Aircraft Electronics Association

AEA Amplified

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From the Aircraft Electronics Association, AEA Amplified is a podcast for aviation’s technology experts. Learn more about the ever-changing world of avionics technologies from industry professionals and aviation enthusiasts. Founded in 1957, the AEA represents nearly 1,300 member companies in more than 40 countries, including government-certified international repair stations specializing in maintenance, repair and installation of avionics and electronic systems in general aviation aircraft. The AEA membership also includes manufacturers of avionics equipment, instrument repair facilities, ins...

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Ep. 11 – AEA President Mike Adamson Previews Upcoming Convention 08.06.2021 19:56

The 64th annual AEA International Convention & Trade Show is the place to be for avionics training, networking, new product introductions and more. The four-day event takes place at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas, June 22-25, 2021. Avionics technicians and small-business owners will reconnect with their manufacturer and distributor representatives, train on the latest products, and learn indu...

Ep. 10 – EAA CEO/Chairman of the Board Jack Pelton previews AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 28.04.2021 23:59

The countdown to AirVenture Oshkosh 2021 is in full swing, and EAA Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board Jack Pelton offers a preview into the World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration. While some areas may look different at Oshkosh this year, the feeling will be the same as the aviation community reunites to celebrate flight. Tune in for a glimpse at how planning for this year’s event is...

Ep. 09 – EDMO earns a golden anniversary 15.04.2021 20:22

In 2021, EDMO Distributors is celebrating the golden anniversary of its everyday embodiment of its motto, “Quality and Excellence, Whatever it Takes,” in serving the thousands of civilian, commercial, and military avionics shops with a multitude of products and components. Named the AEA Associate Member of the Year in 2020, EDMO now stocks more than 26,000 ready-to-ship parts from more than 300 ma...

Ep. 08 – Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics unveils Flex 02.03.2021 30:19

An AEA member company since 1981, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics recently introduced the Flex MD23 Series that features a customizable configuration (inputs and outputs), user interface and graphics, enabling it to function as a custom display, controller and data converter. The 2-inch digital instrument can be customized to receive and display ARINC 429, analog, discrete, frequency, tempe...

Ep. 07 – Qmulus Aviation goes from zero to 145 in just over a year 10.02.2021 34:19

Want to open an FAA-certified Part 145 repair station? Learn from the experts who recently did it from scratch. Cris Owens, accountable manager for Qmulus Aviation, along with the company’s owner, Sean Wilke, provide valuable insight on how they successfully opened a startup business in Caldwell, Idaho. Get to know these aviation technology experts in this episode of AEA Amplified, sponsored by Ge...

Ep. 06 – Accessory Services thrives in Alaska with new radio capabilities 14.01.2021 31:21

Susan Windle Beam has professionally served the avionics industry for more than three decades. As the manager of Accessory Services Inc. in Anchorage, Alaska, her shop recently received Federal Aviation Administration approvals to add Class 1, 2, and 3 radio capabilities – communications, navigation and radar, respectively – for limited airframe and limited emergency equipment. The company repairs...

Ep. 05 – The making of a third-generation aviator 01.12.2020 52:05

Mac and David Copeland share their family’s unique aviation history in this episode of AEA Amplified. Mac is following in big family footsteps as a third-generation pilot. He recently completed his first solo while attending college and working toward his private pilot certificate. His father, David, is the vice president of sales for Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics. And his grandparents, J...

Ep. 04 – CCX Technologies president talks cybersecurity and avionics testing solutions 19.11.2020 27:18

Chris Bartlett, president of CCX Technologies, discusses his company’s wide range of cybersecurity and testing solutions for avionics OEMs, aircraft maintainers and military contractors. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, the company’s T-RX Avionics Radio and Pulse Tester family of products are stand-alone tablets that help maintainers and installers save time and effort. Get to know one of aviatio...

Ep. 03 – Thom Duncan Avionics founder shares his shop’s overnight success story 07.10.2020 28:00

Thom Duncan, president of Thom Duncan Avionics in Fayetteville, Tennessee, has been fixing electronics since childhood. Since opening a shop at the Fayetteville Municipal Airport in December 2018, he has led a rapidly growing business that specializes in avionics for single- and twin-engine aircraft. Get to know one of aviation’s technology experts in this episode of AEA Amplified.

Ep. 02 – Aspen Avionics President & CEO talks about joining the AIRO Group 17.09.2020 25:57

John Uczekaj, president & CEO of Aspen Avionics, details the company’s agreement in principle to become a member of the AIRO Group of companies. What does Aspen’s move mean to general aviation and its customers around the world? Uczekaj answers that question and more in this episode of AEA Amplified.

Ep. 01 - AEA President offers insight into the return of in-person association events 03.09.2020 27:30

In the inaugural episode of AEA Amplified, a podcast for aviation's technology experts, host Geoff Hill speaks with AEA President & CEO Mike Adamson to discuss the AEA's path forward for the return of in-person association and industry events. Tune in for an informative status update on the association, the training classes taking place at AEA headquarters, as well as the plan for the upcoming A...