Why choose Addison for Legacy Avionics Support & DER Solutions?
As avionics technology advances, manufacturers often discontinue support for older equipment, leaving operators of legacy aircraft with limited and costly options when a component fails. Addison Avionics specializes in bridging this gap. We provide expert support for older and outdated avionics, offering cost-effective repair solutions where others can’t. Our unique capability to develop proprietary DER repair specifications makes us the go-to facility for extending the life of your valuable legacy systems.
Key Features of Our Legacy Support Service
A DER (Designated Engineering Representative) repair specification is a set of FAA-approved data that allows for the repair of components when the original manufacturer’s data is unavailable. Our expert team has the authorization and experience to develop these unique DER repair specs for a wide range of older avionics. This innovative service provides a path to repair units that might otherwise be considered obsolete.
Facing a component failure on a legacy system often leads to pressure for a full, expensive panel upgrade. Our DER solutions provide a strategic, cost-effective alternative. By repairing your existing, reliable equipment, we can save you thousands in the process, allowing you to maintain your current configuration and allocate your budget more effectively.
Through our years of developing these specialized repair procedures, we have become, in some cases, the only repair facility in the continental US capable of servicing certain units. If you’ve been told a component is unrepairable, we encourage you to look no further than Addison Avionics. Our unique solutions often provide the last and only hope for servicing these critical components.
Our DER Development & Repair Process
Our process for creating new repair solutions is methodical and fully compliant with FAA standards.
Component Assessment
We receive your older or outdated unit and perform a detailed assessment to determine the feasibility of developing a new, safe, and effective repair procedure.
Engineering & Data Development
Our team researches the component and develops a comprehensive set of repair data, schematics, and procedures required for a repeatable, high-quality repair.
FAA Approval
The developed data package is submitted to a Designated Engineering Representative (DER) for a thorough review and official approval, ensuring the new repair method meets all FAA airworthiness and safety standards.
Certified Repair & Return
Once the DER repair spec is approved, we perform the expert repair on your unit, test it rigorously, and return it to you with full certification, breathing new life into your trusted equipment.
Scope of Legacy Support Services
Our specialized support for older systems includes:
