Avionics
FreeFlight Adds Digital-to-Analog Radar Alt Convertor
FreeFlight Systems has unveiled a digital-to-analog convertor that allows replacement of legacy radar altimeters with a lighter-weight digital system.

FreeFlight Systems has unveiled the FDC-500 Convertor, a compact digital-to-analog convertor that allows the replacement of heavy, legacy radar altimeters with FreeFlight Systems’ RA4000/4500 radar altimeters, while retaining existing antennas, cabling, and flight deck indicators. According to the Irving, Texas-based company, the FDC-500 will allow RA4000/4500 installations into turboprops and small business jets, while retaining their original analog panel indicators such as the BendixKing KNI 415 and KNI 416 altitude Indicators.