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Flight Displays and Engine Monitoring Solutions Reimagined with G500 TXi, G600 TXi, G700 TXi and EIS TXi

We’re excited to announce Garmin's Newest Offering, 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 and vibrant presentation, the TXi family incorporates greater situational awareness tools and an innovative feature set into a contemporary avionics platform. Three displays are available, offering optimal flexibility for panel configurations, including a large 10.6-inch display, and two versions of 7-inch displays, in portrait and landscape orientations. The 10.6-inch display can operate as a primary flight display (PFD), multi-function display (MFD) and optional integrated EIS in a highly customized package, while the 7-inch portrait display can be dedicated to any one of those functions. The 7-inch landscape display is available exclusively as a dedicated EIS solution. The G500 TXi system is intended for Part 23 Class I/II aircraft under 6,000 lbs. and the G600 TXi flight displays are intended for Class III aircraft that weigh up to 12,500 lbs. The G700 TXi is exclusively for Part 23 Class IV and Part 25 aircraft that weigh greater than 12,500 lbs. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the G500 TXi/G600 TXi and EIS TXi systems are targeted for approval in Q4 2017, which will feature a comprehensive approved model list (AML) containing over 600 single-engine piston, twin-engine piston and turboprop aircraft makes and models, offering the most configurable, state-of-the-art glass flight display solution in the market.

7-inch portrait G500 TXi. Vibrant, state-of-the-art touchscreen display The TXi family incorporates a familiar touchscreen design with modern processors that support improved map and chart rendering, faster panning and contemporary single-finger zoom and pinch-to-zoom gestures. Through any combination of the touchscreen or dual concentric knobs, pilots can quickly access and view flight information at a glance. Modernized displays and large fonts offer improved readability, while the simplistic user-interface helps reduce overall pilot workload. Pilots will also appreciate a familiar in-flight experience behind the TXi series as the user interface is harmonious with multiple Garmin products, such as the GTN 650/750 touchscreen navigators. Greater scalability, building block design and simplified upgrades Multiple panel configurations and display orientations allow pilots and aircraft owners to better leverage their current or future avionics investment. Three display formats support 26-approved cockpit configurations and over 600 aircraft makes/models. Installation configurations vary as the TXi family is also capable of displaying engine information on a dedicated 7-inch display or in split-screen mode on the 10.6-inch display. Up to four displays can be installed in a single cockpit, offering superior scalability in hundreds of aircraft. Contributing to a streamlined installation and simplified maintenance, the TXi displays are available with integrated attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) and a display-mounted air data computer (ADC), typically alleviating the need to separately locate, mount and wire these sensors. As an additional option for remote mounting, a combined air data and attitude heading reference system (ADAHRS) is available or AHRS and ADC are available separately. Installation is further minimized for aircraft with an existing G500/G600 as the TXi series are compatible with previously installed Garmin sensors. The TXi family will also interface with the new GFC 600 autopilot and is compatible with a wide range of additional third-party autopilots available on the market. Industry-first touchscreen EIS solutions Available as an integrated solution within the 10.6-inch G500 TXi and G600 TXi system or as a standalone 7-inch EIS display, the TXi series display real-time engine indications in an easy-to-read format. The TXi family supports various features, including lean assist mode, pilot-configurable advisories and more, providing pilots with the opportunity to achieve greater fuel economy, improved engine efficiency and superior engine operation. Compatible with single-engine and twin-engine normally aspirated or turbo-charged aircraft, the EIS TXi system supports Lycoming or Continental 4/6-cylinder engines, offering a broad range of aircraft compatibility. The integrated EIS TXi solution also allows for a variety of integration possibilities with the G500 TXi and G600 TXi glass flight displays. When the EIS TXi system is paired with a GTN 650/750 and Flight Stream 510, Connext automatically downloads engine and other flight information to the Garmin Pilot app on an Apple mobile device, which is then synced to flyGarmin.com. The flyGarmin website allows pilots to view information such as track logs, cylinder head temperatures (CHT), exhaust gas temperatures (EGT), oil temperatures and more. Pilots can also view flight parameters such as altitude and airspeed alongside an interactive moving map on the website. In addition to wireless engine and flight data downloads to Garmin Pilot, data can also be logged and stored on an SD card within EIS TXi.

Garmin EIS TXi. Connext wireless connectivity When the TXi series is paired with a GTN 650/750 touchscreen navigator, Connext wireless connectivity offers additional capabilities. Flight Stream 510 is an option with the GTN 650/750, which enables Database Concierge, the wireless transfer of aviation databases from the Garmin Pilot app on a mobile device to a GTN and the TXi system. Flight Stream 510 also supports the sharing of a breadth of information with compatible mobile devices running Garmin Pilot or ForeFlight Mobile, including two-way flight plan transfer, traffic, weather, GPS information and back-up attitude information as available. Best in class reversionary mode – say goodbye to standbys In configurations where multiple displays are installed, the TXi series offer reversionary mode as a single system is capable of displaying all pertinent flight information, including EIS when installed. Additionally, the 7-inch TXi displays are compatible with an optional back-up battery, which can power the display for 30-minutes in the event the aircraft electrical system fails. Aircraft owners that install a dual 7-inch G500 TXi system on the pilot’s side of the cockpit, with dual ADAHRS and a back-up battery can also forego the requirement for standby flight instruments. Next generation HSI adds mapping The TXi family boasts a geographical map overlay within the horizontal situation indicator (HSI) on the PFD, which also supports the overlay of NEXRAD, Flight Information Service-Broadcast (FIS-B) weather, SafeTaxi airport diagrams, traffic, terrain and more. For example, pilots can overlay terrain within the HSI map, while simultaneously viewing traffic and flight plan information without significantly diverting their attention away from the PFD. It is also easy to navigate within the HSI map as pilots can simply zoom in/out on the map using a single finger gesture. Fully loaded functionality The G500 TXi and G600 TXi also support additional features and options: Customizable crew profiles allow pilots to configure and save settings such as audio volume levels, backlight settings, map configurations and more so they can be recalled prior to each flight. Pilots can overlay and animate NEXRAD radar from FIS-B and SiriusXM Aviation weather on the moving map on the MFD. Various global datalink weather products are available when paired with the GSR 56. Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) In traffic and FIS-B weather display on the PFD/MFD via the GTX 345 transponder or GDL 88 ADS-B datalink. GWX 70 weather radar compatibility offers four-color storm cell display, as well as Turbulence Detection and Ground Clutter Suppression as options. Support for a wide range of third-party weather radars is also available. Pilots are offered significant savings on database subscriptions as OnePak annual database and PilotPak global database subscriptions are compatible with these displays. Smart Airspace highlights the airspace nearest the aircraft’s current altitude and de-emphasizes non-pertinent airspace. Pilots can view and alternate between Garmin FliteCharts® or optional Jeppesen charts. Jeppesen VFR Manual charts (formally known as Bottlang charts) are available within Europe and European Visual Reporting Points (VRPs) can be overlaid on the moving map. WireAware™ wire strike avoidance technology overlays powerline locations and relative altitude information on the moving map and provides both aural and visual alerting when operating near powerlines. Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT) is standard on the G600 TXi and presents a 3D depiction of terrain, obstacles, traffic and the runway environment, providing pilots with an elevated level of situational awareness. SVT is available as an option on the G500 TXi. Class B Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) alerting is available as an option. Compatibility extended to include the GTS 800/825 Traffic Advisory Systems (TAS) and the GTS 855 Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), as well as select third-party traffic systems. Patented TargetTrend™ and TerminalTraffic™ is available with select traffic systems and provides pilots with a more intuitive method of judging target trajectories and closure rates. Compatible with the GRA 55 radar altimeter, as well as select third-party radar altimeters. Optional support for Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) operations. An optional dedicated PFD controller provides pilots with an additional source to make adjustments to the heading bug, barometric setting, altitude bug and more. A back-up GPS antenna is also built into the displays, providing redundancy in the event a primary GPS navigator fails. The G500 TXi and G600 TXi touchscreen flight displays and EIS TXi are targeted for approval in Q4 2017 via a comprehensive AML that contains over 600 aircraft makes and models. Pricing for the TXi series is as follows: G500 TXi 7-inch display: starting at $11,995 6-inch display: starting at $15,995 Addition of EIS to a G500 TXi flight display starting at $4,995 G600 TXi 7-inch display: starting at $18,995 6-inch display: starting at $24,995 Standalone EIS TXi (twin-engine, six-cylinder piston aircraft such as a 58 Baron) Starting at $17,935 System variants that come with new sensors and variants that support existing G500/G600 sensors are also available. Pricing and availability of the G700 TXi touchscreen flight displays for Part 25 aircraft will be announced at a later date. The TXi family also comes with a two-year warranty, which is supported by Garmin’s award-winning avionics product support team. For additional information, visit www.garmin.com/TXi or contact Clinton at [email protected]. Read the full article

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Introducing Dynon Certified

For years, pilots of certified aircraft have been forced to choose between maintaining their outdated, legacy instrumentation or upgrading their panel with expensive, piecemeal avionics upgrades. That changes now: The upcoming certification of Dynon’s flagship SkyView HDX system represents a breakthrough in the availability of affordable retrofit avionics solutions for type certificated aircraft.

John Torode, Dynon founder and CEO, says “For years, thousands of light sport and amateur-built aircraft pilots have benefited from Dynon’s intuitive, affordable, and safety-enhancing integrated avionics systems. We’re ready to bring the Dynon approach to the rest of the GA fleet.”

Dynon Certified systems are the first affordable, complete, integrated avionics packages designed to be installed in a wide variety of GA aircraft. With roots in light sport and experimental aircraft, Dynon products have already been installed in over 20,000 aircraft in hundreds of types, usually by amateur-builders. Dynon products are designed to install quickly and efficiently, minimizing the cost of modernizing aircraft panels. SkyView HDX, Dynon’s flagship integrated avionics system, is coming to type certificated aircraft

The Dynon Certified line features SkyView HDX, Dynon’s flagship integrated avionics platform that replaces legacy equipment with a modern, affordable system. SkyView HDX can do it all: Primary Flight Display with Synthetic Vision and Angle-of-Attack; Autopilot; Engine Monitor with all EGTs/CHTs, Lean Assist, and Fuel Computer; Mapping with Flight Planning, ADS-B Traffic and Weather, and Electronic Flight Bag; Mode S Transponder with 2020-compliant ADS-B Out, Battery Backup and more. SkyView HDX’s bright touch screen works with ergonomic knobs and buttons to offer positive, intuitive controls in all flight conditions. Dynon Certified: suitable for a broad range of aircraft and missions

Even early STC installations will encompass a range of light aircraft capability, from piston singles like the Cessna 172 to complex retractable twins like the Beechcraft B58 Baron. Dynon expects to continuously expand the approved model list (AML) to a broad range of type certificated aircraft. Dynon Certified products: not just VFR Installing SkyView HDX does not change aircraft certification basis or operating limitations. All primary flight instruments, including attitude, are fully IFR capable. The system also includes an independent backup EFIS. SkyView HDX is additionally compatible with popular IFR navigators like the Avidyne IFD series and the GTN/GNS series. Dynon Certified Pricing and Availability Dynon expects to receive STC and PMA approval for the Cessna 172 and Beechcraft B58 Baron shortly, with additional aircraft types to follow. Installation will be available through a Dynon direct installation center in the Seattle area, as well as through a network of approved installers. Pricing for Dynon Certified products will be the same as for the LSA/experimental versions, with affordable STCs priced separately. The cost of the equipment installed in the initial C172 is approximately $16,000. This complete SkyView HDX system includes Primary Flight Instruments, Engine Monitoring, Autopilot, Mode S Transponder with 2020-compliant ADS-B Out, Mapping with Flight Planning, ADS-B In Traffic and Weather, Battery Backup, and more. It also includes redundant flight instruments via a Dynon EFIS-D10A. The initial C172 STC will be priced at $2000. Additional Information For more information, contact Clinton. Click to Post

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Garmin Introduces D2™ Charlie Aviator Watch

GPS Smartwatch with High-resolution Mapping, Weather Radar Overlay and More Garmin is pleased to announce the D2 Charlie aviator watch, an elegant and functional timepiece that boasts global navigation

information, rich and colorful moving maps and a host of connectivity options. Designed with pilots, aviation enthusiasts and aspiring pilots in mind, the D2 Charlie aviator watch features high-resolution mapping, real-time worldwide weather radar, as well as airport information that includes frequencies, runway information, METAR data and more. Garmin Elevate™ wrist heart rate technology also allows customers to measure heart rate 24/7 alongside daily activity tracking1. Available with leather and silicone bands or in a titanium edition featuring titanium and silicone bands, D2 Charlie can easily adapt in seconds using these new QuickFit™ bands for use in the cockpit, on the golf course or in the boardroom.

Detail-rich Moving Map Aviation-inspired signature accents along the bezel and a unique feature set tailored to aviators bring additional to the cockpit. A colorful, dynamic moving map incorporates key landmarks, such as airports, NAVAIDs, roads, bodies of water, cities and more, offering improved situational awareness. Dedicated Direct-to and Nearest buttons along the side of the bezel allows for immediate navigation commands. When D2 Charlie is paired with Garmin Connect™ on a connected mobile device, customers can view weather radar on top of the map display relative to flight plan information. To easily access local weather radar, pilots can simply press and hold the Direct-to and Down buttons. Pilots can also overlay estimated time en-route (ETE), universal coordinated time (UTC) or other pilot-selectable data fields on top of the map, so it’s easy to monitor the progress of a flight and view pertinent flight information simultaneously. Premium Materials, Elegant Style For improved durability, D2 Charlie offers a bold design made of premium materials, including a sapphire scratch-resistant crystal lens and a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated titanium bezel. Thanks to the new QuickFit™ bands, pilots can mix and match between their choice of titanium or leather and silicone watchbands and switch between them in seconds without tools. A sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display with an LED backlight on the watch face allows customers to view data in most lighting conditions in the cockpit. D2 Charlie offers up to 20 hours of battery life in GPS mode, up to 12 days in smartwatch mode and up to 3 weeks in watch mode. Create Flight Plans, View Airport Information and More To aid in navigation3, D2 Charlie incorporates many new exclusive functions and capabilities. Airport information pages

display communication frequencies, runway information (including dimensions and surface type), weather data and more for a specified airport. D2 Charlie also comes with free, wireless lifetime aviation database updates. The flight log page allows pilots to conveniently reference recent flights at their wrist, displaying date, flight duration, total distance and more of a particular flight. Additionally, improved flight planning capabilities include the option to add multiple waypoints within a single flight plan and the ability to navigate direct to any waypoint in a flight plan. Comprehensive integration within the Connext® ecosystem sets the D2 Charlie aviator watch apart from other aviator watches on the market. When using the Garmin Pilot™ application on a compatible Apple® or Android™ mobile device, pilots can wirelessly transfer a flight plan to D2 Charlie. GPS data from the watch can also be shared and used by the Garmin Pilot application. Remote control of the VIRB® Ultra 30 action camera and VIRB 360 is also available using the D2 Charlie aviator watch.

Advanced Multisport Features The D2 Charlie aviator watch comes preloaded with a full multisport toolset for running, golfing, cycling, swimming, skiing and more. Whether customers are in the cockpit, at the gym or on the golf course, Garmin Elevate™ wrist heart rate technology provides 24/7 heart rate monitoring, without the need for a chest strap. Water rated to 100 meters2, it can also withstand swimming and other water activities. In addition to a wide variety of sport profiles, D2 Charlie incorporates activity tracking functions, which count steps and provides a customized step goal each morning, while also counting calories and distance throughout the day1. It also features a vibration move alert after 1 hour of inactivity, and its sleep mode to monitor quality of rest at night. More Ways to Stay Connected Boasting a variety of connected features, the D2 Charlie merges style and sophistication into a single timepiece. Two built-in aviation-tailored customizable watch faces allow pilots to input the tail number of their aircraft. When paired with a compatible smartphone, customers can view phone calls, text and email smart notifications4 at their wrist. D2 Charlie is compatible with Connect IQ™, so pilots and aviation enthusiasts can customize their watch with apps, widgets, data fields and watch faces that can proudly display the tail number of their aircraft. Customers can even personalize the watch face of their D2 Charlie with a favorite image such as a logo or photo of their favorite aircraft thanks to the Garmin Face It™ app that lets customers create a watch face using a JPEG image. D2 Charlie Aviator Watch Part Number UPC Description List Price 010-01733-33 753759187996 D2 Charlie Aviator Watch, Titanium Edition, EMEA $999.00 010-01733-31 753759187972 D2 Charlie Aviator Watch, EMEA $799.00 Compatible Accessories 010-12491-01 753759176860 Charging/Data Clip $24.99 010-12517-00 753759166984 QuickFit™ 26 Watch Band, Black Silicone $49.99 010-12517-01 753759166991 QuickFit 26 Watch Band, Amp Yellow Silicone $49.99 010-12517-02 753759167004 QuickFit 26 Watch Band, Flame Red Silicone $49.99 010-12517-03 753759167011 QuickFit 26 Watch Band, Moss Green Silicone $49.99 010-12517-04 753759167028 QuickFit 26 Watch Band, Brown Leather $79.99 010-12517-05 753759167035 QuickFit 26 Watch Band, Slate Gray Stainless Steel $149.99 D2 Charlie Aviator Watch Features Specs Full-color dynamic moving map with airports, navaids, roads, bodies of water and more Physical dimensions 51 x 51 x 17.5 mm Dedicated Direct-to and Nearest buttons Lens material Sapphire crystal Worldwide airport database with airport information (frequencies, runways and more); free lifetime database updates. Display type Sunlight-readable, transflective memory-in-pixel Baro-adjustable altimeter Display size 1.2" (30.4 mm) diameter Multiple time zones with Zulu/UTC Display resolution 240 x 240 pixels Automated flight logging Water rating 10 ATM Connext® capable — transfer flight plans from Garmin Pilot™ Built-in memory 16 GB NEXRAD, METARs, TAFs and more available with compatible internet connected device Weight Silicone band: 89 g Titanium band: 147 g Leather band: 95 g Elevate™ wrist heart rate technology Battery type Rechargeable lithium Smart notifications (displays email, text and other alerts when paired with a compatible device) Battery life GPS mode: Up to 20 hours UltraTrac™ mode: Up to 35 hours without wrist heart rate Smart mode: Up to 12 days Watch only mode: up to 3 weeks Step counter, sleep monitoring, multisport activity profiles Wireless connectivity Bluetooth® Smart, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® In the Box D2 Charlie Aviator Watch USB Charging/data Cable Titanium or Leather Watch Band Trial Subscription of Garmin Pilot™ app Black Silicone Watch Band Documentation 1 See Garmin.com/ataccuracy for more details 2 See Garmin.com/waterrating for more details 3 D2 Charlie is not intended to be used as a primary navigation source 4 When paired with compatible smartphone; see Garmin.com/BLE for more details Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Garmin is under license. Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Click to Post

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Garmin Introduces D2™ Charlie Aviator Watch

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G5 for Certificated Aircraft to Integrate with Select Pre-Existing Autopilots

Garmin Announces Third-Party Autopilot Support Garmin is pleased to announce the G5 electronic flight instrument will soon be compatible with a wide-range of third-party

autopilots available on the market. Utilizing 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 from G5 to drive the autopilot. With a compatible navigation source, the G5 can also interface with select autopilots for coupled flight in heading and navigation modes. Additionally, when interfaced with a GTN 650/750 or GNS 430W/530W, the G5 can provide GPSS roll steering navigation from the navigator to the autopilot. Pilots can simply select GPSS on the G5 and heading mode on the autopilot and the autopilot will fly smooth intercepts, holding patterns, procedure turns and more. Third-party autopilot support is expected to include the following autopilots: Century II/III

Century IV (AC), IV (DC) Century 21/31/41 Century 2000 Cessna 400B Cessna 300 IFCS/400 IFCS Honeywell (Bendix King) KAP 100/150/200 Honeywell (Bendix King) KFC 150/200 Honeywell (Bendix King) KAP 140 Honeywell (Bendix King) KFC 225 S-TEC 20/30/40/50/55/60-1/60-2/65 S-TEC 60 PSS S-TEC 55X Garmin expects to expand third-party autopilot compatibility for the G5 electronic flight instrument in the future. The GAD 29B is expected to be available in September 2017. Effective immediately, all new orders will include the new GAD 29B adapter at no additional cost. Additionally, Garmin is working on an amendment to the existing G5 supplemental type certification (STC) that allows a certificated aircraft owner to mount the G5 electronic flight instrument flush with their aircraft instrument panel. Garmin expects the FAA STC to be complete Q3 2017. Garmin is continuing to work with EASA to incorporate these changes into the EASA STC as well. Timing for EASA approval is related to a number of factors and Garmin will provide a formal announcement and update once EASA certification has been achieved. Part Number Description List Price K10-00280-30 G5 for Certificated Aircraft, HSI w/GAD™ 29B Kit $3,148.00 Contact Clinton for a free quote for your aircraft. Click to Post

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Garmin GFC™ 600 and GFC™ 500 Autopilots

Revolutionary, Cost-effective Retrofit Autopilots for General Aviation Aircraft Garmin is pleased to announce the GFC 600 and GFC 500, solid state, attitude-based autopilots for fixed-wing general aviation aircraft. The unique design of these autopilots delivers superior in-flight characteristics, self-monitoring capabilities and minimal maintenance needs when compared to older-generation autopilot systems. Boasting a robust feature set, GFC 600 and GFC 500 incorporate a number of technologies that can improve safety, such as Garmin ESP™ (Electronic Stability and Protection), underspeed protection, Level Mode, Flight Director (FD) and more. The GFC 600 autopilot is intended for high-performance piston single/twin-engine and turbine aircraft that have a wide range of aircraft speed and performance characteristics, while GFC 500 is intended for less complex piston single-engine aircraft. Built upon the acclaimed performance of the popular GFC 700 autopilot, GFC 600 and GFC 500 provide pilots with a suite of advanced autopilot capabilities that are an economical addition for a growing number of aircraft. GFC 600 Autopilot for High-performance Single/Twin-engine Piston and Turbine Aircraft

GFC 600 is designed as a standalone autopilot that boasts superior integration capability with G500 and G600 glass flight displays, Garmin navigators as well as a variety of third-party flight displays, instruments and navigation sources. The self-contained GMC 605 autopilot controller incorporates backlit keys and a bright, sunlight-readable display that depicts autopilot status and mode selection. An intuitive built-in control wheel also provides convenient adjustment of aircraft pitch, airspeed and vertical speed modes. When the level button is selected, the aircraft automatically returns to straight-and-level flight. Standard mark-width design of the GFC 600 autopilot controller allows for routine installation into the aircraft’s avionics stack.

GFC 600 includes environmentally hardened GSA 87 autopilot servos designed for harsh operating conditions. The servos contain a brushless DC motor and a gear train that eliminates the need for a mechanical slip clutch, offering improved performance and reducing maintenance requirements when compared to decades old servo designs. If a G600/G500 flight display is not installed in the aircraft, an optional GI-285 autopilot annunciator panel can display the selected autopilot mode in the pilot’s primary field of view and retains an identical footprint of third-party autopilot annunciators on the market. In the absence of a compatible airspeed and pressure altitude source, an optional air data module attaches to the backplate

ofthe GMC 605. Initial Supplemental FAA Type Certificate (STC) for GFC 600 has been completed in the A36 Bonanza and B55 Baron aircraft with the 58 Baron, and more aircraft models, as well as EASA validation to follow. GFC 500 Autopilot for Certificated Single-engine Piston Aircraft Built upon the popular G5 electronic flight instrument, the GFC 500 autopilot integrates specifically with a G5 to provide pilots

with an economical autopilot and modern flight instrument (G5 is sold separately). The GMC 507 mode controller contains large, dedicated keys and knobs, a control wheel that allows for easy adjustments to aircraft pitch, airspeed and vertical speed and a level button that returns the aircraft to straight-and-level flight. Similar to GFC 600, the GSA 28 servos utilized on the GFC 500 also contain brushless DC motors and gear trains that eliminate the need for a mechanical slipclutch. The G5 provides input and display of altitude preselect, heading, vertical speed target, airspeed target and Flight

Director command bars for the GFC 500. The optional GAD™ 29 adapter allows GFC 500 and G5 to interface with select Garmin GPS or VHF navigators. Initial FAA STC for GFC 500 is expected to be completed on select Cessna 172 aircraft models in the fourth quarter of 2017, with select Cessna 182 and Piper PA-28 aircraft models and more to follow. As usual Garmin will work with EASA for a STC validation after the initial FAA STC has been received. GFC 600 and GFC 500 Feature Set: Cutting Edge Autopilot Design and Reliability The full-featured GFC 600 and GFC 500 autopilots provide thousands of existing general aviation aircraft with a simple, light-weight, cost-effective autopilot upgrade path. GFC 600 and GFC 500 both incorporate solid state attitude with robust self-monitoring capabilities to provide superior autopilot performance, high reliability and stability benefits that are similar to the popular GFC 700 autopilot. In addition to traditional autopilot capabilities such as altitude hold, vertical speed and heading, GFC 600 and GFC 500 also include the following features: Premium functions and advanced capabilities such as altitude pre-select1 and indicated airspeed hold mode; VNAV will be a growth function when appropriately equipped Pilots can select, couple and fly various instrument approaches, including GPS, ILS, VOR, LOC and back course approaches2,3 Built-in GPS roll steering capability eliminates the need for external roll steering converters for smoother navigation tracking when installed with a compatible navigator Level Mode button, which automatically engages the autopilot to restore the aircraft to straight-and-level flight Underspeed protection helps prevent the pilot from stalling the aircraft if the autopilot is engaged in an inappropriate manner Overspeed protection helps prevent the pilot from exceeding aircraft maximum speed (VNE) if the autopilot is engaged in an appropriate manner With the addition of an optional yaw servo, Yaw Damping (YD) mode minimizes yawing oscillations while also helping to maintain coordinated flight by keeping the slip/skid indicator centered Flight Director command bars can be displayed on G5 with the GFC 500, while GFC 600 displays Flight Director on a variety of flight displays, such as G500 and G600 Pilots can fly coupled ‘go-arounds’ during missed approach sequencing. A remotely-installed go-around button commands the Flight Director to display the appropriate pitch attitude required for the missed approach procedure and activates a loaded missed approach when paired with a GTN™ 650/750 navigator An optional pitch-trim servo adds automatic trim and manual electric trim Control wheel steering is available on GFC 600, which allows the pilot to adjust pitch, roll, altitude hold, vertical speed or airspeed references using the control yoke Garmin ESP™ (Electronic Stability and Protection) As a standard feature, pilots receive Garmin ESP with the GFC 600 and GFC 500 autopilots. Electronic Stability and Protection, which works to assist the pilot in maintaining the aircraft in a stable flight condition. Garmin ESP functions independently of the autopilot and works in the background to help pilots avoid inadvertent flight attitudes and provide airspeed protection while the pilot is hand-flying the aircraft. Should the pilot become inattentive and exceed pre-determined pitch, roll or airspeed limitations, Garmin ESP provides gentle nudges on the flight controls to lessen the aircraft’s pitch attitude or bank angle. The correcting force becomes stronger if the aircraft pitch, bank or airspeed exceedance grows further away from the preset limits. In the event the pilot becomes incapacitated and the system detects it has been activated for an extended period of time, the autopilot engages with the Flight Director in Level Mode, bringing the aircraft to level flight until the pilot commands otherwise. Autopilot torque is limited such as the pilot can always overpower the servo and hand-fly the aircraft. For maneuvering flight, Garmin ESP can be disabled manually. The GFC 600 autopilot has received FAA STC in the A36 Bonanza and B55 Baron and is expected to be available in August 2017 with list prices starting at $19,995 and $23,995, respectively for a 2-axis autopilot with electric pitch trim. For customers who already have a G5 electronic flight instrument, GFC 500 for the Cessna 172 starts at a list price of $6,995 for a 2-axis autopilot. Initial STC completion and availability for GFC 500 is expected on select Cessna 172 models in the fourth quarter of 2017, with select Cessna 182 and Piper PA-28 aircraft models to follow. GFC 600 – A36 Bonanza Part Number Description List Price Dealer Price Pitch/Roll/Pitch-Trim (3 Servos) 010-01993-00 Kit, GFC600, 2 Axis w/ Pitch Trim $17,500.00 $13,125.00 K11-00018-00 A36 Bonanza GFC 600 STC Install Kit, 3 Servo $2,495.00 $1,871.25 Pitch/Roll/Yaw/Pitch-Trim (4 Servos) 010-01993-01 Kit, GFC600, 3 Axis w/ Pitch Trim $22,000.00 $16,500.00 K11-00018-01 A36 Bonanza GFC 600 STC Install Kit, 4 Servo $2,995.00 $2,246.25 Additional Components 010-01598-03 GI 285, Standard Kit $1,995.00 $1,496.25 011-04426-00 GMC Air Data Module $450.00 $337.50 Yaw Option (Used to Upgrade from 2 Axis System) 010-01469-00 GSA 87 Servo, Unit Only $5,995.00 $4,496.25 K11-00018-04 A36 Bonanza GFC 600 STC Install Kit, Yaw Only $995.00 $746.25 GFC 600 – B55 Baron Part Number Description List Price Dealer Price Pitch/Roll/Pitch-Trim (3 Servos) 010-01993-00 Kit, GFC600, 2 Axis w/ Pitch Trim $17,500.00 $13,125.00 K11-00018-02 B55 Baron GFC 600 STC Install Kit, 3 Servos $6,495.00 $4,871.25 Pitch/Roll/Yaw/Pitch-Trim (4 Servos) 010-01993-01 Kit, GFC600, 3 Axis w/ Pitch Trim $22,000.00 $16,500.00 K11-00018-03 B55 Baron GFC 600 STC Install Kit, 4 Servos $6,995.00 $5,246.25 Additional Components 010-01598-03 GI 285, Standard Kit $1,995.00 $1,496.25 011-04426-00 GMC Air Data Module $450.00 $337.50 Yaw Option (Used to Upgrade from 2 Axis System) 010-01469-00 GSA 87 Servo, Unit Only $5,995.00 $4,496.25 K11-00018-05 B55 Baron GFC 600 STC Install Kit, Yaw Only $995.00 $746.25 GFC 500 – Cessna 172 Part Number Quantity Description List Price Dealer Price Pitch/Roll (2 Servos) 010-01946-01 1 GMC 507, FAA-PMA $2,995.00 $2,246.25 010-01068-01 2 GSA 28, FAA-PMA $1,500.00 $1,125.00 K11-00024-01 1 Cessna 172 GFC 500 STC Install Kit, 2 Axis $1,000.00 $750.00 Pitch/Roll/Pitch-Trim (3 Servos) 010-01946-01 1 GMC 507, FAA-PMA $2,995.00 $2,246.25 010-01068-01 3 GSA 28, FAA-PMA $1,500.00 $1,125.00 K11-00024-02 1 Cessna 172 GFC 500 STC Install Kit, 2 Axis w/ Pitch Trim $1,500.00 $1,125.00 Pitch Trim Option (Used to Upgrade from System without Pitch Trim) 010-01068-01 1 GSA 28, FAA-PMA $1,500.00 $1,125.00 K11-00024-03 1 Cessna 172 GFC 500 STC Install Kit, Pitch Trim $600.00 $450.00 Available on GFC 500 or Garmin flight displays GFC 500 requires a GTN™/GNS™ navigator or GNC® 255/SL 30 for navigation and approach functions GFC 600 requires an external navigator for navigation and approach functions. 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South African ADS-B in Final Phase

We have all heard that ADS-B is coming. When is it happening? Is it really going to affect South African Airspace? Well the answer now a simple one. YES. Being very involved in the ADS-B process in South Africa, we have the final Draft of the AIC that is to be issued in the next few weeks from the SACAA. It reads:

AIR NAVIGATION SERVICES

ADS-B 1090 MHz Mode S “Extended Squitter” AIRCRAFT TRANSPONDER REQUIREMENTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Purpose The purpose of this AIC is to inform the South African ATM community of intended developments in terms of enhancing and improving Air Traffic Surveillance Services. It also serves as a means to open dialogue for the purposes of consultation with Industry prior to the proposed implementation of the Surveillance Services. In the Republic of South Africa, transponder equipage; and operation in CLASS A, and CLASS C airspace is mandated according to SA-AIP ENR 1.6.1 to ENR 1.6.5. Furthermore, CAR 91.05.1 read together with the SA-CATS 91.05.1; provide further clarity and support to this ENR mandate. Introduction In order to continue with the provision of safe, orderly, expeditious and efficient Air Traffic Management solutions and associated services; it is necessary to continuously review the enabling technologies that allow for improved continuation of these services. To this extent, the need to inform industry of safer, more efficient, and cost-beneficial Surveillance Technologies such as Automatic Dependant Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) and Mode Select (Mode S) transponder has been identified; with a view to replace legacy, less efficient, and far more expensive Primary Surveillance RADAR (PSR) and Monopulse Secondary Surveillance RADAR (MSSR) technologies. The positive gains in Total Surveillance System Performance that ADS-B and Mode S provides has been proved by other ANSP’s; and as such, ADS-B been identified to be suitable for fitment on all relevant Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) flights in the RSA in order to ensure that pertinent and essential information is fed to the Automated Air Traffic Management System. General If a new transponder is installed in an IFR or VFR aircraft, it is highly recommended that it be equipped with serviceable ADS-B and Mode S transponder in order to comply with the future effective dates for planned Mode S and ADS-B equipage. Mode S and ADS-B Planned Dates of Applicability The proposed fitment of approved ADS-B equipage is as follows: 2018 – IFR Forward fit: Any aircraft that is first registered on or after 1 January 2018 and is operated under IFR must carry a serviceable ADS-B transponder that complies with the requirements below. 2020 – All IFR aircraft: On and after 1 April 2020 operated under IFR must carry a serviceable ADS-B transponder that complies with the requirements below. 2020 – Mode S for New aircraft and Mode S for Newly installed transponders: Any aircraft that is first registered or modified by having its transponder replaced on or after 1 April 2020, and is operated in Class A, B, C or E airspace must carry a serviceable ADS-B and Mode-S transponder that complies with the requirements below. Any aircraft that operates above 10,000 feet AMSL in all declared airspace types must carry a serviceable ADS-B transponder that complies with the requirements below. Mode S and ADS-B Transponder Requirements In order to realise the full operational benefits of ADS-B, it is recommended that the equipment meets the current standard 1090ES ADS-B Link Version 2 (RTCA/DO-260B/EUROCAE ED-102A) for transponders fitted to aircraft operating in South African airspace.Aircraft that are required to carry ADS-B transponders for the purposes of using Space-Based ADS-B will be required to have their antennae fitted on to the top of the fuselage in order for the antenna to be within line-of-sight of the Space-Based ADS-B satellite constellation. (RTCA/DO-260B/EUROCAE ED-102A) transponders feature both ADS-B “out”, as well as ADS-B “in” for the purposes of Traffic Information Service Broadcast (TIS-B), and Flight Information Service (FIS-B). TIS-B allows for ADS-B “in” equipped aircraft to be provided with an electronic presentation of surrounding traffic in a lateral, longitudinal, and vertical display on their Cockpit Display of Traffic Information (CDTI) equipment. TIS-B is a Data Link-based Weather and Information system that uplinks pertinent data to the CDTI suite for improved Weather and other related information. The availability of FIS, and TIS-B increases situational awareness and safety exponentially. In South Africa, (RTCA/DO-260B/EUROCAE ED-102A) compliant transponders shall include only those operating on 1090 MHz. This standard will expressly exclude the use of Universal Access Transceivers (UAT) that operates on 978 MHz. In addition to meeting the above requirements, the equipment shall also be certified in accordance with the FAA or EASA (E)TSO-C166() or a later approved version. The mode S transponder equipment shall be certified in accordance with the FAA or EASA (E)TSO-C112 or a later approved version. The aircrafts unique 24 bit address’ (otherwise known as the mode S code issued by the South African Civil Aviation Authority) shall be strapped to the transponders without error and ensuring that it corresponds exactly with the binary or hexadecimal address issued. Confirmation of the correct strapping must be conducted by using the correct ramp test equipment. Application for this code must be made to the SACAA using form CA 91-12 which can be found on the SACAA website and must be accompanied by the appropriate fee. The GNSS position source shall be certified in accordance with FAA or EASA (E)TSO-C145a, (E)TSO-C146a or (E)TSO-C196a or later approved versions. Some later versions of GNSS receivers certified to (E) TSO-C129 may also meet the requirements, i.e. those having FDE and HPL features incorporated. The altitude source equipment supplying the pressure altitude to be transmitted by the ADS-B equipment shall be certified in accordance with the FAA or EASA (E)TSO-C88a or a later approved version. Conclusion Installations carried out on South African registered aircraft to meet the above requirements must be carried out strictly in accordance with Part 21 and Part 43 of the South African Civil Aviation Regulations and must be conducted by an Aircraft Maintenance Organisation holding the current and appropriate rating to do so. For further information, please contact the ATNS ADS-B helpdesk at [email protected] DIRECTOR FOR CIVIL AVIATION What does this mean for you the aircraft owner? Well I have summed it up as simply as possible. As of the 1st April 2020 all aircraft will comply as below: All Aircraft Flying IFR in South African Class A, B, C or E airspace must carry a serviceable ADS-B Transponder which includes Mode S. All Aircraft flying above 10,000ft MSL must be ADS-B IN and OUT compliant. ADS-B in South Africa is Satellite based and not Ground based. South Africa will only be operating on the 1090ES ADS-B network. How do you as an aircraft owner get yourself ready? There are a whole lot of different options available in the world at this time. Considering Garmin have been at the forefront of ADS-B development with EASA and the FAA they have the simplist and most comprehensive solutions. Their Transponders all operate on both ADS-B frequencies making it easier with an AML STC to have any aircraft comply to all regulations. This also makes it easier to sell and move aircraft between different Authorities and still have an aircraft that complies to each different requirement. What is this going to cost? Well, every aircraft is going to be slightly different. Some will require an IN only and some will require an IN and OUT solution. Some aircraft are already equipped with an acceptable IN display, some are not. Contact Clinton for a free no obligations quote on +27 11 659 1033 or [email protected] Here is an example of Garmin's latest offering Worldwide to comply with only OUT requirements (Below 10,000ft MSL): Garmin Announces New GTX 335 w/GPS Promotional Kit New Low Promotional Price — GPS Antenna Included Garmin is pleased to announce a new GTX 335 w/GPS ADS-B transponder kit, available at a promotional list price of only $2,995.00, now through December 29th, 2017. The GTX 335 w/GPS comes in an attractive size and form factor, making it easy to replace the most popular transponders in the industry, like the Garmin GTX 320, GTX 327 and many others. The new promotional kit bundles the GTX 335 w/GPS with a GA 35 WAAS antenna, offering customers a completely standalone ADS-B “Out” solution. Additionally, the GTX 335 w/GPS will be removed from the Garmin Installation Policy, allowing non-Garmin dealers and installers to assist with the overwhelming demand of ADS-B installations.

Seamless Installation Suitable for installation in the common 1.65-inch tall form factor, the GTX 335 w/GPS measures 10-inches in depth and the new kit includes a GA 35 external WAAS GPS antenna so the transponder can easily integrate into a wide range of aircraft.

Installation is further simplified as Garmin has created a new configuration wizard which streamlines the GTX 335 w/GPS configuration process, offering less experienced installers a simplified way to complete the setup of the unit. Using the included STC product registration card, an STC permission letter will be granted for each aircraft in which the GTX 335 w/GPS is installed, and installation documents will be included within the STC permission letter retrieval process. To retrieve these documents and the installation wizard, dealers and installers will need to redeem the single-use registration code via the website listed on the card. GTX 335 w/GPS Promotional Kit Part Number Description List Price Our Price K10-00276-03 Kit, GTX 335w/GPS, GA 35, STC Product Registration $2,995.00 $2,750.00 Click to Post

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Genesys Aerosystems Promo

February 23rd - June 30th with the purchase of a S-TEC 2100 Digital Flight Control System

Receive a FREE Lynx NGT-9000A ADS-B System!

Save significant time and money by upgrading to the S-TEC 2100 DFCS Autopilot and become ADS-B compliant at the same time! Dealers will need to include the Lynx System part numbers on the PO for the S-TEC 2100 DFCS System. 9029000-20000 NGT-9000 LRU 9060-17000-XX KIT Installation Panel Mount Options 9230-17003-01 Detachable Config Module 9230-17005-01 WIFI Interface Module PIM-9000 9060-17001-01 Kit Installation PIM-9000 Any additional Lynx options will need to be purchased directly from L-3. View Promotional Flyer (PDF) For Sales inquiries about new installations, please click here Click to Post

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1-inch Ball Mount Aera660

Mount your Garmin aera® portable GPS just about anywhere in your plane. This 1-inch ball mount is compatible with a 1-inch socket clamp. Click to Post

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1-inch Ball and Socket Mount Aera 660

Mount your Garmin aera® portable GPS just about anywhere in your plane. This 1-inch ball mount includes a 1-inch socket mount. Click to Post

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G5 Heading Indicator (DG) or HSI

Glass Upgrade for DG/HSI and Attitude Instruments in GA Aircraft Replaces traditional electromechanical instruments; can be configured in attitude, DG/HI/HSI and turn coordinator positions Bright, sunlight-readable 3.5” LCD color display, sized to fit standard 3-1/8” instrument cutout Certified via approved model list (AML) for STC’d installation on more than 560 aircraft makes and models Includes a 4-hour backup battery with battery status indicator Dual G5 installation offers reversionary display capability plus the added redundancy of dual ADAHRS and dual backup batteries

The G5 electronic flight instrument delivers exceptional performance, reliability and ease of installation as a drop-in replacement for primary attitude and/or directional gyros in type-certificated fixed-wing aircraft. Providing an economical upgrade path via a comprehensive approved model list (AML), the compact and cost-effective G5 is bringing modern “glass cockpit” reference to thousands of aircraft that would otherwise depend on older, vacuum-driven equipment. Affordable Glass Solution Designed for installation in FAR Part 23 Class 1 and Class 2 aircraft (singles and twins weighing less than 6,000 lbs), the 3.5” G5 display fits into a standard 3-1/8” round cutout, taking up just a fraction of the space and weight previously required by conventional gyro-based instruments. It’s valid for flight under VFR and IFR conditions. And, by combining visual cues and data readouts once scattered across a myriad of instruments, G5 makes flight information easier to scan — so pilots can respond more quickly and intuitively to any inflight situation. Rock-solid Attitude Reference When configured as a primary attitude indicator, G5 uses solid-state AHRS reference to provide smooth, steady and reliable horizon-based pitch and roll indications. In addition to aircraft attitude, G5 will also support display of airspeed, altitude, vertical speed, slip/skid, turn rate, configurable V-speed references, barometric setting and selected altitude — as well as visual alerts upon arriving at a preselected altitude. A built-in GPS receiver provides highly accurate groundspeed and ground track readouts. Plus, a dedicated rotary knob on the unit allows for easy adjustments to altitude bugs and barometric pressure settings. Gain A Clearer Sense of Direction To provide even more situational awareness, G5 is also approved for installation as a replacement heading indicator/directional gyro (HI or DG) or horizontal situation indicator (HSI) in your panel. When paired with an affordable GMU 11 magnetometer, GAD™ 29 navigation data interface and select VHF Nav/Comms or GPS navigators, G5 can serve as your primary reference source for magnetic heading, VOR/LOC guidance and/or GPS course guidance — as well as providing distance and groundspeed indications. The unit displays both vertical and lateral GPS/VOR/LOC course deviation when available. And you can use the G5 instrument’s rotary knob to easily make and adjust course selections — or to control heading bug settings in DG installations. For added system integration, a single magnetometer can supply heading information to 2 G5 units simultaneously. Dual Displays Double Your Options By installing dual G5 displays in your panel, you not only gain dedicated instruments for attitude reference and directional gyro/HSI guidance, but you also gain the advantages of backup redundancy with dual ADAHRS and reversionary display capability. In such installations, a secondary G5 can revert to display attitude information (consolidated with heading indication) in the unlikely event of a failure in the primary attitude indicator position. For added “get home” protection, each G5 display is available with a backup lithium-ion battery, which can provide up to 4 hours of emergency operation in case of an aircraft electrical outage or shutdown. Learn More About G5 With supplemental type certification (STC) provided under an AML covering hundreds of certificated GA aircraft models, a G5 upgrade for your cockpit offers maximum capability and value for minimal downtime, paperwork and expense. You can select from an array of approved installation configurations incorporating single or dual G5 displays (please note the AML STC does not currently include support for autopilot interfaces). And no matter which installation you choose, you’ll be flying with the peace of mind that comes with our industry-leading Garmin warranty backed by our No. 1-ranked product support team. See your authorized Garmin installation center for more details on the G5 glass upgrade for your aircraft. Physical & Performance Electrical: 14 or 28 VDC aircraft power Unit size: 3.4"W x 3.6"H x 3.0"D (86.4 x 91.4 x 76.2 mm) Weight: 13.3 oz (377.0 g), unit Display size: 3.5" diagonal (88.9 mm diagonal) Display resolution: 320 x 240 pixels (QVGA), LED backlit color LCD Receiver: High-sensitivity GPS Maximum indicated airspeed: 300 kts Altitude range: -1,400 – +30,000 feet Vertical speed range: ± 20,000 feet/minute Pitch/roll range: ±360° Backup battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery life: Up to 4 hours Click to Post

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IFD540 & IFD440 Touch Screen FMS/GPS/NAV/COMs

As the heart of your ADS-B system, Avidyne’s IFD Series features the most intuitive Flight Management System in an easy-to-use, yet powerful design.

The Easy Choice Avidyne’s IFD Series of touch screen navigators represent the next generation in flight management systems. Each provides SBAS/LPV precision navigation and are designed to meet the accuracy and integrity requirements for ADS-B as part of the NextGen airspace initiative. As direct replacements for legacy systems, the IFDs each share the same basic functionality in large and compact display formats respectively.

When it comes to panel-mounted avionics, you now have a choice and the choice is easy. Avidyne. Shown left, from top to bottom: AMX240 Audio Panel, IFD540, IFD440, AXP340 Transponder, DFC90 Digital Autopilot. Direct Replacements The IFDs are direct replacements for popular Garmin GNS Series Navigators. In most cases, the IFDs can utilize the existing tray and connectors, and are compatible with all the popular interface configurations, which can greatly minimize installation costs. Hybrid Touch: Knobs & Buttons or Touch-Screen The award-winning Page & Tab user interface eliminates nested menus, allowing you to go to any page in the system with only one or two clicks. In addition to the dedicated knobs and buttons that many pilots prefer for frequent pilot actions, the IFDs Hybrid Touch capability allows pilots to perform virtually all of those same functions via the touch screen interface. Additionally, the IFDs offer MultiTouch functionalities such as pinch-zoom, map panning, and graphical flight plan editing. This can be done with the MultiTouch screen, or knobs and buttons depending on the pilot’s phase of flight. Made by Pilots for Pilots Avidyne’s full line of IFDs were designed for ease-of-use, especially during single-pilot IFR operations. As avid and enthusiastic pilots, the people at Avidyne understand the importance of workload reduction and simplicity of operation. Made for Each Other Built on a dual databus architecture, the IFD Navigators are key components in Avidyne’s panel-mounted avionics suite, which also includes the AMX240 Audio Panel, AXP340 ADS-B Mode S Transponder, and DFC90 Digital Autopilot. IFD540 shown with Synthetic Vision in “exocentric” view. See page 8 for more information on Synthetic Vision.

Navigation at your fingertips Get where you need to go. That’s why we fly. Avidyne wants you to keep your head up when flying with your family and loved ones. That’s the reason Avidyne designed their FMS to be as user-friendly as possible. Go where you need to go in two clicks or less. Easy Flight Planning Extensive testing and customer experience have proven that the IFD user interface reduces button pushes and knob twists required with previous navigators by 50%-75% or more. Dropdown menus are logically placed to provide easy data entry of airways, exit waypoints, destinations, and approach procedures. To make planning even easier, the IFDs can automatically create user-defined waypoints.

FMS Preview™ Avidyne’s exclusive FMS Preview is a powerful flight planning feature that makes it even more intuitive to load flight plans by showing you a real-time graphical depiction of each proposed modification in cyan prior to selection. FMS Preview makes it easy to visualize before selecting a desired waypoint, airway, hold or hold geometry, Direct-To, approach, approach transition and any other terminal procedures. FMS Preview also allows you to view each of the available approaches graphically prior to selection. Unlike previous generation navigators, the Avidyne IFDs allow you to quickly load any number of destination airports and multiple approaches into your flight plan.

Graphical flight planning capability allows for easy editing of your flight plan with the touch of the screen. The convenient ‘rubber banding’ feature allows you to stretch any leg in the flight plan to easily deviate for weather or to accommodate an amendment from ATC. Working Well Together

The IFDs, when paired in any combination, leverage Avidyne’s Byteflight databus architecture for cross-communication. A Keyboard Convenience feature allows for data entry on a familiar QWERTY keyboard that automatically appears when an alpha-numeric data field is highlighted, making data entry as familiar to you as your computer or smart phone. In dual installations, the dual-databus architecture allows pilots to enter the flightplan on the QWERTY keyboard of one unit, while viewing the Map on the other. GeoFill™ intelligently predicts the next waypoint entry, not based on its order in the database, but on its proximity to your current location or the previous waypoint in your flight plan. The IFDs autofill the remaining characters in the entry based upon distance from the current position, avoiding the cumbersome need to go through “bad” choices to get to the desired entry—dramatically reduces the number of pilot actions. GeoFill can reduce data entry by as much as 75%, reducing head-down time, and ultimately increasing efficiency and safety. Entering a Hold

You can easily enter and fly a Hold at any waypoint, including VORs, intersections, user-defined waypoints, airports, etc. The FMS will default to a standard hold pattern at current Heading, and all parameters are easily editable.

With v10.2 software, the IFD540/440 also supports orbit-around-a-point holding patterns. “Next Leg” Depiction

On the map, the current leg you are flying is always depicted as a solid magenta line. To give you a clear indication of your next leg, the IFD540 & IFD440 will display a magenta & white “candy cane” line, which is especially handy during entries into a holding pattern. Communications & Enhancements Managing Radios Managing your radios is easy with the IFD550, 540, and 440. Frequencies can easily be entered either by rotating the dual knobs on the left, or by using the touch-screen numeric keypad. COM frequencies can also be tuned directly by touching the displayed frequencies on Info, Nearest, and Frequency List pages. You can also simultaneously tune both the active and standby frequencies, both of which can be easily monitored when coupled with Avidyne’s AMX240 Audio Panel.

The IFD’s powerful FMS automatically nominates, auto-tunes, identifies, and monitors the NAV radio frequencies, so you may never have to tune another VOR or ILS frequency again! Should you choose to do so, manual tuning is easily completed with the pop-up numeric key pad or by simply typing the identifier for the VOR. Multiple Frequency Formats and Station Readout Communications are greatly improved with the IFDs. You can configure your unit(s) to have multiple standby frequencies, decoded agency identifiers, and Rx/Tx Indicators. The IFDs decode the active and standby frequencies based on proximity in the database and display the names of the stations in plain English, providing a handy reminder of the agency to which you will be transmitting when pressing the push-to-talk button.

Easy Radio Tuning Touching any frequency in the Info list, Freq page, or Nearest page automatically transfers it into the Standby window.

Terrain Awareness & FLTA All IFD systems offer Terrain Awareness capability which can be displayed over the color-contoured terrain base map for easy pilot recognition of an imminent encounter with nearby terrain. For an even greater measure of safety, Forward Looking Terrain Alerting (FLTA) actively projects the aircraft’s flight track in time to determine whether a collision with terrain or obstacles is imminent. Caution Alerts are provided when a collision with terrain is projected within approximately 60 seconds, and Warning Alerts are provided for terrain projected within approximately 30 seconds. (FLTA is optional on IFD440 and IFD410) Electronic Approach Charts and Airport Diagrams

The IFD5-Series includes CMax™ Approach Charts & Airport Diagrams. Utilizing Jeppesen’s Jeppview® charts subscription services, CMax provides Worldwide approach charts and a database of over 6,000 airport diagrams, most of which are geo-referenced, allowing for the display of your ownship and flight plan position right on the chart or airport diagram. IFD5-Series also supports optional European VFR (Bottlang) Charts for over 2,200 airports in 29 European countries. Click here for Jepp NAV/Charts/Obstacle Database info. Low-Fuel Alerting

When the IFD is connected to a compatible Fuel Totalizer System, the IFD will display a dashed green circle, indicating a fuel reserve of 45 minutes. A green Fuel Range Ring indicates a maximum range without reserve. Synthetic Vision

Avidyne’s Got You Covered All IFDs are equipped with Avidyne’s beautiful Synthetic Vision (SVS) for improved situational awareness. SVS is fully integrated and requires no additional boxes or wires. 3D Terrain - Terrain Awareness (SVS-TA) is provided via terrain coloration, providing visual Caution-Warning Alerting System (CAS) alerts and aural alerts terrain hazard awareness and alerting. FLTA- Forward Looking Terrain Alerting (FLTA) alerting provides an extra measure of safety by displaying a solid yellow or red impact point based on projected flight path in the event that a collision with terrain is projected. FLTA also provides visual CAS messaging & aural alerting. 3D Obstacles - Standard high, low and grouping symbology is used to clearly depict obstacles on the SVS display. 3D Traffic uses standard traffic symbology with traffic depictions indicating relative threat level by their size and relative altitude and bearing. As traffic draws nearer to you, the traffic symbols grow in size on the IFD. Airport Flags – Airfields are depicted with a METAR-style flag when in field of view. With valid METAR data from your datalink, airfield flags will be color-coded to represent the ceiling and visibility, consistent with the moving map presentation. Wireless Connectivity With built-in WiFi and Bluetooth, the IFDs feature a number of ways for you to control your unit.

Avidyne’s IFD100 tablet application gives pilots a full display and complete wireless remote control of their panel-mounted IFD System. The Avidyne MK10 wireless keyboard provides a convenient way for pilots to remotely control their IFD System. Open wireless connectivity to flight planning & mapping applications such as ForeFlight® Mobile, FlightPlanGO®, Seattle Avionics FlyQ®, AvPlan® EFB, Jeppesen® Mobile Flight Deck, Cloud Ahoy®, and AeroGlass® IFD Model Features FMS/ GPS VHF NAV VHF COM 3D SVS ARS + Dynamic SVS WiFi/BT/ FLTA Radar Video IFD550 X X X X X X Opt Opt IFD545 X X X X Opt Opt IFD540 X X X X X Opt Opt IFD510 X X X Opt Opt IFD440 X X X X Opt From 5-Series IFD410 X X Opt From 5-Series

Functionality Satellite Datalink Weather Interface Avidyne MLB700/WSI AV-300 Broadcast Datalink Receiver GDL69/A XM Broadcast Datalink using Baron Wx Services and XM® Satellite Receiver Electronic Approach Charts & Airport Diagrams (IFD540 only) CMax™ – Jeppesen Electronic Airway Manual Charts (IFD540 only) European VFR (Bottlang) Charts - optional Charts, Nav Data, and other software updates are easily field loadable via USB port. Lightning Interface Avidyne TWX670 Tactical Lightning Detection L3 WX-500 Stormscope® Weather Mapping Sensor Wx Radar Systems Bendix/King RDR2000 5-Series IFDs provide integrated control and display of your on-board Wx Radar on a dedicated page or overlayed right on the map (optional). Traffic Interface Avidyne TAS600/605/610/615/620/A TAS/AXP322 TIS Ryan 9900B/BX TAS Honeywell KTA870/KMH880 TAS/IHAS/CAS66A TCAS I L3 Skywatch 497 / HP TAS/ 791 TCAS I Garmin GTS800/820 TAS/GTS850 TCAS I/ GTX330 TIS ADS-B Interface Avidyne TAS605A/TAS615A/ TAS620A (Traffic) Avidyne SkyTrax 100/200/210 Terrain Awareness Color-Contoured Terrain Base Map Built in Americas Terrain & US Obstacle Data International Terrain Data (optional) Video Interface RS170 (optional) IFD540 features an optional RS170 video input, capable of displaying video from aircraft-mounted IR/EVS or other compatible sources. 406 ELT Interface Aviation RS-232 NMEA 0183 Applicable TSOs TSO-C34e, TSO-C36e, TSO-C40c, TSO-C44c, TSO-C110a, TSO-C112e, TSO-C113a, TSO-C118, TSO-C128a, TSO-C146d, TSO-C147, TSO-C157a, TSO-C165, TSO-C169a Specifications Display (IFD550/540/545/510) 5.7” Diagonal w/Touch Screen Full VGA - 640 x 480 pixels 65,535 colors Ultrabright sunlight readable w/LED Backlighting Display (IFD440/410) 4.8” Diagonal w/Touch Screen 640 x 235 pixels 65,535 colors Ultrabright sunlight readable w/LED Backlighting Dimensions (IFD550/540/545/510) Width: 6.30" (16.0cm) Height: 4.60“ (11.7cm) Depth: 11.00“(27.5cm) behind panel including connectors Dimensions (IFD440/410) Width: 6.30" (16.0cm) Height: 2.66“ (6.73cm) Depth: 11.0“(27.5cm) behind panel including connectors Weight (including tray & connectors) IFD550 - 9.19 lb (4.17 kg) IFD540 - 8.79 lb (3.99 kg) IFD545 - 7.48 lb (3.39 kg) IFD510 - 7.13 lb (3.23 kg) Weight (including tray & connectors) IFD440 - 6.88 lb (2.34 kg) IFD410 - 5.16 lb (3.99 kg) VHF COM Power Output 10 Watts nominal Optional 16Watt (for 28vdc installations only) Power Requirements 11 - 33VDC 4.4A/6.5A Xmit @14vdc 2.2A/4.0A Xmit @28vdc Environmental DO 160E To 50,000 ft. -20C to +55C Operating +70C Short Term Appicable TSOs TSO-C34e - ILS Glide Slope Receiving Equipment Operating within the Radio Frequency Range of 328.6-335.4 Megahertz (MHz) TSO-C36e - Airborne ILS Localizer Receiving Equipment Operating within the Radio Frequency Range of 108-112 Megahertz (MHz) TSO-C40c - VOR Receiving Equipment Operating within the Radio Frequency Range of 108-117.95 Megahertz (MHz) TSO-C44c - Fuel Flowmeters TSO-C110a - Airborne Passive Thunderstorm Detection Equipment TSO-C112e - Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System/Mode Select (ATCRBS/Mode S) Airborne Equipment TSO-C113a - Airborne Multipurpose Electronic Display TSO-C118 - Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Airborne Equipment, TCAS I TSO-C128a - Devices that Prevent Blocked Channels Used in Two-Way Radio Communications Due to Unintentional Transmissions TSO-C146d - Stand-Alone Airborne Navigation Equipment Using the Global Positioning System (GPS) Augmented by the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS).Airborne Supplemental Navigation Equipment Using the Global Positioning System (GPS) - Gamma 3 TSO-C147 - Traffic Advisory System (TAS) Airborne Equipment - Class A (Display Functions Only) TSO-C157a - Aircraft Flight Information Services – Broadcast (FIS-B) Datalink Systems and Equipment TSO-C165 - Electronic Map Display Equipment for Graphical Depiction of Aircraft Position TSO-C169a - VHF Radio Communications Transceiver Equipment Operating Within The Radio Frequency Range 117.975 To 137.000 Megahertz - Class C, E, 3 and 5 Click to Post

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IFD540 & IFD440 Touch Screen FMS/GPS/NAV/COMs

As the heart of your ADS-B system, Avidyne’s IFD Series features the most intuitive Flight Management System in an easy-to-use, yet powerful design.

With v10.2 software, the IFD540/440 also supports orbit-around-a-point holding patterns. “Next Leg” Depiction

Easy Radio Tuning Touching any frequency in the Info list, Freq page, or Nearest page automatically transfers it into the Standby window.

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TAS600 Traffic Advisory System

Avidyne’s TAS600 named “Best Traffic System” - Aviation Consumer’s August 2008 “Gear of the Year” It takes two antennas to See the whole picture. Dual antenna traffic systems simply perform better.

Dual-Antenna TAS600 Series Sets a New Standard

Traffic Advisory Systems (TAS), which are based on the technology originally developed for air-transport category traffic alert and collision avoidance systems (TCAS), have been available for general aviation aircraft for several years, but have been cost-prohibitive for many owner-flown aircraft. Until now. With the TAS600 Series, Avidyne offers four different dual-antenna TAS systems, tailored for the type of aircraft you fly. These feature-rich, affordable TAS600 series systems are fully TSO certified and fully ADS-B upgradeable, surpassing the performance capabilities of many higher-cost traffic systems and setting a new standard for active-surveillance traffic capability and affordability.

Proven Performance

Active-surveillance is vital for traffic systems to provide a full measure of safety—in busy terminal areas as well as in non-radar airspace. Avidyne’s TAS600 series systems detect and actively interrogate other aircraft transponders within range, display the surrounding traffic on a host of compatible display systems, and provide audible and visual alerts in the event of a potential traffic conflict. All TAS600 series systems provide real-time traffic monitoring and advisories, are not radar-coverage limited, and operate independent of ground-based systems. And with over 10,000 Traffic systems now in service, Avidyne’s TAS600 Series lets you fly with confidence, knowing you have a proven, accurate, and active-surveillance traffic system.

The Most Display Options

TAS600 systems provide traffic advisories by calculating range, bearing, and altitude of intruder aircraft relative to the host aircraft, and provide a graphical overlay view and traffic depiction with TCAS symbology on display systems from over 15 different manufacturers including Avidyne’s Entegra Release 9 and EX-Series MFDs, Garmin’s G1000 and 400/500-Series, and displays from Honeywell, Aspen, Collins, Chelton, Sandel, Avalex, and many others. Avidyne’s ATD150 ‘half 3-ATI’ Digital Display provides control and display functionality that can be used independently or with a multifunction display. The ATD150 adds a built-in Mute/Update, Approach Mode switch, and an Altitude Alerter function, and provides a compact alternative for displaying traffic threats when panel space is at a premium.

Models

Avidyne’s TAS600 Series systems include four models, designed for your specific aircraft needs: TAS600 Recommended for entry-level, single-engine piston aircraft, the TAS600 features a 7nm range, a 3,500-foot vertical separation maximum and 18,500-foot service ceiling. TAS605 Recommended for mid-performance aircraft and rotorcraft, the TAS605 features a 13nm range, a 5,500-foot vertical separation maximum and a 55,000-foot service ceiling. It accepts Arinc 429 Heading, permitting rapid repositioning of targets during high-rate turns. TAS615 Recommended for high-performance aircraft and rotorcraft, the TAS615 features a 17nm range, a 10,000-foot vertical separation maximum and a 55,000-foot service ceiling. It accepts Arinc 429 Heading, permitting rapid repositioning of targets during high-rate turns. TAS620 Is our very best active traffic system, the TAS620 features a 21nm range, a 10,000-foot vertical separation maximum and a 55,000-foot service ceiling. It accepts Arinc 429 Heading, permitting rapid repositioning of targets during high-rate turns. The TAS600, TAS605, TAS615, and TAS620 are designed to meet the specific needs of each class of aircraft, providing a full 30-second decision time at a closure rate of up to 1200 knots. TAS600 Series traffic systems interrogate transponders from nearby aircraft within their respective coverage volume (shown below), and provides a warning to the flight crew when the calculated time to closest approach (CPA) of any intruder and the protected area around the aircraft reaches the 30-second threshold.

Seeing the Big Picture

The TAS600 Series provides three levels of alert, so pilots can monitor traffic before it ever becomes a threat. Each of these alerts also provides an altitude separation number and may also include an Arrow pointing up or down denoting that the target is climbing or descending at a rate of 500 feet per minute or greater.

Other Traffic (OT) - Depicted as a hollow Cyan (or White) Diamond and represents traffic that is within the TAS’s surveillance area but it is beyond 6nm in range and has an altitude greater than ±1200 feet relative to your aircraft and is not an immediate threat.

Proximity Alert (PA) - Depicted as a solid Cyan (or White) Diamond on the traffic display, when the traffic is within a distance of 6nm range and its altitude is within ±1200 feet, but it is still not considered a collision threat.

Traffic Alert (TA) – Depicted as a solid Yellow Circle, a TA is displayed and an automated voice alert is activated when the calculated intercept course for altitude and direction is within 30 seconds, less than .55nm and less than ±800ft.

Heads-Up Audible Position Alert™

When a traffic conflict is eminent, pilots need the right information in real time. First-generation traffic systems only provide a “Traffic Traffic” audible alert, which then requires the pilot to look down at the display to locate the relative bearing and distance of the intruder aircraft before looking out the window. Avidyne pioneered the concept of Heads-Up Audible Position Alerting, which verbally indicates the conflicting aircraft’s bearing, range and relative altitude for rapid visual acquisition of traffic. This automated voice alert uses the same alert terminology as Air Traffic Control: TRAFFIC! ONE O'CLOCK! HIGH! THREE MILES! This type of alert provides the data a pilot needs to keep his/her attention focused outside the cockpit, scanning for oncoming traffic, and it’s another example of Avidyne’s innovative approach to avionics that makes flying simpler and safer.

Dual Directional Antennas

Standard with all TAS600 Series systems, Avidyne’s patented directional top and bottom antennas provide optimum signal coverage around the host aircraft, enabling faster updates, providing enhanced performance over single antenna systems, and maximizing safety.

Aviation Consumer Gear of the Year - 2006

“It would be nice if everyone had active traffic systems and many of us would if the cost of entry wasn’t $20,000. Avidyne has addressed this conundrum in its TAS600 traffic system, a product that proved to be the quick ripening fruit of its merger last year with Ryan International. “The TAS600 is the great gap filler between the well-regarded but expensive Skywatch system and glareshield-mounted portables that are inexpensive but lack impressive performance. “The TAS600 has good range and response, display flexibility and at about $10,000, a modest price that will suit many buyers who can’t afford a higher-priced system...” - Aviation Consumer.com Click to Post

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