Garmin has made its retrofit GFC-series autopilots available to additional airplanes, providing a path to safer, more relaxed flying for many more pilots.
Garmin Expands Availability of Retrofit Autopilots
Key Takeaways:
- Garmin has expanded the availability of its GFC 500 and GFC 600 retrofit autopilots to include more aircraft models, such as specific Cessna, Grumman, and Beechcraft types.
- The GFC 500 is designed for light piston aircraft, and the GFC 600 for high-performance pistons and turbines, both integrating with Garmin glass panels and navigators.
- These autopilots offer advanced features including Electronic Stability Protection, underspeed/overspeed protection, and instrument approach capabilities for safer and more relaxed flying.
- Starting prices for the systems are $6,995 for the GFC 500 and $19,995 for the GFC 600, with final costs varying by aircraft and installed avionics.
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