Avionics
Avidyne IFD Flight Management Systems Now NVG-compatible
The optional NVG feature is available for $3,600
Avidyne IFD545 flight management system
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Avionics manufacturer Avidyne has added optional night vision goggle (NVG) compatibility to its IFD series flight management system (FMS) products. These include the IFD550, IFD545, IFD540, and IFD510, and the option retails for $3,600. Avidyne is adding the NVG option for other FMS models.

Adding the NVG compatibility to the IFD avionics involved adding “special LEDs that change the spectral distribution of the backlighting—generally making reds and yellows much less bright while not affecting greens and blues,” according to Avidyne. Pilots can switch the NVG lighting to normal during daylight operations.

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