To alleviate congestion on the 1090 MHz band, the FAA created another option for ADS-B solutions that run on a dedicated 978 MHz band – Universal Access Transceiver, or UAT. 978 UAT radios can be configured to provide both ADS-B “Out” and “In” capability in a single product. The ADS-B “Out” broadcast on 978 MHz carries all the same tracking data sent by Extended Squitter (ES) transponders on 1090 MHz. However, on the ADS-B “In” side, the additional bandwidth afforded by the 978 MHz spectrum allows for a much more extensive list of data uplink services.
Do you fly above 18,000 feet?
YES– 978 UAT is not an option for you. You must pursue a 1090ES solution.
NO– 978 UAT may be a solutions that’s right for you. One of the 978 UAT Universal Access Transceivers listed below, transmitting a WAAS signal from an approved GPS navigator or a separate WAAS GPS receiver, will fulfill your ADS-B Out requirement.
[WPSM_AC id=6315]
Got a 978 UAT product question?
Make sure you fully understand exactly what you’re required to have in your aircraft because the 2020 mandate will be here before you know it. And the closer it gets, the harder it will be to find the equipment needed and the shop time available to perform the installations. Prolonging the upgrades could result in significantly higher costs for both the equipment and installation.
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