Commander Owners needed.
I am doing a panel upgrade. I would like to do a digital AutoPilot as well. As you all know the Rockwell and commanders came with Century one and two autopilots mainly. To truly get a 2 axis auto pilot with compatibility with the new avionics the only option is genesis 3100. However this is not been STCed.
Below is an email to my avionics shop from Genesys. The gist of it is that if we can get 15 Rockwell/commanders on a list for the 3100 auto pilot genesis will proceed in getting the STC. After that you can still opt out from proceeding with the install, or continue and then make the payment at that Time.
Please read below and anyone interested contact myself, Frank Humbles phone 843-602-5715 or email Fhumbles@hotmail.com. I will be glad to get the list together for Genesys and keep everyone updated. Thanks. Frank
From Genesys to C-Ray avionics in Athens, GA
“Also we are collecting names of people who would be interested in our 3100 autopilot so we can begin the STC process. Genesys Aerosystems is looking for 15 owners to either upgrade their S-TEC system to (or install a new) S-TEC 3100.
Genesys Aerosystems S-TEC 3100 is a fully featured, attitude-based autopilot that gives you a list of workload-reducing and safety-enhancing capabilities that were previously unavailable on aftermarket autopilots. Compatible with traditional steam gauges or advanced digital sources & EFIS displays from various manufacturers, the S-TEC 3100 delivers unmatched features and benefits:
Precise, digital flight control for every phase of flight
2-axis (3-axis option on some models)
Automatic Trim included
Envelope Protection/Alerting
Straight and Level Recovery
Precision Approaches/Missed Approaches
Indicated Airspeed Hold
Altitude Preselect
Moreover, much more!
The most significant benefit to submitting a purchase order (early) is that we will extend the 2-year warranty to 3 years for all new parts from the factory (new installs and new controllers/servos). Also, we are offering a 2-year warranty on any currently installed S-TEC servos. No matter how old they are.
The extended warranty offer is only valid until we gain the STC. Once that occurs, the regular warranty period will be offered.
We would need a commitment from 15 model owners to proceed with the STC. The commitment would be in the form of a purchase order to a Genesys Authorized Installation Center. This purchace order is non-binding and retractable (until the STC is issued and we start building the system) so if your circumstances change, you are not obligated to purchase. There is no deposit. Zero money down untill we are 3 to 4 weeks out from issuance of STC and then a second call will be placed to all the shops that have placed a purchase order.
For more information on the 3100 please view this link:
https://genesys-aerosystems.com/products/s-tec-3100-r
For the owners who currently have an S-TEC autopilot installed, the upgrade price will depend on the equipment already installed. The 3100 AP would be an outstanding bargain to get the benefits of a fully integrated digital autopilot, especially considering the additional safety features which it will bring. Upgrades start at $9,995 retail.
For the owners who currently do not have an S-TEC autopilot installed. The 2-axis S-TEC 3100 is $19,995 retail for a new digital flight control system, which includes altitude hold, auto trim and altitude preselect, as well as new features such as envelope protection and straight and level mode. The 3-axis version adds Yaw Damper and is $24,995 retail. You would need to talk to your dealer about installation time/price.
For more information on all of our systems please view this link:
https://genesys-aerosystems.com/product-category/autopilot
Do you already have an S-Tec dealer that you are working if? If not you can find a dealer here:
https://genesys-aerosystems.com/dealer-locator
Please let me know if I can provide any more information. Thank you.
Best Regards,
Doug Tellef
Inside Sales Representative
P: (817) 215-7628
F: (940) 325-8808
M: (940) 452-4882
Email: Doug.Tellef@genesys-aerosystems.com
Website:
www.genesys-aerosystems.com
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