Garmin has introduced the D2 Bravo Titanium, an aviation GPS smartwatch. Utilizing premium materials like a hybrid titanium band and gunmetal bezel, sapphire lens and high-resolution color display, D2 Bravo Titanium combines GPS wearable technology with multisport activity profiles like golf and advanced fitness training. It incorporates Garmin Elevate wrist-based heart rate technology allowing customers to measure heart […]
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Garmin Pilot app enhanced
Garmin has unveiled new enhancements for the Garmin Pilot app for iOS mobile devices. Pilots flying around the globe, including Europe, are now offered the option of filing VFR flight plans for free directly with the country Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) with a Garmin Pilot subscription. Additional features for iOS include a flight profile view, new VFR […]
Garmin and Cessna collaborate to offer student pilots Garmin Pilot
Cessna Aircraft Company reports that student pilots who sign up for the Cessna Flight Training System through the Cessna Pilot Center network will receive a one-year Garmin Pilot subscription. The Garmin Pilot app allows pilots to plan, file, fly and log flights using their Apple or Android tablets and smartphones. “The Cessna Flight Training System has always […]
Garmin introduces G5 electronic flight instrument for experimental aircraft
Garmin has introduced the G5 electronic flight instrument for experimental amateur-built (EAB) and light-sport aircraft (LSA). The G5 serves as either a back-up instrument to G3X or other EFIS systems or as a standalone primary flight instrument, with optional autopilot mode annunciation. Boasting a 3.5-inch sunlight readable liquid crystal display (LCD) with built-in GPS, G5 displays attitude, […]
Garmin introduces GMA 245 panels for experimentals
OLATHE, Kan. — Garmin has introduced the GMA 245 and GMA 245R, all-digital, Bluetooth audio panels designed for experimental amateur-built (EAB) and light sport aircraft (LSA). The GMA 245 is a panel-mount audio panel, while the GMA 245R is a remote-mount audio panel, both designed to interface with the G3X Touch flight display. These Bluetooth-enabled audio panels boast […]
Garmin completes acquisition of DeLorme
Garmin reports it has completed the acquisition of DeLorme, a privately-held company that designs and markets consumer-based satellite tracking devices with two-way communication and navigational capabilities.DeLorme pioneered the inReach series of two-way satellite communication devices for the consumer market. These GPS-enabled devices allow the user to send and receive satellite text messages or trigger an […]
Garmin unveils the aera 660
Garmin has unveiled the aera 660, a new aviation portable. The 5-inch capacitive touchscreen boasts a bright, sunlight readable display complete with interactive maps and a built-in GPS/GLONASS receiver that can be viewed in portrait or landscape modes. The aera 660 encompasses many of the features of the aera and GPSMAP aviation portable series, adding new […]
Garmin Pilot for Android updated
Garmin has updated its Garmin Pilot app for Android, which includes integration with the new GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder, as well as additional trip planning enhancements and more. GTX 345 Integration Regardless of existing avionics configuration, the new GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder pairs with Garmin Pilot for Android to wirelessly display: Subscription-free Flight Information […]
Garmin Pilot for iOS enhanced
Garmin has updated its Garmin Pilot app, which integrates with the new GTX 345 all-in-one ADS-B transponder. The latest iOS version incorporates a new flight profile view, airspace altitude labels, trip planning enhancements, United Kingdom VFR charts for international pilots, support for X-Plane 10, and more, according to Garmin officials. GTX 345 Integration Regardless of existing avionics […]