Plummit
Well Known Member
I recently sold a used Uavionix Tail-beacon that was removed from a certified aircraft (C-172). The original installation was performed by an A&P IA in Dec of 2019. The unit worked flawlessly until it was removed by Ramona Avionics when we upgraded to a Garmin GTX345.
As the buyer attempted to install the Tail Beacon he noted that there were "loose parts inside". It turned out that the circuit board was broken internally, but there was no damage to the exterior.
I called Uavionics and spoke with David. He informed me that if the installation wasn't done correctly, when the screws are tightened it puts pressure on the circuit board which then breaks inside the plastic shell. He said that they have seen this over 100 times! Uavionics will only give a 50% discount on another unit if this happens.
If you are installing a UAV tail beacon please read and understand the installation instructions and be careful!
-Marc
As the buyer attempted to install the Tail Beacon he noted that there were "loose parts inside". It turned out that the circuit board was broken internally, but there was no damage to the exterior.
I called Uavionics and spoke with David. He informed me that if the installation wasn't done correctly, when the screws are tightened it puts pressure on the circuit board which then breaks inside the plastic shell. He said that they have seen this over 100 times! Uavionics will only give a 50% discount on another unit if this happens.
If you are installing a UAV tail beacon please read and understand the installation instructions and be careful!
-Marc