Eclipse Aviation News
The second PFD, previously offered as optional equipment, adds another dimension of safety in the Eclipse 500 jet by increasing the level of redundancy in the all-glass cockpit. Avidyne Corporation will provide the PFDs and MFD.
The Michelin-made radial tires provide more mass, durability, safety and heat resistance than bias tires and will be capable of use on unpaved runways. Only 15 percent of the world’s aircraft are currently equipped with radial tires.1
“Safety is always our primary focus,” said Dr. Oliver Masefield, vice president of engineering for Eclipse. “Eclipse 500 owners and passengers will benefit from safety-enhancing features that are second-to-none in the industry.”
These recent additions enhance the safety of the aircraft while providing Eclipse 500 customers with more for the low $837,500 purchase price (in June 2000 economics) of this revolutionary new aircraft. The Eclipse 500 standard equipment list includes:
- Comprehensive avionics and electronics suite
- Full IFR capability
- Three large EFIS displays for PFDs and MFD
- Flight management system
- 3-axis auto pilot
- Color weather radar
- Dual VHF com
- Dual VHF nav
- Dual localizer and glide slope
- Dual mode S transponder
- Dual GPS, IFR enroute and approach certified
- Dual AHRS with air data computer
- Dual pitot static system
- Certified for known icing
- Five seats standard (sixth seat optional)
- Standard interior and paint scheme
- Air conditioning
1 Martin, Mike. “Michelin Crusades for Radial Aircraft Tyres.” Flight Daily News (June 17, 2001).
Eclipse Aviation is in the business of designing, certifying and producing modern, affordable jet aircraft that will revolutionize the transportation market. The company is applying advanced electronics systems, manufacturing and business practices to produce aircraft that cost less than a quarter of today's small jet aircraft, will be significantly safer and easier to operate than those of today, and have the lowest cost of ownership ever achieved in a jet aircraft.
The goal of Eclipse is to bring the word "personal" into aviation, making it possible for commercial air passengers to move directly between cities on a quick, affordable and convenient basis. It will also allow pilot owners to enter the world of jet-powered aviation.