Aviation Compass Equipment 

Despite technological advances, aircraft compasses continue to be essential pieces of equipment in every aircraft's cockpit. Choosing a top-quality aircraft compass that meets your requirements must be a top priority to ensure safe and enjoyable flying experiences. Chief Aircraft Inc. is your one-stop supplier of aircraft navigational instruments, so whether you need the latest model of mag compass or a new bracket to mount your equipment securely, you can count on us to supply and deliver. 

Which Aviation Compass Is Best?

For such a small instrument, there are a number of variations on the basic aviation compass design, but the two basic types are:

1. Vertical card compass: Precision vertical card compasses from manufacturers like Prevision Aviation replaced their liquid-float type predecessors. They eliminate the need for refills and make aviation compasses less messy.
2. Wet (aka whiskey) compass: Wet compass technology has improved due to major advances in design and available materials. The SIRS Unlit Navigator Magnetic Glareshield compass incorporates silicone fluid in the system, which provides impressive temperature consistency. 

Aviators select a compass based on their specific requirements and preferences. However, magnetic compasses are prone to errors. That means you will also need to consider where the best place is to mount your compass so that it's affected as little as possible by your aircraft's magnetic components.

If you are replacing your current magnetic compass, you might want to find a model that will fit in the same spot as the original one. The most effective locations for an aviation compass are usually hanging from the top of the glare shield frame or mounted on top of the instrument panel. Modern swivel mounting systems on some models and compass brackets give you more options regarding where you can position your mag compass.  

Why Choose Chief Aircraft Inc. for Aviation Compasses? 

Chief Aircraft Inc. is a premium supplier of specialized cockpit equipment for your plane. Our extensive range of magnetic aviation compasses includes the following top brands: 

• SIRS: The largest manufacturer of aviation compasses in the Western world.
• Precision Aviation: A leading provider in the aerospace industry.
• Airpath: Manufacturer and supplier of quality compasses and magnetic instruments.

Flight instruments are specialty aviation equipment, so you want to choose a supplier with a wide selection and expertise to provide additional information regarding fitting and accessories. Chief Aircraft Inc. understands the nuances and variability of how our compasses perform under different settings and can provide expert advice to help you make the best choice. With over 40 years of experience and facilities conveniently located in Oregon and Florida, you won't have to wait long to receive your new navigational equipment.

Stay on Course With an Aircraft Compass From Chief Aircraft Inc.

When you are ready to upgrade or need replacement parts or equipment for your cockpit, contact Chief Aircraft Inc. Browse our range of aviation magnetic compasses to find what you need or connect with an expert team member who can answer any questions you may have.