Avionics Upgrades Go a Long Way

A number of fascinating technology updates have emerged in business aviation recently, particularly related to avionics.

Michael Wildes

Wednesday, May 03, 2023 at 02:04 PM ET

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Garmin announced in October that it acquired a supplemental type certification (STC) from the FAA for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in the Dassault Falcon 7X business jet. [Courtesy: Dassault Aviation]

Key Takeaways:

Garmin's GI 275 electronic flight instrument received FAA approval for installation in the Dassault Falcon 7X, marking its first entry into business jets and showcasing its versatility for both general aviation and high-end aircraft.
Aircraft owners and operators are increasingly investing in avionics retrofits, such as Garmin's G5000 and Avidyne's Atlas system, to extend the operational lifespan, enhance safety, and improve the capabilities of their aircraft.
These modern avionics upgrades offer benefits like synthetic vision, advanced GPS approach capabilities (LPV), reduced pilot workload, and increased access to airports, making older aircraft more functional and safer.

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Garmin’s announcement in October that it acquired a supplemental type certification (STC) from the FAA for the GI 275 electronic flight instrument in the Dassault Falcon 7X business jet should give operators and pilots a reason to celebrate. The announcement came as part of Garmin’s press run at the National Business Aviation Association’s Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) held in Orlando in October 2022, and it was one of many fascinating updates in business aviation, particularly related to avionics.

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