attendee in the best practices used to plan, manage and install a general aviation avionics panel. Register Now...

Safety Management System Coordinator Training (15 seats remain)

September 16, 2025

Virtual-live course

Risk management is a vital element of any successful business. Whether driven by best practices or responding to a regulatory requirement, the AEA has your solution. Leveraged by the 900-strong repair station membership, the AEA developed a proprietary SMS program designed specifically for maintenance organizations. This program is currently used on every continent. The AEA has been coordinating with the Federal Aviation Administration and Transport Canada Civil Aviation, as well as discussions with the Australian government's Civil Aviation Safety Authority and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, for future acceptance. Register Now...

Basic Pitot-Static & Transponder Theory, Testing & Troubleshooting (4 seats available)

September 18-19, 2025

In-person course; Lee's Summit, Missouri

This course is designed for entry-level avionics technicians or those looking for basic training on pitot-static and aircraft transponder systems. The two-day course covers the history and theory of operation of pitot-static instruments and transponders, as well as system setup, hands-on testing, and the troubleshooting skills necessary to perform FAR 91.411 and 91.413 checks. Register Now...

Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) Prep Course (15 seats remain)

December 4, 2025

Virtual-live course

The Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET) Prep Course is designed for aspiring and current aviation technicians seeking to earn their CAET certification. This course focuses on the fundamental knowledge required for entry-level avionics technician roles. Register Now...

Are You Hiring? List Your Openings

Is your business hiring? The AEA jobs board makes it easier for AEA members to find their next avionics technician, quality manager, inspector, sales representative or engineer.

AEA members may submit a free job posting after entering their username and password at AEA.net/Jobs. Member companies that optionally choose to upgrade their job posting for a premium will have preferred online placement and will be published in the next edition of Avionics News. For more information about premium job listings, contact Rachel Hill, AEA advertising executive, at rachelh@aea.net.

Did You Know?

ECRYPT offers AEA members more than 10 years of credit card processing experience, providing its customers with competitive rates, unparalleled customer service and the highest quality technology. More...

About the AEA



Founded in 1957, the Aircraft Electronics Association represents nearly 1,300 member companies in more than 40 countries, including approved maintenance organizations specializing in maintenance, repair and installation of aircraft electronics systems in general aviation aircraft. The AEA membership also includes manufacturers of aircraft electronics equipment, instrument repair facilities, instrument manufacturers, airframe manufacturers, test equipment manufacturers, major distributors, engineers and educational institutions.