With a rugged housing and a display that’s readable in bright sunlight—and having been tested to meet strict temperature and vibration requirements that should leave it more resistant to environmental fluctuations than an iPad—Garmin’s new aera 760 aspires to be the single device pilots can take anywhere they fly. Garmin announced the new portable GPS on Wednesday, April 29.
Garmin Debuts Portable aera 760 GPS
Key Takeaways:
- Garmin's new aera 760 is a rugged, portable GPS for pilots, featuring a sunlight-readable display and enhanced resistance to environmental conditions.
- It offers wireless updates via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, a user interface consistent with other Garmin products, and comprehensive geo-referenced mapping including IFR/VFR charts and worldwide Jeppesen approach plates.
- The device provides preflight weather and in-cockpit weather/traffic data, and can hardwire connect with other Garmin navigators and select autopilots for advanced flight management capabilities.
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