Garmin has launched two new rebate programs for King Air owners who choose to upgrade their avionics to the G1000 Integrated Flight Deck. [Read more…]
Garmin offers rebate for King Air upgrades
Garmin unveils new datalink weather receiver
Garmin has unveiled its new GDL 69 and GDL 69A SXM datalink receivers, which offer access to new weather service packages with lower activation fees from SiriusXM and its latest G4 satellite network.
The GDL 69A SXM receiver provides both pilots and passengers with SiriusXM Satellite Radio audio in addition to new weather service packages, Garmin officials said. [Read more…]
Garmin Flight Stream Bluetooth wireless gateway now available
Now available from Garmin is the Flight Stream 110/210 Bluetooth wireless gateway. Flight Stream enables connectivity and communication between some Garmin avionics and Garmin Pilot on some iPad/iPhone and Android devices.
The Flight Stream 210 is compatible with the GTN 650/750 and GNS 430/530 WAAS series navigators, as well as the GDL 88 ADS-B datalink and GDL 69/69A SiriusXM datalink receivers.
Garmin G950 STC’d for additional aircraft
Garmin has received additional supplemental type certificate (STC) approval of the G950 Integrated Flight Deck (IFD) in the Metroliner and Twin Otter aircraft, expanding the G950 portfolio to six aircraft models.
Garmin offers G3X touchscreen
Now available is Garmin’s new 7-inch G3X Touch display option for experimental amateur-built and light sport aircraft.
The newest addition to the G3X Touch family features a high-resolution touchscreen display, which complements the existing 10.6-inch G3X Touch system, offering new panel design options and added redundancy, according to company officials.
Garmin expands European FliteChart coverage
Garmin has expanded global aviation chart coverage with the latest release of European terminal charts, including instrument approach charts, SIDs, STARs, and airport diagrams.
Garmin introduces ADS-B solution for GA
Garmin has introduced the GDL 84 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) datalink, which is the latest addition to Garmin’s lineup of certified ADS-B solutions.
The GDL 84 provides an all-inclusive, minimally intrusive solution for aircraft owners looking to satisfy the requirements of NextGen, while providing the benefits offered by ADS-B In without the need to significantly modify the panel of the aircraft or the need for a multifunction display, according to Garmin officials.
Automated RNP AR NavData Validation Service introduced
Garmin and Jeppesen have introduced the RNP AR NavData Service, a new tool for pilots utilizing Required Navigation Performance – Authorization Required (RNP AR) procedures. The new service automates time-consuming data validation processes that are required for RNP AR flights, according to company officials.
First TBM 700 with G600 delivered
DAHER-SOCATA has delivered the first TBM 700 with a Garmin G600/GTN 750 new-generation glass cockpit avionics retrofits.
Garmin G5000 completes first flight on Beechjet 400A
Garmin recently celebrated the maiden flight of the Beechjet 400A featuring the G5000 Integrated Flight Deck.