PAT Avionics shows G-HULP heads-up-display system for recreational aircraft

The HUD, or "Heads Up Display" is now a common feature in military and commercial aircraft, projecting critical data such as airspeed, altitude and navigation information onto a transparent screen in front of the pilot while allowing him/her to maintain an outside vigil. Very handy when landing or maneuvering close to the ground. Not surprisingly, this technology has now filtered down to the recreational flying arena with Italian outfit PAT Avionics showing its G-HULP system at the Experimental Aviation Association’s annual gathering at Oshkosh in the USA... Continue Reading PAT Avionics shows G-HULP heads-up-display system for recreational aircraft

Section: Aero Gizmo

Tags: ADAHRS, Aircraft, Heads Up Display, Navigation, Oshkosh

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