What is factory OHC (overhauled condition) equipment and where does it generally come from?
As one can imagine, avionics manufacturers have many units that are surplus to their needs. Whether it be from over-production or warranty returns, federal regulations prohibit manufacturers from selling most returned units (even if unused) as factory new. Therefore, many of these units are available for dealers to purchase for their distribution. Many consumers who have purchased factory reconditioned have commented that the units appear new and unused. Manufacturers generally refurbish units to like new condition before selling to dealers but many of these units are indeed new and unused. Some examples where manufacturers receive back new, unused units would be an over-supply situation to an aircraft manufacturer or over-production caused by low demand and high inventories.
