News release says Drones, Balloons, and Gliders in the headlines. The text refers to "non-powered gliders."

http://tinyurl.com/h5ca96c

It looks like the rapid proliferation of drones is driving the certification of smaller, less power-hungry ADS-B out solutions.



"PALO ALTO, Calif., Jan. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- uAvionix Corporation, a leading UAS avionics provider, announced the Ping200S Mode S Transponder with Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) has received FCC approval. Weighing just 50 grams, the transponder's power consumption is low enough to be powered by battery pack for hours while still providing visibility to other aircraft up to 200 miles away. The unique combination of small size, low power, and high visibility make the Ping200S ideal for drones, high altitude balloons, and non-powered gliders.

The FCC testing process ensures devices transmitting radio frequencies do so safely and effectively without interference to the operation of other equipment and systems. FCC approval of the Ping200S means the device meets the agency's rigorous standards to transmit safely on 1090MHz with a nominal output of 250W. In addition to FCC approval, Ping200S is designed to meet the demanding performance requirements of TSO-C199 as a Class A Traffic Awareness Beacon System (TABS)."



Paul Agnew
Treasure Coast Soaring Club