Garmin last week received an FAA supplemental type certification (STC) for installation of the GFC 500 autopilot on select Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair aircraft including models 33, A33, B33, C33, C33A, E33, E33A, E33C. Some F33, F33C and G33 serial numbers are however, excluded from the approval list. Garmin said it’s working on a GFC 500 STC for the F33A Bonanza and expects certification in the coming months.
Beech Bonanza and Debonair Approved for Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot
Key Takeaways:
- Garmin received FAA supplemental type certification (STC) for installing its GFC 500 autopilot on various Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair aircraft models, with some serial numbers excluded and F33A Bonanza certification expected soon.
- The GFC 500 offers an economical and modern autopilot solution, integrating with Garmin G5 or G5/G500 TXi flight displays and featuring dedicated controls, a level button, and Electronic Stability Protection (ESP).
- Pricing for the GFC 500 autopilot starts at $6,995 for a 2-axis system if a G5 electronic flight instrument is already owned, or less than $10,000 when purchased together with a G5 (installation costs are not included).
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