July 23, 2013

D1 Pocket Panel Rebate Extended


We are excited to announce that the $130 rebate on the D1 is extended through the rest of the summer flying season! It now runs through September 30th. If you haven't made up your mind on the D1 you can still see it in action at many fly-in events throughout the summer - we think you'll agree that the D1 is A Little Attitude for Everyone!

For more details please visit our website.




July 22, 2013

Dynon Avionics Acquires Advanced Flight Systems - July 2013

DYNON AVIONICS ACQUIRES ADVANCED FLIGHT SYSTEMS

Woodinville, WA, July 22nd, 2013 - Dynon Avionics and Advanced Flight Systems (AFS) have joined forces, with the acquisition of AFS by Dynon.
Advanced Flight Systems is an innovator in avionics for experimental aircraft. Started in 1999 by founder and President Rob Hickman, AFS first offered one of the most popular engine monitoring systems available for homebuilts. This soon grew into an "aircraft monitoring system" featuring other airframe monitoring and notification systems, a full featured fuel computer, and an engine data acquisition instrument. AFS holds patents on Angle of Attack (AoA) technology and has long been a leader with AoA products. Their EFIS products have long been first to market with innovative new features.
Dynon Avionics is the leading manufacturer of avionics for experimental and light sport aircraft, with worldwide sales and distribution in over forty countries. Started in 2000 and located with design and manufacturing facilities near Seattle, Washington, Dynon has been at the center of research and development for modern avionics products. Their mission is to offer advanced products at affordable prices.
Rob Hickman commented on the acquisition, saying “I am pleased to be working with a company so committed to experimental aircraft. We have long been friendly competitors; their resources, infrastructure, and financial stability allow me to focus on the product development that I love to do. If Dynon had not been in this market, glass panel systems would still cost $20,000 to $30,000, and they will be again if the people truly dedicated to homebuilders aren’t working together.”
Robert Hamilton, President of Dynon agrees, saying “We look forward to working with AFS as collaborators. The homebuilder market has always been the incubator for advanced technologies. Keeping the true innovators working in this industry is important to us, and we have the financial resources, market presence, and company growth to be able to keep AFS going strong in this market for years to come.”
Rob Hickman and his staff will stay where they are currently located, in Canby, Oregon, and both companies will continue to operate their design, sales, marketing, and support functions separately.  Dynon will use its financial leverage and extensive manufacturing and supply chain resources to lower the cost structure for AFS.  Mr. Hamilton mentions “With our strong US manufacturing, we can help bring economies of scale to the development and production of Rob’s products.”
Founded in 2000, Dynon Avionics is the leading manufacturer of avionics for Experimental and Light Sport Aircraft. Continuing a tradition started with the introduction of their first Electronic Flight Information System “glass panel”, Dynon is committed to developing innovative and high-quality avionics integrating the newest technology as it develops at affordable prices for all pilots.

For more information about Dynon products please contact Dynon at 425.402.0433 or info@DynonAvionics.com. Visit Dynon Avionics on the Web at www.DynonAvionics.com.
For more information about Advanced Flight Systems products please contact AFS at 503.263.0037 or info@Advanced-Flight-Systems.com.  
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Acquisition FAQ
Q: Why is Dynon acquiring AFS?
A: To use Dynon’s financial strength to keep AFS strong and vibrant in the experimental community.
Q: Are AFS and Dynon merging?
A: No. Both AFS and Dynon will continue to operate as separate companies.
Q: Will AFS be moving or consolidating with Dynon?
A: No. There are no changes in location in either company. AFS is located in Canby, Oregon, and Dynon is located in Woodinville, Washington.
Q: Will AFS be winding down their company over time?
A: No. In fact, this acquisition is explicitly designed to keep AFS products thriving in the market.
Q: Will Dynon technical support be supporting AFS products, or vice versa?
A: No.  Each company continues with their own tech support staff. Dynon staff will not provide technical support on AFS products, and vice-versa.
Q: Are there going to be changes in personnel, especially at AFS? Is Rob leaving?
A: No. There are no changes in personnel. Rob will continue to run AFS and will be busier than ever.
Q: Will Dynon Sales and Marketing be promoting AFS products, or vice versa?
A: No.  Each company will continue their own sales and marketing programs.
Q: Will Dynon manufacture AFS products?
A: Dynon intends to help manufacture some of the AFS products, although the details of which products and when are not yet decided.  Regardless, AFS products will still be theirs, and their delivery, support, and warranty policies will continue as before.
Q: Will AFS and Dynon products be combined?
A:  No.  AFS will continue their product line and Dynon will continue theirs for the foreseeable future. The two companies will be sharing their respective technology expertise, so that both product lines continue to improve. AFS will continue to source some product modules from Dynon, like the transponder, with more to follow.
Q: What about the previously-announced collaboration between AFS and TruTrak?
A: AFS will continue to support TruTrak autopilots. However, a joint ATS venture will not be moving forward.
Q: Which product should I buy, AFS or Dynon?
A: What is important is you still have a choice of the two best product lines on the market, from companies that are truly dedicated to the experimental market.

Dynon Avionics Acquires Advanced Flight Systems

We have some big news to share today: Two of the biggest names in experimental and light sport avionics are combining forces, with the acquisition of AFS by Dynon.

Robert Hamilton, President of Dynon commented, “We look forward to working with AFS as collaborators. The homebuilder market has always been the incubator for advanced technologies. Keeping the true innovators working in this industry is important to us, and we have the financial resources, market presence, and company growth to be able to keep AFS going strong in this market for years to come.”

Advanced Flight Systems is an innovator in avionics for experimental aircraft. Started in 1999 by founder and President Rob Hickman, AFS first offered one of the most popular engine monitoring systems available for homebuilts. Their EFIS products have long been first to market with innovative new features.

Rob Hickman commented on the acquisition, saying “I am pleased to be working with a company so committed to experimental aircraft. We have long been friendly competitors; their resources, infrastructure, and financial stability allow me to focus on the product development that I love to do. If Dynon had not been in this market, glass panel systems would still cost $20,000 to $30,000, and they will be again if the people truly dedicated to homebuilders aren’t working together.”

Dynon Avionics is the leading manufacturer of avionics for experimental and light sport aircraft, with worldwide sales and distribution in over forty countries. Our mission is to offer advanced products at affordable prices.

Read more about Dynon's acquisition of Advanced Flight systems here.


July 12, 2013

5.5 Firmware Update for D10/D100 Series Products

We've just released firmware version 5.5 for the Dynon EFIS-D10A, EMS-D10, EFIS-D100, EMS-D120, and FlightDEK-D180. Firmware for the EFIS-D6 and EFIS-D60 is unchanged and is not affected by this release.

5.5 contains a few small fixes but does not add any new features to the D10/D100 series of products. The fixes include:

EFIS fixes:

Fixed: Autopilot NAVSRC lost messages which caused the autopilot to drop down from NAV to TRK or HDG mode.

Fixed: Autopilot altitude hold that was offset by tens of feet from the desired target. Existing altitude offsets may take a few minutes of straight/level AP flight to self-calibrate out.

Improved: Autopilot tolerance of EFIS installations that contain higher than ideal vibration levels.

EMS fixes:

Improved: Rotax oil temperature fluctuations smoothed out (sensor type 4).


RV-12 customers with D180/D100 products will need a Vans-provided update file that allows their products to upgrade to 5.5. Dynon is currently working with Vans to make those files available as soon as possible.

The 5.5 version of the Dynon Support program, which includes the update, can be downloaded here.