Garmin celebrated the delivery of the 1 millionth certified avionics product from its manufacturing facility in Olathe, Kansas, Nov. 22, 2017. The milestone product was a GTX 3000 DO-260B compliant Mode S Extended Squitter (ES) transponder, which enables ADS-B Out transmissions and features TCAS II/ACAS II compatibility for a wide range of aircraft. Garmin officials note […]
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Visual Approach Guidance now available for GTN 650/750
New features in the latest software upgrade for Garmin’s GTN 650/750 touchscreen series include visual approach guidance, control and display of the GTX 3000 transponder and GTS 8000 Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II)/Airborne Collision Avoidance System (ACAS II), as well as LNAV+V approaches without Space-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) service. Visual approach guidance […]
Garmin redefines flight displays and engine monitoring solutions
Garmin has introduced the touchscreen G500 TXi, G600 TXi, and G700 TXi flight displays, as well as the engine information system (EIS) TXi. Boasting a clean-sheet touchscreen design, the TXi family incorporates greater situational awareness tools, according to Garmin officials. Three displays are available, offering flexibility for panel configurations, including a 10.6-inch display, and two versions […]
Stratus ES integrates with Garmin, Avidyne navigators for affordable ADS-B
FARGO, North Dakota — Appareo has added to its Stratus family of cost-effective, easily-installed certified avionics for general aviation. Just like Stratus ESG, the company’s flagship transponder, the new Stratus ES is a certified 1090 Extended Squitter (ES) ADS-B Out transponder designed with the common 1.65” form factor to easily replace existing transponders. While Stratus […]
Garmin Pilot adds synthetic vision to Android mobile devices
Garmin has introduced several enhancements and an expanded feature set for the Garmin Pilot application on Apple and Android mobile devices. New for Android, Garmin Pilot customers can now access synthetic vision (SVX), as well as pilot-configurable checklists within the app, according to company officials. Garmin officials report that customers using Garmin Pilot on an Apple mobile […]
Garmin D2 Charlie aviator watch introduced
Garmin has introduced the D2 Charlie aviator watch, a timepiece that boasts global navigation information, moving maps and a host of connectivity options. Designed with pilots, aviation enthusiasts and aspiring pilots in mind, the D2 Charlie aviator watch features real-time worldwide weather radar, as well as airport information that includes frequencies, runway information, weather data […]
GDL 82 ADS-B datalink introduced
Garmin has introduced the GDL 82 Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) datalink, the latest addition to its line of certified ADS-B solutions. The GDL 82 is a small, lightweight Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) with built-in GPS that integrates with the aircraft’s existing transponder and transponder antenna. For aircraft owners looking for a turnkey solution to satisfy […]
Adaptor introduced to make G5 compatible with range of autopilots
Garmin’s G5 electronic flight instrument will soon be compatible with a wide-range of third-party autopilots available on the market. Using the new GAD 29B adapter, the G5 directional gyro (DG)/horizontal situation indicator (HSI) can interface with a variety of autopilots to provide heading and course error to drive the autopilot. With a compatible navigation source, […]
Garmin unveils retrofit autopilots for general aviation aircraft
Garmin has introduced the GFC 600 and GFC 500, solid state attitude-based (AHRS-derived) autopilots for fixed-wing general aviation aircraft. The GFC 600 and GFC 500 incorporate a number of safety-enhancing technologies, including Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP), underspeed protection, overspeed protection, Level Mode, Flight Director (FD) and more, according to company officials. The GFC 600 autopilot […]