Over the past year, Bragg Avionics has been doing business with Tomlinson Aviation in Ormond Beach, FL. which is a full service helicopter facility. After many trips working on helicopters and planes for Tomlinson, we've agreed to provide service on site at Tomlinson on a regular basis and possibly open a satellite office as the need demands. If you are interested in having your airplane or helicopter serviced in Ormond Beach contact us for available dates.
Factory Sales, Rebates and Trade-Ins
Sales Garmin GPSMAP495/496 - Garmin has reduced the price of the GPSMAP495 to $1299 and the GPSMAP496 to $1999.
Garmin GPSMAP695/696 - Garmin has reduced the price of the GPSMAP695 to $2399 and the GPSMAP696 to $2999.
Garmin GDL69/69A - Garmin is offering newly overhauled GDL69/69A units for 50% off the regular price. Overhauled units are offered on an in stock basis only, so call today, before they run out!
Rebates Avidyne Instant Rebate - Avidyne is offering an instant rebate to all those considering buying any new Avidyne EXP5000, EX5000, EX600, TWX, TAS, MLB, MLX, MHD, and R9 products. To take advantage of this instant rebate, you must fill out the form on Avidyne's website prior to making the order with us and the products must ship on or before March 31, 2010.
Buy 1 Avidyne unit, get a $500 instant rebate! Buy 2 different Avidyne units, get a $1,500 instant rebate! Buy 3 different Avidyne units, get a $3,000 instant rebate! Buy 4 different Avidyne units, get a $5,000 instant rebate!
Trade-Ins Garmin is offering a trade in program for the Garmin MX20 or non-Garmin MFDs for up to $5,000 off purchase of Garmin GMX200 models.
Discontinuation of Garmin GPSMAP296/396, New Aera Series Portables
Garmin has announced the discontinuation of the GPSMAP 296/396 and addition of the new Aera Series, which features road to runway touch screen mapping, satellite weather and a crisp 4.3inch display, which will replace the 296/396. The Aera Series became available for shipping November 18th. The Series has the 500, 510, 550 and 560 models.
Currently there are over 50,000 vertical guidance approaches in service across the United States. Not only does WAAS bring GPS (glideslope) access to scores of smaller GA airports, but it's also a great backup overlay for existing ILS procedures.
For customers interested in a new WAAS System or upgrading your existing system, here are the approximate costs and down time estimated for obtaining WAAS.
New Installations: Garmin 430W Installed Price $11,500 / 2 weeks down time. Garmin 530W Installed Price $16,500 / 2-3 weeks down time.
WAAS Upgrade- Unit: Garmin 430 & 530 shipped to factory for upgrade $2,995 per unit.
WAAS Upgrade- Aircraft: Install new antenna and coax as necessary, prepare new FAA 337, Flight Manual Supplement, STC, Continued Airworthiness Instructions, Configuration Records, Weight and Balance and Log Book Entry- $1,000. A WAAS annunciator is an additional $550, if required.
Upgraded units will be at the factory for a minimum of 3 days and are by appointment only. Upgrade procedure on aircraft is up to 3 days after GPS returns from Garmin. Down time depends on airframe, coax, equipment interfaced and final check out. Pressurized aircraft may take longer with additional cost.
We have successfully completed numerous WAAS Upgrades and new installations. Our customers are happy with the results. If your are interested in an upgrade, please contact Mike Bragg to schedule your upgrade with Garmin. If you are interested in a new installation, we will need to see your aircraft or pictures of your panel to determine your specific needs. All installations and wiring harnesses are custom fabricated for your particular aircraft needs.
GPSS Roll Steering
Consider adding GPSS roll steering converter to your existing autopilot system to further enhance your approach capabilities. There are several converters now available for most systems.
To review products available see the descriptions below. STEC DAC- GDC31 Roll Steering Converter -This autopilot accessory is designed to receive RS232 or RS422 serial data from a GPS Navigation System, producing both an analog Roll Sum Steering (RSS) signal and ARINC 429 labels "bank angle command" and "ground speed". The RSS analog output drives the heading channel of the aircraft's existing autopilot, and the ARINC 429 output can drive digital autopilots or converters.
Prices reflected are subject to change without notice, installed prices may vary. Contact us for a consultation.
Bragg Avionics, Inc. ● 855 St. N. St. Johns Bluff Rd. ● Jacksonville, FL 32225 Phone (904) 564-1717 ● Fax (904) 564-1718 ● 1-877-564-1717 ● braggave@bellsouth.net
