Operators want to use their expensive machines (loaders, sprayers, excavators, aircraft, etc.) as much as possible, because at the end of the day, business assets are more of an asset when they’re put to work. When a fleet is distributed over a large area, knowing...
Top two security issues for connected machines
It is important for our machines to be connected. From industrial asset trackers for inexpensive off-road vehicles to satellite telemetry solutions for business jets, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are counting on embedded connectivity solutions to deliver...
Guest Blog: A Bench Tech’s Thoughts on USB Device Interference in Aircraft
A Few Thoughts on USB Device Interference in Aircraft Jim Karpowitz, Avionics Technician A few years back I attended an evening concert by a wonderful artist whose music I very much enjoy. That particular night, however, the person sitting next to me insisted on...
Mythbusting – Safety Management Systems Help Even the Safest Operators
MYTH: If you have a solid safety management system, you don't need to monitor flight data. FACT: Even the best operators can benefit from a flight data monitoring program. There is a common misconception that safety management systems and tools like flight data...
Choosing the Bluetooth That’s Right For You
Since the introduction of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) in Bluetooth 4.0, there are now four technologies used under Bluetooth 4.0 and later revisions. Although the history of naming these technologies has led to much confusion, the generally accepted names are Bluetooth...
That radio interference might be coming from your cheap USB charger
In modern vehicles, people are more dependent than ever on the presence of a phone or tablet. Most new vehicles come with some sort of USB charging port that may even include USB communication to an in-vehicle infotainment system, allowing for streaming video,...
What’s the difference between SIM and eSIM?
Connectivity technologies are confusing for people, and the industry is loaded with perplexing acronyms and buzzwords. One of the most recent areas commonly fostering misconceptions is the difference between SIMs and eSIMs. This article is going to break it down in a...
Appareo Releases New High-Power Type-A and Type-C Charging Port, Stratus Power Pro
NEWS RELEASE Appareo Releases New High-Power Type-A and Type-C Charging Port, Stratus Power Pro TSO’d and now shipping, Stratus™ Power Pro safely and reliably powers the devices that pilots have come to rely on in the cockpit. FARGO, North Dakota (September 9, 2020) -...
Appareo Announces Stratus Insight Integration with Avidyne IFD Series Navigators
NEWS RELEASE Appareo Announces Stratus Insight Integration with Avidyne IFD Series Navigators New multifunction SBAS flight management systems Helios™ and Atlas™ will join IFD 440, 540, and 550 GPS navigators in Avidyne’s list of products integrated with Stratus™...
Appareo Releases New Product Line of Telematic and Connectivity Solutions for Aviation
NEWS RELEASE Appareo Releases New Product Line of Telematic and Connectivity Solutions for Aviation Conexus® Aircraft Communication Units are highly-capable, well-connected mobile computers for a broad range of aircraft types FARGO, North Dakota (June 3, 2020) —...
Appareo Releases Major Upgrade to Web-Based Flight Data Analysis Software
FARGO, North Dakota (May 18, 2020) — Appareo today released a major architectural upgrade to Appareo EnVision, the company’s analysis software system for Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) or Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) programs. Appareo EnVision is a...
ATC Radio Transcription & Playback is available with Stratus Insight
This new AI technology is the baseline for exciting features we have in our app roadmap, which is focused on creating a safer, more convenient way to fly. When paired with a Stratus Audio Cable, the ATC Radio Transcription feature works similar to visual voicemail....