Autopilot Opportunity

[patrolpilot]

So, I guess that leaves the GenesysAerosystems, aka STEC?

My 400A is still working, thanks to Auto Pilots Central. When I was last there, I asked what was next when it quit and was told the 55X. The 2021 MSRP was $21K just for the A/P. So who knows, maybe the 400A will outlast me.

[mshac]

Originally Posted by patrolpilot

So, I guess that leaves the GenesysAerosystems, aka STEC?

My 400A is still working, thanks to Auto Pilots Central. When I was last there, I asked what was next when it quit and was told the 55X. The 2021 MSRP was $21K just for the A/P. So who knows, maybe the 400A will outlast me.

I have the 60-2 with electric trim, altitude and vertical speed presets. Very nice to fly behind.

My understanding is that AP Central can repair just about anything on a 400A - Why not just let them keep it flying for you rather than spend $30k on a new AP + install???

It may not be a modern digital AP, but its certainly better than nothing!

[GAdams]

I got a quote for a 55X today. It does have the Altitude Select interface with the Aspens which are already installed but no electric trim. The wait time is 12 weeks for the equipment to arrive at the dealer. Dealer install time was not discussed. $36,164 plus tax and extras like shipping, shop supplies, dealer extras and front and rear floor mats. They would not quote a 60-2 even though I asked for one. There is a 16 week lead time.

I think the moral here is if you have an autopilot love the one you are with. If you don't, you don't and you may never have an autopilot.

How do you spend that much money for one piece of equipment on a 1969 337D? I just can't pull the trigger.

[mshac]

Originally Posted by GAdams

I got a quote for a 55X today. It does have the Altitude Select interface with the Aspens which are already installed but no electric trim. The wait time is 12 weeks for the equipment to arrive at the dealer. Dealer install time was not discussed. $36,164 plus tax and extras like shipping, shop supplies, dealer extras and front and rear floor mats. They would not quote a 60-2 even though I asked for one. There is a 16 week lead time.

I think the moral here is if you have an autopilot love the one you are with. If you don't, you don't and you may never have an autopilot.

How do you spend that much money for one piece of equipment on a 1969 337D? I just can't pull the trigger.

Don't forget the extended warranty, curb feelers, under-coating, mud flaps and window tint. The Finance Manager will see you now in his office.

[patrolpilot]

Yep, sticking with the 400A and Autopilots Central. I cannot see putting that kind of money into my '77 G.