Esterline CMC Electronics is featuring the latest version of its SmartDeck avionics suite as well as an array of its PilotView electronic flight bag (EFB) products. CMC’s attention to EFBs also includes Tandem, a new software app that helps integrate mobile devices such as the iPad with CMC’s certified EFBs.
CMC says its Tandem software will let operators make optimal use of tablets computers on the ground and Class 2/3 PilotView EFBs installed in their aircraft. Pilots will be able to use their iPads away from the airport to acquire weather information, compose and file flight plans, review aircraft documents, calculate weight and balance data, determine fuel requirements and other preflight activity. Upon arriving at the aircraft, the crew can use their iPads to interface with the aircraft-mounted EFBs, transferring data to the aircraft, taking advantage of the iPad’s and the EFB’s capabilities. For many aircraft operators, the robust nature and extensive testing of the Class 2 certified EFB is a requirement. But with Tandem, crews can plan flights well ahead of time and wirelessly connect to the cockpit system.
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