The partnership prepared Cargolux for the ADS-B Out mandate.

Montréal, February 5, 2020 - Fokker Services and CMC Electronics established an essential partnership to certify a stand-alone GNSS receiver for ADS-B Out usage. The innovative dual installation approach, designed by each organizations’ respective engineering teams, ensured Cargolux’s compliance with the mandate in the U.S. and Europe.

(Dubai Air Show, November 17, 2019) CMC Electronics and DAC International are pleased to announce the FAA approval of their latest automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) Out Supplemental Type Certificate (ST00934DE) for aircraft equipped with Honeywell’s Primus II avionics suite.

(Dubai, November 17, 2019) CMC Electronics is pleased to announce that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved an STC to install CMC Electronics’ SBAS-capable CMA-5024 GPS on B737NG aircraft to comply with worldwide ADS-B Out mandates as well as SBAS/GPS navigation enabling the world’s first LPV approaches for B737NGs. CMC’s solution, developed in collaboration with the FAA’s Navigation Programs office, offers operators the advantage of a cost-effective alternative to replacing their current multi-mode receiver (MMR).

Ottawa, CANSEC - May 29, 2019 – CMC Electronics is pleased to announce the launch of a new Dual Wavelength InGaAs Avalanche Photodiode (APD) Preamplifier Module designed to support accurate and consistent eye-safe laser range finding and LiDAR designs under a variety of moisture and altitude conditions. In low signals or high, warm weather or cold, and for distances near or far, APD facilitates accurate decision making due to the speed and precision of the information it provides.

Montréal, April 25, 2019 - CMC Electronics is pleased to announce that Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) has approved an STC to install CMC’s SBAS-capable CMA-5024 GLSSU on B737NG aircraft for DO-260B ADS-B out compliance and SBAS/GPS navigation with the option to enable LPV approach capability. FAA and EASA STC approvals are in progress and expected shortly for all B737NG aircraft types (-600/-700/-800).

Montreal, March 5, 2019 - Esterline’s CMC Electronics (CMC) business unit is pleased to announce that they completed development and testing of a customized version of their CMA-5024 SBAS GPS for B777 aircraft under license with Boeing. This tailored version (P/N 100-601967-121) has been installed on several B777-200 aircraft with major airlines wherein the CMA-5024 fully integrates with the on-board avionics, including AIMS.

Heli Expo, March 4, 2019 – Esterline’s CMC Electronics (CMC) business unit is pleased to announce that RUAG Aviation and the Swiss Air Force have selected its CMA-9000 Flight Management System (FMS) and CMA-5024 GPS Landing System for the modernization of Swiss Air Force’s Cougar helicopters.  The Swiss Cougars are used for transport as well as search and rescue (SAR) missions.  The modernization of the Swiss Cougar helicopters further broadens the use of CMC’s navigation solutions by the Swiss Air Force, who also operates 15 Super Puma transport helicopters and 20 EC135/635 helicopters, all equipped with CMC’s CMA-9000 and CMA-5024.

(Heli Expo – March 4, 2019) Esterline is pleased to announce that its CMC Electronics (CMC) business unit signed an agreement with StandardAero to partner on rotorcraft retrofits. The companies will jointly pursue business opportunities for commercial, military and government aviation upgrades and modernisation for medium- to heavy-lift helicopters.

Heli-Expo, March 4, 2019 – Esterline’s CMC Electronics (CMC) business unit and Leonardo are pleased to announce that Leonardo’s AW189 P5 prototype successfully completed multiple GBAS GLS approaches at the Zurich Airport in late 2018 using the CMA-6024 GPS/SBAS/GBAS Landing System Sensor Unit (GLSSU) as the precision approach sensor.

(I/ITSEC – Orlando, Florida, November 26, 2018) Esterline Simulation Visual Systems, an Esterline Avionics Systems business of Esterline Corporation (NYSE:ESL; www.esterline.com), today announced the market introduction of its  NEW REAR-PROJECTION DOME DISPLAYS for fast-jet training at I/ITSEC.

Esterline Avionics Systems is pleased to announce that Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services has received FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (ST04319CH) approval of their ADS-B Out solution featuring Esterline’s CMA-5024 on Boeing 757, 767-200 and 767-300 aircraft.

Esterline Avionics Systems, CMD Flight Solutions and DAC International are pleased to announce the Supplemental Type Certificate (ST03424CH and ST04159CH) approval of their ADS-B Out solution for Part 25 aircraft.

Esterline Avionics Systems is pleased to announce that Honeywell Aerospace has chosen its CMA-6800 CRT to LCD conversion solution for its ED-800 Replacement Program.

Esterline is pleased to announce that Wesley A. Kephart has joined the EAD Leadership team as VP Rugged and Air Traffic Control Solutions (RAS) group, on October 1st, 2018.  Wes will be working from the Duluth, US office.

FARNBOROUGH INTERNATIONAL AIR SHOW, July 16, 2018 – Esterline Corporation (www.esterline.com) (NYSE Symbol: ESL), a leading global specialty manufacturer primarily serving the aerospace and defense markets, today announced that it has been selected by a Gulf country for a middle-to-heavy helicopter platform upgrade which includes Esterline Integrated Helicopter Solutions (IHS).

Farnborough International Airshow, July 16, 2018 – Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC) is pleased to announce the new CMA-6024 GPS precision approach sensor that delivers both SBAS LP/LPV and GBAS GLS. As a standard-fit ARINC 743C compliant receiver, it can be integrated in a wide range of new-build or in-service aircraft. The CMA-6024 will be certified to the current and upcoming TCCA and FAA TSO requirements, the current RTCA Minimum Operational Performance Specifications, and to Design Assurance Level A (DAL-A).

Farnborough International Airshow – July 9, 2018 - Esterline Avionics Systems is pleased to announce the successful completion of ground tests and flight tests of their SBAS-capable CMA-5024 GLSSU on B737NG aircraft with the goal of obtaining an STC for ADS-B out and SBAS/GPS Navigation. With all testing completed on a Boeing B737-700 aircraft, the STC is anticipated for Q4 2018 for all B737NG aircraft types (-700/-800/-900). The option for LPV approach capability will be available as well.

Alex Huynh-Belanger, Manager of Products and Strategic Marketing, Esterline CMC Electronics.

Farnborough International Airshow, June 30, 2018 -- Esterline Avionics Systems and PMV Engineering are pleased to announce that PMV Engineering has obtained EASA approval for the upgrade of the older generation GPSSU by CMC’s CMA-5024 GLSSU on the A320 family of aircraft.