FAA Approves Integration of Aspen EDF1000 Pro MAX with Garmin GFC600

The software integration making the units compatible gives GA pilots more autopilot options.

Jonathan Welsh

Friday, February 03, 2023 at 01:19 PM ET

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New software enables integration of Aspen's EDF1000 Pro MAX with Garmin's GFC600 autopilot. [Courtesy, Aspen Avionics].

Key Takeaways:

Aspen Avionics received FAA approval for new software that integrates the Garmin GFC600 autopilot with its EDF1000 Pro MAX primary flight display.
Priced at $1,995, the software also adds selected altitude support for Trio and Bendix/King AeroCruze autopilots, and extended runway centerlines for Aspen's MFDs.
This development offers Aspen-equipped GA aircraft owners a more cost-effective upgrade path, simplifying mixed avionics panels and enhancing flight safety and ease of use.

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The FAA has approved Aspen Avionics‘ new software that allows integration of the Garmin GFC600 autopilot with Aspen’s EDF1000 Pro MAX primary flight display, the company announced.

The software also provides selected altitude support for Trio and Bendix/King AeroCruze autopilots, and extended runway centerlines for Aspen’s MFD500 and MFD1000 MAX multi-function displays. Aspen said the software is available through its authorized dealers for $1,995.