navAero receives STC for Class 2 Tablet EFB System on Q400

navAero announces the achievement of FAA Supplemental Type Certification (FAA STC ST03170NY) on the Bombardier DHC-8-400 Series for the installation of a Class 2 Tablet Electronic Flight Bag provisions for the navAero Tablet EFB System that includes the navAero Universal Aircraft Interface Device (UAID). Provisions include pilot/first officer cockpit mounts that feature electrical connectivity for device charging and data connectivity.

The navAero Tablet EFB System consists of a modular, proprietary designed "Smart" Mount tablet holder that securely contains that tablet device and meets all appropriate DO-160 requirements. The holder is integrally equipped with the navAero Power/Data Interface (PDi) module that converts 28VDC aircraft power to that which is appropriate for charging the tablet device. The PDi module also feeds aircraft data (ARINC 429, 717, Discretes) from the navAero Universal Aircraft Interface Device (UAID) to the tablet for use in various software applications along with capability for WiFi and cellular connectivity. The UAID also provides built-in capabilities for QAR functionality.

The STC was executed by navAero in cooperation with Delta Engineering and DECA Aviation Engineering Limited for navAero customer, WestJet Encore. The navAero EFB system uses an architecture that consists of dual cross-connected tablet devices with Ethernet connectivity to the navAero UAID. It allows for multiple variations of tablets to be hosted to achieve maximum flexibility and upgradeability. As deployed, the system achieves WestJet Encore goal for the deployment of their Integrated Communications and Application System (ICAS).