On June 9, the FAA issued an STC for the installation of a WSI InFlight AV200 cockpit weather system into a Piper Saratoga (PA-32R-301). The company says this is a major milestone in the certification process for their WSI InFlight (TM) system. The WSI InFlight AV200 system is designed to integrate with many popular multifunctional displays, most Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) as well as other display devices. ] The company says the system continuously broadcasts near-real-time WSI aviation weather information directly to the cockpit using a geo-synchronous satellite service. Information includes current observed and forecast conditions, as well as WSI NOWrad, a high-quality mosaic of the NEXRAD Doppler radar system. WSI claims InFlight has complete, uninterrupted continental United States signal reception at any altitude. The system features a sophisticated “high glance” value user interface that is easy to interpret and thereby increases situational awareness. Suggested retail for the system is $4,995, plus installation. Data service subscriptions start at $49.95 per month.
FAA Issues STC For WSI’s InFlight Cockpit Weather System
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA issued a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the WSI InFlight AV200 cockpit weather system, a major milestone enabling its installation in the Piper Saratoga.
- The system delivers continuous, near-real-time WSI aviation weather information, including radar and forecasts, directly to the cockpit via a geo-synchronous satellite with uninterrupted continental US reception at any altitude.
- Integrating with various displays, it features a user-friendly interface to enhance situational awareness, with the system priced at $4,995 plus installation, and data subscriptions starting at $49.95 per month.
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