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On every approach to landing, there is always the chance that the pilot will forget to lower the landing gear. Statistics show that over 30% of all landing accidents were due to the fact that the landing gear was not extended*. This type of accident can happen to anyone. It only takes a small distraction (especially if you fly single-pilot), and it?s too late!
That is where the P2 Audio Advisory System (AAS) comes in. Think of it as your full-time "electronic co-pilot" whose job is to constantly watch the airspeed, monitor the landing gear and record flight time.
The gear warning horn commonly found in most general aviation aircraft is usually mechanical and functions only relative to throttle position. As the statistics point out, that type of warning is often too late.
On the other hand, the Audio Advisory System works off of airspeed. When the plane is slowed down to a preset airspeed threshold, the system will annunciate, both aurally (through your headset or speaker) and visually (via an illuminated pushbutton annunciator switch), the landing gear position. The system will actually inform the pilot whether the "gear is down for landing" or to "check gear!".
The AAS also maintains a watch over any excessive airspeed and annunciates "Overspeed!" anytime the speed of the aircraft gets within 5-10 kts/mph of Vne, or higher. This is a handy feature especially when flying in IFR conditions and/or at night.
In addition, the AAS provides an output for an optional airspeed activated HobbsTM hour meter to keep track of flight (not tach) time. For those who may be operating under Part 135, this means saving money. Overhauls can be done based on flight time, not tach time. Depending on how much flying is done, this feature alone can pay for the system in a very short time.
The P2 Audio Advisory System incorporates state-of-the-art solid state technology for many years of reliability. Weighing in at only 14 ounces (the optional Hobbs hour meter adds 3 oz.), it won't even come close to putting a dent in your useful load. We even back our system up with a 2-year parts and labor warranty. That is as good as or better than any in the avionics industry.
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