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 has received an FAA supplemental type certification (STC) for its GFC 500 autopilot for select Beechcraft Bonanza and Debonair aircraft models.
- The GFC 500 offers an economical and modern autopilot solution, integrating with Garmin G5 or G5/G500 TXi flight displays, and includes electronic stability protection (ESP).
- Pricing for the GFC 500 starts at $6,995 for a 2-axis autopilot if a G5 electronic flight instrument is already owned, or under $10,000 when purchased together with the G5, excluding installation costs.
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