Garmin Achieves STC for GFC 600 for Cessna 310R, Pilatus PC-12/47

This lets Garmin introduce a new level of autopilot and safety support for the popular light twin and single-engine turboprop.

Meg Godlewski

Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 01:43 PM ET

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The GFC 600 digital autopilot is intended for piston single and twin-engine airplanes as well as turbine aircraft. [Courtesy: Garmin]

Key Takeaways:

Garmin has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for its GFC 600 digital autopilot in the Cessna 310R, addressing significant customer demand.
The GFC 600 autopilot offers advanced features such as Smart Glide, Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP), and VNAV capabilities for various piston and turbine aircraft.
Smart Rudder Bias is now certified for Cessna 310R aircraft equipped with the GFC 600, aiding pilots in maintaining control during an uncommanded engine power loss.
Garmin also expanded its offerings for Pilatus PC-12/45 and PC-12/47 aircraft, including the GFC 600 STC and a TXi engine indication system (EIS) display for a complete cockpit retrofit solution.

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Garmin International added another supplemental type certificate (STC) to its list of offerings for flight automation Thursday as the company announced it has received the STC for the GFC 600 digital autopilot designed for use in the Cessna 310R.

“We heard from the 310R crowd loud and clear – the feedback was overwhelming and we’re excited to have this certification program completed,” says Jim Alpiser, Garmin’s director of aviation aftermarket sales.