KAP 140 STC'd replacement

[Rich]

I have had very good luck with my KAP 140. Unless my KAP 140 breaks or unless a new autopilot was very cheap and very good, I am not particularly interested in replacing something that works well for what I need an autopilot for.

Same here. And even if "the KAP140" breaks, because it's actually a system comprised of numerous parts it'd probably be more cost-effective to simply replace/repair the offending device. But when the time comes that the KAP140 parts are no longer supported/available, it'd be nice to have some options.

I had some unacceptable behavior problems in the first couple of years I owned the plane (200-2004). But after a software update and servo replacement (done under warranty) it;s been totally reliable now for 13 years.

But to point out the obvious, a cost-effective option for those DA40's purchased without an A/P would be helpful.

[Charles]

With my steam gauge DA40 with no AP, I would be interested in an STC for a new installation with servos and all. Would be willing to discuss lending my plane for certification purposes.

[BurdetteB]

They are developing a autopilot for part 25 and is looking for interest in the part 23 aircraft ( da 40). So far I have not seen much interest for replacement of the kap 140 in the g 1000 configuration. Their seems to be interest in non autopilot and aspen configurations.

[Kurt h]

The KAP 140 in my plane is annoying sometimes (climb porpoising, extra button pushes to coordinate w G1000, no auto holds or missed approaches, etc), but not likely enough to justify what I expect will be $8k++ for a complete new system with servos. But if they have a real bargain.......

[Thomas]

Same for me - a slide-in replacement for non-g1000 aircraft. Cost and EASA compliance is a factor.

[blsewardjr]

I'm assuming that this replacement would require a certified AHRS, which my 2003 steam gauge lacks. Nonetheless, I would be interested in a replacement if it can play with an Aspen or G500 or some other AHRS. The KAP 140 is ok if the conditions are benign but any but the mildest cross-wind on approach makes it way over correct to the point that in IMC I disconnect it.

[Lance Murray]

I suspect the cost would be far higher than 8K if a servo change is required.

The KAP 140 in my plane is annoying sometimes (climb porpoising, extra button pushes to coordinate w G1000, no auto holds or missed approaches, etc), but not likely enough to justify what I expect will be $8k++ for a complete new system with servos. But if they have a real bargain.......

[Charles]

I'd be willing to pay much more than 8k for a complete AP.

[Erik]

Would it be STC for first install for those few DA40's with no autopilot at all?

[Seamus]

I would be very interested.