Daher gave an update on the HomeSafe autoland capability for the TBM 940 in a media briefing on Wednesday, May 6. Senior vice president of Daher’s Aircraft Division, Nicolas Chabbert, announced that Garmin’s emergency Autoland capability—standard on all 2020 940 models—would be available once final certification testing was complete. Phil Straub, executive vice president for Garmin Aviation, gave specifics on the challenges faced in making the final yards to the finish line—particularly the detailed coordination with air traffic control and its representative constituents within the federal government. Still, Straub expressed confidence that the final certification would be complete this summer.
Daher Updates on HomeSafe Autoland for the TBM 940
Key Takeaways:
- Daher announced that Garmin's HomeSafe autoland capability for the TBM 940 is nearing final certification, expected this summer, and will be available as standard on 2020 models and as a retrofit for 2019/2020 models.
- The HomeSafe system features a simplified, passenger-centric interface with an activation button placed outside the pilot's main instrument panel.
- Despite a 50% decrease in TBM fleet activity in April 2020, Daher/Kodiak are optimistic, noting increased general aviation use as an alternative to airlines and a rise in deferred maintenance at service centers.
- The company adapted its manufacturing protocols for COVID-19 and its aircraft were utilized for pandemic relief efforts, including transporting ventilators and medical personnel.
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