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British Forum => General Discussion => Topic started by: T67M on October 18, 2015, 07:18:56 pm

Title: In-flight testing with ADS-B aircraft
Post by: T67M on October 18, 2015, 07:18:56 pm

We flew today for the first time with PAW and in formation with an ADS-B-out equipped aircraft. A truly excellent experience, despite the slight "lash-up" of an installation for this flight (it's a glass-fibre aircraft, so I can put the PAW itself almost anywhere - in this case, velcro-tied to the central camera mount located between the seats). Coverage appeared to be excellent - note the departures from Gatwick.

(http://gbnsr.org.uk/PilotAware/traffic.jpg) (http://gbnsr.org.uk/PilotAware/traffic.jpg)

(http://gbnsr.org.uk/PilotAware/installation.jpg) (http://gbnsr.org.uk/PilotAware/installation.jpg)

Title: Re: In-flight testing with ADS-B aircraft
Post by: Pete on October 18, 2015, 07:40:21 pm

Hi

Could you confirm if you performed a range test in the air with another PilotAware unit ?
If so, what range you were able to obtain.So far the best I can obtain is 4.7nm from 1000' altitude-direct line of sight to a test box mounted on a 4' high post in free space on the airfield runway.
The ADS-B side (1090MHz) of the PA works fine and is not an issue due to the higher power output of transponders.
Any information, much appreciated.

Title: Re: In-flight testing with ADS-B aircraft
Post by: T67M on October 18, 2015, 08:25:01 pm

Thus far I've not knowingly been near another PilotAware unit - but I can feel a second one being purchased soon...

Title: Re: In-flight testing with ADS-B aircraft
Post by: Pete on October 18, 2015, 11:28:40 pm

Thanks, be very interested if you do get a chance to see another PA unit.