From the Aircraft Electronics Association, AEA Amplified is a podcast for aviation’s technology experts. Learn more about the ever-changing world of avionics technologies from industry professionals and aviation enthusiasts. Founded in 1957, the AEA represents nearly 1,300 member companies in more than 40 countries, including government-certified international repair stations specializing in maintenance, repair and installation of avionics and electronic systems in general aviation aircraft. The AEA membership also includes manufacturers of avionics equipment, instrument repair facilities,…
Episodes
Ep. 63 – Business Aviation Outlook: Honeywell Forecasts the Next Decade
20 Oct 2026 · 37 min
Where is business aviation headed over the next decade, and what will industry growth mean for the companies that build, equip and maintain these aircraft? Kevin Schwab of Honeywell Aerospace discusses the findings behind the company’s 35th annual Global Business Aviation Outlook, exploring the…
Ep. 62 – What mattered most at AirVenture Oshkosh 2026
5 Aug 2026 · 29 min
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 delivered one of the busiest years for new avionics introductions in recent memory. In this episode of AEA Amplified sponsored by Blackhawk Aerospace, Avionics News contributor Larry Anglisano discusses the products that stood out, why Garmin's AXIS generated so much…
Ep. 61 – Building the Future of Integrated Aircraft Systems with Larry Riddle of Innovative Aerosystems
18 Jun 2026 · 20 min
Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, Innovative Aerosystems recently made a series of strategic acquisitions that are reshaping its role in the aviation industry. Larry Riddle, senior vice president of sales, discusses the company's acquisitions of the S-TEC 3100 autopilot product line, Honeywell…
Ep. 60 – How to build your workforce pipeline through apprenticeships
5 May 2026 · 1 h 11
The avionics industry is facing a critical workforce challenge, and a new initiative is creating a structured path forward. In this episode of AEA Amplified, Dave Harrison of Fastport discusses the newly announced partnership with the Aircraft Electronics Association as a Registered Apprenticeship…
Ep. 59 – Rethinking the Cockpit: Inside Nighthawk’s Guardian Avionics System with CEO Paul Martin
7 Apr 2026 · 46 min
The next evolution of the cockpit may not come from incremental upgrades, but rather from a complete rethink of how avionics systems are designed and integrated. Paul Martin, CEO of Nighthawk Flight Systems, joins us with the latest on the Guardian Cockpit Avionics System and the philosophy behind…
Ep. 58 – ALTO Aviation’s Anthony Molina shares aftermarket opportunities for IFE, audio, and CMS
3 Feb 2026 · 24 min
When aircraft owners and passengers step into a freshly upgraded cabin, what do they notice when it comes to in-flight entertainment, audio, and cabin control systems? And when integrating these modern technologies, what should installers prioritize to ensure a smooth, intuitive, user experience?…
Ep. 57 – Meet Aspen Avionics Senior Vice President and General Manager Dan O’Donnell
3 Nov 2025 · 19 min
Having served on the board of directors for Aspen Avionics since 2018, the company recently appointed Dan O’Donnell as its senior vice president and general manager. O’Donnell brings more than 25 years of industry experience in avionics, operations, technology, and safety to his new leadership…
Ep. 56 – Demand for new business jets hits record levels
14 Oct 2025 · 30 min
Honeywell’s 34th annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts a record-setting number of new business jet deliveries over the next decade. According to Honeywell, 8,500 new business jets with a projected value of $283 billion – the highest in the report’s 34-year history – will be delivered…
Ep. 55 – Bruce Baxter and Gordon Cox Preview AEA South Pacific Regional
28 Aug 2025 · 30 min
AEA members from Australia, New Zealand, and throughout the South Pacific will convene at the AEA South Pacific Regional Meeting in Brisbane, October 2-3. Bruce Baxter, AEA’s regulatory consultant for the region, shares the spotlight with Gordon Cox of Avionics 2000. Together, they offer a preview…
Ep. 54 – How Gogo’s C1 box enables seamless transition from legacy ATG to LTE network
31 Jul 2025 · 27 min
The Gogo C1 Line Replaceable Unit is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for aircraft currently using the company's legacy Air-to-Ground systems to the new LTE network. Aircraft using legacy ATG systems will need to upgrade to the C1 or an AVANCE system before the LTE network launch in May…
Ep. 53 – When does your repair station need to implement a safety management system?
25 Jun 2025 · 34 min
The answer varies depending on where the repair station is located. Tune in as Ric Peri breaks down this frequently asked question and learn whether you need an SMS program, when you need it, and how the AEA is helping member companies in this episode of AEA Amplified.
Ep. 52 –Texas Aerospace Technologies Vice President Brad Sutphin
20 May 2025 · 39 min
With more than 20 years of aviation experience, Brad Sutphin joined Texas Aerospace Technologies in June 2021 as its vice president to drive global sales and business development. Sutphin earned his associate degree in applied sciences of aviation from Westwood College of Aviation Technology along…
Ep. 51 – Meet newly elected AEA Chairman Mike Berryhill
24 Apr 2025 · 58 min
A senior maintenance trainer for Cirrus Aircraft, Mike Berryhill is a highly accomplished aviation professional with an illustrious career spanning 34 years marked by dedicated service, leadership roles, and a profound impact on the industry. He was recently elected to serve as the new chairman by…
Ep. 50 – How delegates can support your certification efforts
5 Feb 2025 · 45 min
Over the last several years, the AEA has engaged in discussions with members and nonmembers on the need for advocacy in the delegate/aircraft certification areas. Join us for a roundtable discussion with members of the AEA delegates subcommittee to learn when you should get a delegate involved,…
Ep. 49 – Celebrating the 20-year journey of Innovative Advantage with Greg Cornell
15 Jan 2025 · 30 min
Innovative Advantage’s Audio Video Distribution System (AVDS) is designed to integrate with any cabin management system, and the company has spent two decades focusing on the audio, video, and Ethernet over fiber distribution in business aircraft. IA is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year…
Ep. 48 – Shop Talk: How the repair station regulations support and encourage workforce development
8 Nov 2024 · 1 h 06
Many avionics repair stations have been successful in recruiting, hiring and training their own technicians. However, in light of the many challenges facing the industry, this episode discusses hiring challenges, rules governing training, recency of experience and documentation, training programs,…
Ep. 47 – Honeywell projects increased demand for biz jets in next 10 years
21 Oct 2024 · 22 min
Honeywell’s 33rd annual Global Business Aviation Outlook forecasts up to 8,500 new business jets worth $280 billion will be delivered over the next decade, an increase in value from last year’s survey forecast. The report noted that the five-year new jet purchase plans of business aviation…
Ep. 46 – How do pilots locate avionics shops through iFlightPlanner?
16 Sept 2024 · 23 min
Private pilots and corporate operators now have the added benefit of easily locating AEA member companies through iFlightPlanner. This new service will help thousands of pilots find an avionics shop in the United States through iFlightPlanner’s web-based platforms…
Ep. 45 – Six Pack Aero makes room in the panel for modern avionics
20 Aug 2024 · 21 min
When Lyle Jansma began upgrading his Cessna 172 a few years ago, he did not anticipate it would evolve into a side gig helping owner-operators build instrument panels. Or that it would lead him to opening a new business, Six Pack Aero, at Bellingham International Airport. Today, the AEA…
Ep. 44 – EBIS: Streamlining maintenance tasks for 25 years
31 Jul 2024 · 45 min
EBIS was created in 1999 to tackle unsolved challenges with running an aviation maintenance shop. With more than 300 shops adopting the company’s software, EBIS has been helping drive digital transformation in the aviation industry for 25 years. Learn how to efficiently track work orders,…