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ADS-B Out is a technology mandated by the FAA and other Civil Aviation Authorities worldwide to improve airspace safety and efficiency. It broadcasts an aircraft’s GPS position, altitude, velocity, and identification to ground stations and other equipped aircraft. In the U.S., ADS-B Out is required for operations in Class A, B, and C airspaces, within the Mode C veil around Class B airports, and above 10,000 feet MSL. Similar mandates exist internationally, including in Canada, the UK, Australia, and the EU, to enhance situational awareness and enable advanced air traffic management.

Upgrading to ADS-B Out ensures compliance with FAA and international regulations while providing enhanced situational awareness for air traffic controllers and other pilots. It also unlocks benefits such as receiving TIS-B (Traffic Information Service-Broadcast) data, enabling better traffic awareness. Additionally, ADS-B Out-equipped aircraft can access services like priority routing in certain airspaces, making it a valuable upgrade for any pilot.

• skyBeacon: Replaces a wingtip navigation light with an integrated ADS-B Out transponder and WAAS GPS. Ideal for simple installations.
• tailBeacon: Installs as a tail position light and provides similar functionality to skyBeacon, with integrated ADS-B Out and WAAS GPS.
• tailBeaconX: Adds 1090 MHz Mode S/ES transponder functionality, meeting the more advanced performance requirements for space-based international ADS-B compliance. It is particularly suited for airspaces requiring transponder-based ADS-B Out.

The tailBeaconX AV-30 bundle combines a Mode S ADS-B Out transponder with the AV-30 EFIS, creating an all-in-one solution for compliance and cockpit modernization. The AV-30 functions as both a primary flight display and an ADS-B control head, eliminating the need for separate components. This reduces installation complexity while delivering compliance, improved situational awareness, and a modernized cockpit experience.

In the U.S., ADS-B Out is mandatory in Class A, B, and C airspaces, above 10,000 feet MSL (excluding areas below 2,500 feet AGL), within 30 nautical miles of Class B primary airports (the Mode C veil), and in certain Class E airspaces over the Gulf of Mexico. Internationally, mandates vary: in Canada, ADS-B Out is required in certain transponder-mandated airspaces; in the UK, by 2025, ADS-B Out will be required for certain operations; and similar regulations apply in the EU and Australia. The tailBeaconX meets space-based ADS-B performance requirements, including Canada, UK, and more.

Yes, ADS-B Out systems require a certified GPS position source, typically WAAS-enabled, to meet FAA and international standards. uAvionix products like the skyBeacon and tailBeacon include an integrated WAAS GPS, simplifying installation and ensuring compliance without needing additional components. This GPS provides accurate position data for transmission to ADS-B ground stations and other aircraft.

uAvionix products like the skyBeacon, tailBeacon, and tailBeaconX are designed for simplicity, making it easier to achieve ADS-B Out compliance. These solutions integrate an ADS-B Out transponder, WAAS GPS, and LED position or strobe lights into a single device that replaces existing wingtips or tail lights. They are certified for use in the U.S. and internationally, including approval under Canada’s Nav CANADA system, the UK’s CAA, and Australia’s CASA.

Yes, ADS-B Out is required for experimental and light-sport aircraft operating in ADS-B rule airspaces, such as Class A, B, and C, and within the Mode C veil. uAvionix products like the tailBeaconX are popular among experimental and LSA owners due to their ease of installation and lightweight design, making compliance simple and cost-effective.

After installation, you can verify compliance using the FAA’s Public ADS-B Performance Report (PAPR) tool. This free service evaluates the performance of your ADS-B system during a flight and identifies any configuration or operational issues. uAvionix products are designed to meet FAA TSO standards, ensuring compliance when installed and configured correctly.