I believe the ADS-B solutions by Aspen have been released. I want to say it was at a recent event, maybe AEA Annual? I will double check with my Aspen dealer.
Any Bluetooth 4.0 will be more power efficient than WiFi. And actually, most other Bluetooth versions are more efficient than WiFi. Takes less power to transmit/receive when compared with WiFi. However, this is also determined by firmware on said devices.
Maybe a broken toy that is hidden/lost somewhere and is losing battery life? haha. Or it could be someone or something hiding beneath/above/within your home.
What Transponder are you using? Is it Extended Squitter compliant?
Aspen has a few different ADS-B solutions available that are compatible with the Aspen Evolution 2000.
The GDL-88 will support ADS-B compatibility when interfaced with the GTN-650.
You have two routes to choose...
This is a difficult decision indeed.... I have a feeling that come 2018-2019 there will be a lot of owners needing to upgrade or just selling their airplanes and moving into something already equipped to support the requirements. This is going to add a hit to the market value of the older GA...
Trepine,
Yes, a G1000 equipped aircraft will need a GTX-330ES Transponder to meet ADS-B OUT capabilities. Add a GDL-88 to the mix and you will meet ADS-B IN capabilities.
EDIT: Also the GTX33 transponder can be upgraded to support ADS-B.
Hi Unit74,
I am not associated with Sarasota Avionics. However, my office is located across the parking lot from them in Dolphin FBO.
I will send you a PM to ask a few more questions. I am interested in your 430W.
Regards,
AviatorAdam
Yes cost to upgrade to ES is around $1500 from most dealers. Some will quote slightly less. However $1500 is average. Takes about 3-5 days after it is received by Garmin.