ADS-B IN Available For Gulfstream G150; G200 It is not mandatory by the FAA but Gulfstream is offering owners and operators of Gulfstream G150 and G200 business jets ADS-B IN. The airframer has recently received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in install Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast In, simply known as ADS-B IN on the G200 and G150 aircraft. With this installation, Gulfstream G150 and G200 operators can receive traffic and weather information from ADS-B ground stations and nearby aircraft broadcasting their positions through ADS-B Out. The information can be displayed on a portable electronic device such as an iPad, enhancing safety for the flight crew and passengers.
ADS-B is a satellite-based surveillance technology for tracking aircraft and is part of the Next Generation Air Transportation System. "Unlike ADS-B Out, ADS-B In is not required by the FAA, but it has tremendous value for pilots," said Rick Trusis, vice president, Mid-Cabin Programs, Gulfstream. "Our ADS-B In solution offers enhanced flight information, including real-time weather reports and synthetic vision, as well as important flight information, such as aircraft identification, position, altitude, direction and speed. The bottom line is it enhances situational awareness, which can lead to greater safety in our skies." For more information: Gulfstream Aerospace 500 Gulfstream Road Savannah, GA 31407 www.gulfstream.com ***
