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Audio Authority is unveiling the newest version of its White Lightning ground power units (GPU) at this year’s EAA AirVenture. According to the manufacturer, the SmartGPU is the industry’s first connected GPU, equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, allowing a pilot to remotely control the GPU and monitor the condition of the battery.
Visitors to the show can see the unit in operation at the Piper Aircraft booth, where it will power the Piper M700 Fury on display. It will energize the single-engine turboprop’s Garmin 3000 flight deck, external and internal lighting, ventilation, and other systems.
Initially, the Kentucky-based company will offer two models, with the 3200W 28114 model providing up to 114 amperes of 28VDC power to meet the increased power needs of turboprops and business jets. The 1500W 28054 model has the same features but at 54 amperes it is tailored to smaller piston-powered aircraft.
