Garmin today announced European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval of the G5 electronic flight instrument for installation in certified general aviation airplanes in Europe. The approval covers light airplanes weighing less than 2,700 kilograms (5,952 pounds), and follows a similar STC for the non-TSO’d display approved by the FAA last summer.
Garmin Gains EASA Approval of G5 Flight Display
Key Takeaways:
- Garmin's G5 electronic flight instrument has received European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval for installation in certified general aviation aircraft in Europe.
- The G5 is designed to replace traditional mechanical gyro-driven attitude indicators, serving as a primary flight instrument for attitude and turn coordination.
- Approved for VFR and IFR flight in hundreds of light aircraft models (under 2,700 kg), it offers a modern, less costly avionics upgrade and includes a four-hour backup battery.
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