Global Aviation Tech LLC and Universal Avionics Achieve FAA Certification for ClearVision EFVS on King Air B200/300
Enhanced flight vision system with wearable HUD marks exciting progress in increased situational awareness for Aerial Firefighting missions.
October 17, 2024 — Global Aviation Tech LLC (GATECH), in collaboration with Universal Avionics, is proud to announce FAA certification of the ClearVision™ Enhanced Flight Vision System (EFVS) for the Beechcraft King Air B200/300, with Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA02038WI. This advanced EFVS, featuring the SkyLens™ Head-Wearable Display, seamlessly integrates Enhanced Vision (EVS) and Synthetic Vision System (SVS) overlays to provide vital real-time data.
ClearVision EFVS stands apart from traditional Heads-Up Display (HUD) solutions with its cutting-edge SkyLens™ Head-Wearable Display (HWD). SkyLens combines enhanced vision (EVS) and synthetic 3D terrain (SVS) overlays to display real-time environmental data onto the pilot’s natural vision, even in low-visibility conditions such as haze, smoke, and darkness.
Universal’s enhanced vision solution features a large field of view, with the brightest and highest resolution HUD for commercial aircraft in the market. An out-of-the-window flying experience helps increase situational awareness, enabling pilots to confidently make critical decisions and navigate safely during demanding mission scenarios. The biggest benefit is safety, as pilots can keep their eyes outside the cockpit and avoid spatial disorientation issues, the largest cause of Controlled Flight into Terrain accidents.
“Together, GATECH and Universal have delivered a critical safety advancement for pilots operating in demanding environments,” said Woody Cottner, Vice President, Special Programs at Global Aviation Tech LLC. “We are thrilled to bring the ClearVision EFVS to the King Air B200 community.”
“ClearVision EFVS provides unparalleled visibility and operational confidence, making a pivotal difference in the success and safety of critical missions,” said Dror Yahav, CEO at Universal Avionics. “This first-to-market technology supports aerial firefighting, emergency medical services, special operations, and VIP flights, allowing them to improve mission effectiveness and perform vital tasks with greater precision and safety.”
About Global Aviation Tech LLC (GATECH)
Global Aviation Tech LLC (GATECH) is a premier full-service Part 145 Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) provider, strategically located in Wichita, Kansas, and now also in Elmira, New York. We serve business jets, legacy aircraft, and specialized missions with a comprehensive approach, from routine inspections to complex engineering solutions. With AS9100D, ISO9001:2015, and FAA PMA certifications, GATECH ensures rigorous standards of quality and safety. Our partnerships with industry leaders, including Universal Avionics and Tamarack, enable us to deliver cutting-edge solutions, such as ClearVision™ EFVS and Gogo connectivity, driving operational excellence and performance for each aircraft we service.