For over 40 years, Universal Avionics has been a pioneer in aviation, dedicated to enhancing safety and efficiency for pilots and flight operations. What began with a focus on developing reliable flight management systems, recorders, and electronic displays has evolved into a comprehensive suite of solutions that guide over 35,000 airplanes and helicopters worldwide, from business aviation to airline, cargo, and civil mission operations.
Universal has always been committed to pushing the boundaries of technology. Recognizing the potential of advanced military technologies, the company forged partnerships with parent company Elbit Systems Ltd., inspiring similar developments for the commercial aviation sector. This led to the achievement of many exciting innovations and industry firsts, including wearable head-up displays, multispectral EVS cameras, Connected avionics, video management systems, image recognition using AI, and voice-to-text systems.
Today, Universal Avionics continues to lead the industry by utilizing the full power of data – integrating artificial intelligence across avionics solutions, augmented seamlessly into the pilot’s view and workflows. Taxi assistance, traffic awareness, and other visual guidance features further enhance situational awareness to prevent incursions and resolve emerging challenges. Whether it’s new industry mandates or supersonic flight – we're ready to help connect what’s next.
Beyond technological advancements, Universal Avionics is dedicated to supporting the aviation community. Our people are passionate, focusing on quality, dependability, and customer success to ensure safer skies and more efficient travel. We collaborate closely with original equipment manufacturers and dealer networks in the design, development, manufacture, and certification of solutions. Universal Avionics also invests in the future of aviation by funding scholarships for the next generation of technicians and providing comprehensive training and support. Our people are passionate, focusing on quality, dependability, and customer success to ensure safer skies and more efficient travel.
What We Do: Design, development, manufacture, certification, repair, and support of innovative avionics
Primary Product Lines:
Navigation, Electronic Display, Terrain Awareness, Recorder, Enhanced Flight Vision Systems, and Synthetic Vision Systems for Aerospace Applications.
Primary Markets: Large turbine aircraft, helicopters, and special missions
Headquartered: Tucson, Arizona, USA
CEO: Dror Yahav
Year Founded: 1981