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pyEFIS Updates and Synthetic Vision
pyEFIS is the MakerPlane open source Electronic Flight Information System written in python and aimed at installation on Raspberry Pi hardware. Recent interesting updates to pyEFIS include the...
What Is MakerPlane? A Quick Introduction
With new builders and pilots discovering MakerPlane all the time, we thought it was a good moment to share a quick refresher on what MakerPlane is, why it exists, and who it’s for. MakerPlane is a...
MakerPlane Store Closed
The MakerPlane Store is now officially closed. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who supported the store over the years. While the store has closed, the MakerPlane project, documentation, and...
MakerPlane Store Closure & Final Inventory Sale
This isn’t an easy update to share, but after a lot of thought, we’ve made the difficult decision to close the MakerPlane Store. When we first launched the store, the goal was simple: to make...
TBX App v5.1 Bug Alert – Fix Now Available
A significant issue has been identified in Version 5.1 of the TBX App for the huVVer-AVI, which can prevent proper operation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX. A corrected software release is now...
MakerPlane’s Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale 2025
MakerPlane is running a Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale again this year. From November 28th to December 1st, our 5” Sunlight Readable Touchscreen HDMI Display will be 10% off. Also take...
Important Update: US Shipping Resumed with Tariffs
Update October 2025:U.S. Customs has announced that import tariffs on all products are expected to increase 10% from 35% to 45% across all goods, including LCD screens. This change is anticipated to...
Important Update: Shipping to the USA
We want to let our US customers know about an important change that is unfortunately affecting our ability to ship orders across the border. Recently, the United States has changed the rules around...
Highlighting Open Source Aviation Projects – Part 2: 2025 Community Update
A Note on Open-Source Projects Most open-source aviation projects, including ours, are volunteer-driven. Progress can be slow, but they’re built with passion, collaboration, and a shared goal of...
AirVenture Sale 2025
In celebration of AirVenture, the MakerPlane Store is having a site-wide sale! Your support helps us continue our mission of making experimental avionics more accessible to the aviation community....
Now Available: huVVer-AVI TBX Transponder Controller with Touchscreen Support
The lowest cost tailBeaconX™ controller just got even better. MakerPlane, in collaboration with huVVer, is excited to offer the new huVVer-AVI™ TBX Transponder Controller—now available in both...
Highlighting Open Source Aviation Projects – 2025 Community Update
A Note on Open-Source Projects At MakerPlane, we know firsthand that most open-source aviation projects—including our own—are community-driven and volunteer-run. That means progress can sometimes be...
Father’s Day Flash Sale
Happy Father’s Day! MakerPlane is running a flash sale — get 10% OFF the AXIS Wiring Hub Series: The AXIS family of designs are wiring hubs that simplifies the interconnect between multiple...
MakerPlane’s Beat The Tariff Sale
Important Update for Our US Customers Looks like starting January 20th, a 25% tariff might be applied by US Customs for US customers that purchase products from MakerPlane. We aren’t increasing...
MakerPlane’s First Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale is Here!
We’re excited to announce MakerPlane’s first-ever Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale! From this Friday through Cyber Monday (December 3rd), enjoy exclusive storewide discounts of 10-30% on...
Sunlight Readable Touchscreen BACK IN STOCK
Screens are Back! The MakerPlane store has just received a fresh supply of the highly sought-after sunlight-readable touchscreen 5" display. Better act fast, because these won't last long!...
MakerPlane pyEFIS and FIX-Gateway in Flight Test
We are excited to share Ulbuilder (Eric)'s recent flight test, which showcased the capabilities of the MakerPlane pyEFIS and FIX-Gateway systems. Eric has continued to volunteer his time and make...
AirVenture 2024 Store Sale
In celebration of AirVenture, the MakerPlane store is offering a site-wide 10% off sale! Use code OSHKOSH24 at checkout now through July 31 to enjoy this special discount. Your ongoing support helps...
pyEFIS 2.0 beta Launch
MakerPlane pyEFIS 2.0 beta is now available! MakerPlane needs your help! We're asking the community to assist our development team volunteers by testing and providing feedback on the MakerPlane...
EFIS Progress Video Updates
few months ago, we posted work that ulbuilder (Eric) has been doing with the MakerPlane pyEFIS and FIX-Gateway. Eric is still at it and in this latest video, he shares his latest progress....