A series of wireless aircraft interface applications was recently introduced by Pilatus Aircraft to "enhance the operational experience of PC-12 NG operators." The new Connected Flight Deck and Wireless FastLoad System is a set of four innovative iPad applications that interface with a wireless gateway system onboard the PC-12 NG.
Result Of Nearly 20 Years Of Advocacy On The Part Of The Aviation Industry
For nearly 20 years, the aviation industry has expressed to the FAA its concern over spatial limitations of circle-to-land approaches. These safety concerns have been raised by industry representatives who suggest that the amount of protected airspace allowed for aircraft maneuvering throughout a circling approach is insufficient.