Frequently Asked Questions
What aircraft is the uAvionix AV-30-E approved for?
The AV-30-E is engineered specifically for experimental aircraft. It is not certified for standard-category aircraft under a traditional STC. If your aircraft is registered as an experimental amateur-built or experimental exhibition, the AV-30-E is designed for that class of installation. Always verify with your local FSDO and uAvionix documentation for your specific build.
What does the AV-30-E replace in the panel?
It is designed to replace aging mechanical gauges, including vacuum-driven attitude indicators and directional gyros. By swapping out unreliable vacuum instruments for a solid-state digital display, you eliminate the vacuum system dependency and gain a more accurate, customizable primary flight display in the same standard 3-inch instrument hole.
What primary flight data does the AV-30-E display?
The AV-30-E displays attitude and directional gyro indications, indicated airspeed in knots or MPH, altitude, vertical trend, density altitude, True Airspeed, Outside Air Temperature, and bus voltage. All of this appears on a single sunlight-readable 3-inch screen, consolidating multiple legacy gauges into one modern interface.
Does it include an Angle of Attack system?
Yes. The AV-30-E includes a proactive, probeless Angle of Attack system. Because it requires no external AoA probe installation, setup is straightforward. The system presents AoA information visually on the display, giving pilots an additional safety layer against inadvertent stall onset, which is particularly valuable during slow-flight and approach phases.
What navigation modes does the AV-30-E support?
It includes integrated GPS HSI, 360 Rose, and Arc Map modes for GPS navigational data overlay. When connected to a compatible GPS source, the display can show your track, course deviation, and bearing in a format similar to a conventional HSI, improving situational awareness without requiring a separate navigation display.
What happens if aircraft power is lost?
The AV-30-E has an internal battery backup that provides approximately 2 hours of typical operation during an emergency power loss. This redundancy is a meaningful safety feature, keeping your primary attitude and flight data visible even if the aircraft electrical bus fails. Battery backup duration is approximate; actual performance may vary.
Can I customize how the display looks?
Yes. Pilots can adjust colors, fonts, and screen layouts to match their cockpit aesthetic and personal preferences. This level of personalization goes beyond fixed-display legacy instruments and lets you configure the AV-30-E to suit your flying style, whether you prefer a traditional or modern glass-cockpit look.
Does it include an altitude alerter?
Yes. The AV-30-E has a dedicated altitude alerter that can be configured to notify you as you approach a preselected altitude. This adds a workload-reduction benefit during climbs and descents and is particularly useful during IFR operations in experimental aircraft where managing multiple tasks simultaneously is demanding.
What is the part number for this unit?
The uAvionix AV-30-E Experimental unit carries part number UAX-90051-01. Use this when ordering, referencing installation documentation, or registering the unit with uAvionix.
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