Having researched a replacement for the original Century II single axis autopilot in my C-182L, the STC Group and the Trio Pro Pilot provided an excellent, local and cost affordable solution. The panel mounted option was ideal, and the level of service and attention to detail in both the install and customer support from the STC staff made the transition smooth and painless.

Curt Castagna N3377R

A year ago I was at an air show and saw a TruTrak autopilot and since my original 300 navomatic had finally quit, it wasn’t worth investing anymore money into it. They didn’t have the STC at the time for my 182L but said it was due soon. I signed up for it and a month later they had the STC. I sent them my money and received the equipment shortly after. My installation got 75% completed but it was evident that it wasn’t going to work on my plane and STOL kit. It was at this point that TruTrak quit responding to my inquiries after I dealt with them for 10 months. I gave up and my attorney got involved and he got results. In the meantime I read an article about STC group’s autopilot and I checked out their website and videos. I was very impressed with them. I called and spoke to Jeff Odum and told him my concerns.  He asked for pictures of my interior wings. He had me talk to AJ, who is the IA, and he said their autopilot would work for my set up. I made an appointment and flew to their location where they were above and beyond helpful. It was a perfect installation and everything was explained to me as they were doing it and why. 

After the work was completed we went up and flew a couple hours of instruction. It was an easy learning curve. When I had questions they were there with the answers. 

Stephen Helms N3158R