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Aviation Specialties Unlimited Develops Online Recurrent Training Program


To serve the training needs of first responders and essential staff flying at night using NVGs, Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU) recently announced that it has developed a new instructor-led web-based offering for required recurrent ground training.


Spidertracks Launches Spider X Next-Generation Spider Hardware


It wasn’t much more than a decade ago when aircraft tracking was feasible only for the top tier of the industry. Innovation in the sector typically followed a traditional pathway of heavy boxes that required integration into aircraft systems, and the cost and complexity of these precluded mainstream adoption. Spidertracks came to market with fresh thinking and a delightfully simple product philosophy that broke down these barriers and revolutionized the sector. Today aircraft tracking has industry-wide adoption. The benefits of increased safety and operational efficiencies have seen Spidertracks become the de facto standard.


Ten years on, Spidertracks took this to a whole new level with an adaptive sampling algorithm on the Spider that provides an accurate, high-resolution representation of an aircraft’s actual flight path and movements in (near) real-time: Virtual FDR™. As a trusted provider of aviation safety services, Spidertracks utilizes a dedicated Iridium channel for all mission-critical data. This gives the customer assurance of receiving high-quality data, on-time every time, without reliance on cellular availability or retrieving an SD card.


And now, they have done it again with the release of the Spider X. Spider X expands on the power of Virtual FDR™ with the introduction of an attitude and heading reference system.


AHRS data is transmitted over the air, allowing simple and easy access to information about the aircraft’s orientation and position. The innovative piece of hardware developed by the Spidertracks team based in New Zealand is packed with forward-thinking tech such as WiFi, cellular, Bluetooth, USB-C, and serial port interface capability, to provide the ideal development and integration platform.


Building on the advanced functionality of its predecessors, the Spider X will make flight data monitoring (FDM) accessible for the general aviation industry as a simple, easy to install, lightweight, and affordable solution.


“I am really proud of what the team has delivered with the SpiderX. The look, feel, and design concepts reflect 13 years of aviation DNA and learnings, and future-proofs our customers to meet their ever-evolving requirements,” notes Dave Blackwell, CEO of Spidertracks.


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“We know that recurrent training must continue for pilots and crew members, and it is difficult to travel and train amidst the COVID-19 pandemic,” said ASU director of training Josh Grier. “Our Chief Instructor Pilot Tony Tsantles will be leading our new online courses to address this need.”


The new ASU online recurrent training will be made available to anyone, anywhere who requires recurrent training. The course is designed to review NVG operational techniques and aeromedical factors during all phases of flight. Students will also refresh their NVG regulatory and procedural guidance on IAW 14 CFR 61.31 (k)1. Training will meet and exceed all 8900.1 guidance for Part 135 operators.


“The classes will be live, interactive, and engaging,” said Tsantles. “Participants will obtain a certificate of completion. The class will allow organizations to reset their academic currency. We wanted to make sure that all the operations around the world that are flying remain compliant on their training requirements, and we wanted to create something to help them.”


Classes will be offered for both domestic and international operators that have current NVG certification.


“ASU remains focused on helping our customers during this international pandemic,” said ASU President Jim Winkel. “We know those out there on the front line need sustainment and support so they can continue to save lives at night. We want to do our part in the fight against COVID-19. In a small and tangible way, our virtual classroom may help to accomplish this.”


In addition to the new classes, ASU recommends the following guidelines for disinfecting NVIS equipment. For AN/AVS-9 night vision goggles, reference the Operator’s Manual section for “Care and Maintenance.” To disinfect aircraft lighting with NVIS modifications, reference the Instructions for “Continued Airworthiness,” Section 5-5. For both NVGs and aircraft lighting, ASU recommends using 90% Isopropyl alcohol for no residue.


For more information about the new class or to register, visit www.asu-nvg.com/onlinetraining


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