[simpits-tech] F-16 MFD bezels...and Square displays

[Wg Cdr BB Misra, VSM (Retd)]

Dear Gene,
Still not clear why sim instruments need to be flight certifiable. In fact,
I have been looking for a square aspect display which is non-certified.
- Mish

----- Original Message -----
From: "Gene Buckle" <geneb@deltasoft.com>
To: <simpits-tech@simpits.org>
Sent: 01 July, 2003 10:01 AM
Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] F-16 MFD bezels...and Square displays


> Chances are small they'll be affordable.  Companies that build flight
> certifiable systems have *hundreds* of regulations to follow when
> manufacturing things.  They must carry large liability insurance policies
> as well.  The end result is gear that only corporate customers can afford
> it.  Certifiable gear is VERY expensive.  A 2" backup ADI from Malwin
> Electronics (a builder of purpose-built simulator avionics) will set you
> back $5,000.00.  A full size flight director (again, not for flight use)
> can be as much as $30k.
>
> A 1:1 aspect ratio screen would be great, but I don't think you'll find
> one for a price you can afford.
>
> g.
>
>
> On Tue, 1 Jul 2003, Wg Cdr BB Misra, VSM (Retd) wrote:
>
> > Dear List,
> > To go with the bezels, have a look at www.tannas.com for square aspect
> > displays. Wonder how expensive their services are. Any other sources for
> > square LCDs?
> > - Misra
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Gene Buckle" <geneb@deltasoft.com>
> > To: <simpits-tech@simpits.org>
> > Sent: 01 July, 2003 8:14 AM
> > Subject: [simpits-tech] F-16 MFD bezels...
> >
> >
> > > How many of you would be interested in buying MFD bezels if I can
convince
> > > this company to sell to the hobby market?
> > >
> > > They might be able to build them for you Viper jocks at a reasonable
cost
> > > if there is enough interest.
> > >
> > > g.
> > >
> > >
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