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AVIONICS

FOURTH GENERATION GPS

AND NEXT IN GTN XI SERIES

have brought the most widely adopted nav- instrument approach procedures, as well
igators to the industry and we’re excited to as visual approach guidance. Based on a
he new GTN 650Xi and GTN 750Xi add one more to the family.” published glide path angle or a three-degree
T- the next generati on of in-fl ight Modern processing power and state- glideslope from the threshold of the runway,
visual approaches also take into account ter-

navigation technology – are here. of-the-art hardware within the GTN rain and obstacle clearance to assist pilots in
Designed as a direct slide-in upgrade 650Xi/750Xi supports faster map rendering flying a stabilised approach to the runway in

to the previous generation GTN 650/750, and smoother panning throughout the visual flight conditions. Approach types that

pilots can preserve their panel and mod- touch screen navigator. incorporate radius-to-fix (RF) leg types are

ernise the cockpit with these new GTN It boasts a large, ultra-high-resolution also supported by the GTN Xi series. Addi-
650Xi and GTN 750Xi. display and wide viewing angle that offers su- tional capabilities include the option to add

The all-in-one GPS/NAV/COMM boasts a perior readability in the cockpit. The displays a published or custom holding procedure,

feature-rich multifunction display and can initialise within seconds of start-up, providing vertical navigation (VNAV), graphical flight

integrate with new or existing remote-mount immediate access to frequencies and flight plan editing on the moving map and more.

equipment such as a transponder or audio plan information, saving valuable time in the The colourful, multifunction display-like

panel. Dual-core processors and modern aircraft. Preserving the same form factor as map allows pilots to better visualise their

hardware also prepare the GTN Xi series for the previous generation GTN 650/750, the dynamic position relative to potential haz-

advanced capabilities in the future. 6-inch-tall GTN 750Xi and the 2.65-inch-tall ards, such as terrain, weather and traffic.

The GTN 650Xi and GTN 750Xi have GTN 650Xi offer an intuitive touchscreen Geo-referenced instrument approach

received Federal Aviation Administration design with a dedicated direct-to button and procedures can be overlaid on the map

(FAA) approval and are available imme- dual concentric knob that provide added con- page, offering superior situational aware-

diately for fixed-wing single-engine and venience when interfacing with the display. ness when transitioning from the en-route

multi-engine piston, turbine and experi- Retaining all the features of the GTN to approach phase of flight.

mental aircraft, with helicopter and busi- 650/750, the GTN Xi series adds a vibrant Terrain alerting is included within the GTN

ness aircraft approvals soon to follow. display and vivid colours that enhance the Xi series and further enhances situational

“After decades of innovation and pioneer- contemporary look of the new navigators. awareness by using its internal terrain and
ing the GPS/NAV/COMM, we’re excited to When installed alongside a G500 TXi or G600 obstacle database to provide audible and Garmin unveils the NEW GTN 650/750 Xi Series

bring the fourth generation GTN 650Xi and TXi flight display, the GTN Xi series brings a visual terrain proximity alerts, including,

GTN 750Xi to the market,” said Carl Wolf, vice new level of modernisation to the cockpit. ‘terrain ahead, pull up’ and ‘obstacle ahead,

president of aviation sales and marketing. Highly complementary, the GTN Xi and pull up’. Helicopter Terrain Awareness and

“Garmin was the first to introduce the the TXi flight displays share similarities in Warning System (HTAWS), TAWS-A and - Modern Design with Faster Processor and Sharper Display

all-in-one navigator with the iconic GNS display, appearance and hardware qualities. TAWS-B are available as options.

430/530. Over time the GNS WAAS and the For example, both products feature an angu- Superior integration with an array of

industry-first GTN 650/750 touchscreen lar bezel so the pilot has a near-seamless avionics on the market makes the GTN

navigators were added to the line-up along experience when transitioning between the 650Xi/750Xi a simple and straightforward - New Dual-core Processor

with state-of-the-art features such as voice touchscreen flight display and the navigator. solution to incorporate into any cockpit.

control, wireless connectivity and more. The GTN 650Xi/750Xi offer advanced For additional information, visit

As the leader in GPS cockpit navigation, we navigation functions, including ILS and LPV www.garmin.com/GTNXi. Q - Display Slide-In Upgrade for Original GTN Series

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