How to Choose an Aviation Touch Display？

How to Choose an Aviation Touch Display?

Choosing an aviation display screen requires a comprehensive assessment of several key factors to ensure safety, functionality, and reliability in demanding aviation environments. Aviation displays are commonly used in cockpit instrumentation, avionics systems, and in-flight entertainment, and must meet specific aviation standards.

1. Display Type and Technology

• LCD (Liquid Crystal Display): Widely used in modern avionics due to its high clarity, wide viewing angles, and low power consumption.

• OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diodes): Offers higher contrast and more vibrant colors, though more expensive and less common in cockpits.

• TFT-LCD (Thin-Film Transistor LCD): Provides better color reproduction and faster refresh rates—ideal for real-time navigation data.

• LED-Backlit LCD: Preferred in power-sensitive applications, especially where energy efficiency is critical.

2. Size and Resolution

• Size: Typically ranges from 5 to 15 inches, depending on cockpit space and application. Larger screens are used for PFDs (Primary Flight Displays) or MFDs (Multi-Function Displays).

• Resolution: High resolution (e.g., 1920×1080, 1280×800, or 1024×768) is essential for clear display of complex charts, radar images, and critical flight data.

3. Brightness and Contrast

• Brightness: A display with ≥500 nits brightness is recommended for sunlight readability. Adaptive brightness is even better for changing light conditions.

• Contrast Ratio: A contrast ratio of ≥1000:1 enhances readability in low-light or night-time settings.

4. Durability and Structural Reinforcement

• Vibration Resistance: Aviation environments feature heavy vibrations. Displays should meet military or aerospace standards.

• Operating Temperature Range: Must function reliably from -20°C to +70°C.

• Water and Dust Resistance: Depending on application, choose IP65 or IP67-rated displays for dust and moisture protection.

5. Anti-Glare and Anti-Reflective Coating

Displays should feature AG (anti-glare) or AR (anti-reflective) coatings to improve readability under direct sunlight.

6. touchscreen vs. Non-touchscreen

• touchscreen: Increasingly adopted in modern avionics, but may be less stable in turbulent conditions.

• Non-touchscreen: Traditional PFDs often retain physical buttons or knobs for stable and reliable control.

7. Input and Connectivity

• Supports multiple input types (HDMI, DVI, VGA, DisplayPort, etc.).

• Compatible with avionics systems such as GPS, radar, and flight management systems (FMS).

• May require support for control interfaces like touch panels or knobs, depending on system integration needs.

8. Certifications and Standards

• FAA/EASA Certification: Commercial aviation displays must be certified by FAA or EASA to ensure safety and reliability.

• DO-160 Compliance: Displays should pass DO-160 environmental tests covering temperature, humidity, vibration, and EMI (electromagnetic interference).

9. Viewing Angle

Wide viewing angles (≥170° horizontally and vertically) ensure that pilots can clearly read the display from various cockpit positions.

10. Power Consumption

Especially in business jets or small aircraft, low-power operation is critical. Choose displays with energy-saving backlights and low standby power.

11. Cost

Aviation displays are more expensive than consumer-grade screens due to certifications and higher reliability. However, quality displays reduce long-term maintenance and replacement costs.

12. Software and System Compatibility

Ensure compatibility with avionics software for navigation, mapping, and flight data monitoring. Some displays come preloaded with route planning, weather, and aircraft performance monitoring features.

13. Special Features

• Night Mode: Reduces screen brightness during night flights to minimize eye strain.

• Data Overlay: Real-time display of speed, altitude, and heading.

• Synthetic Vision (SVT): 3D terrain mapping enhances navigation in low-visibility conditions.

Choosing the right aviation touch display is not just about performance—it’s essential to flight safety and mission efficiency. A professional selection should consider the operational environment (cockpit, external systems, ground maintenance), certification requirements, and future compatibility. Balancing features, reliability, and cost is key to ensuring long-term value and optimal flight operations.

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