Lockheed Martin Global Positioning System updates enhance system accuracy 10-15 percent
Lockheed Martin has upgraded the software processing and modeling for the Air Force’s Global Positioning System (GPS), enhancing the Air Force’s ability to monitor GPS satellites and improve system accuracy 10-15 percent for users worldwide.
The recently completed update, named the Legacy Accuracy Improvement Initiative (L-AII), doubles the amount of navigation data collected and provided to Air Force operators.
Garmin’s G1000™ Avionics Suite for the Columbia 350 and Columbia 400 aircrafts
Garmin announced that Columbia Aircraft has selected Garmin’s G1000 integrated avionics suite as the new avionics package for the Columbia 350 and Columbia 400 aircraft. The G1000 system is incorporated into an exciting new instrument panel designed by Garmin which provides elegant automotive styling and enhanced ergonomics for the pilot. In addition, Columbia will be the first manufacturer to integrate Garmin’s new GCU 476 full alpha-numeric keypad that allows pilots to perform virtually all MFD functions from a convenient pedestal-mounted keypad.
Garmin 1000 Gps selected for the Quest Kodiak aircraft
Quest Aircraft announced today that it has selected the Garmin 1000 integrated avionics suite as standard equipment for its KODIAK aircraft.
The Garmin G1000 integrates all primary flight, navigation, communication, terrain, traffic, weather, engine instrumentation, and crew-alerting system data and presents the composite information in brilliant, sunlight-readable color on three high-definition displays. The KODIAK’s flight deck will feature a three-panel G1000 system with two primary flight displays (PFDs) flanking a centrally located multi-function display (MFD).
Garmin GMA 347 the Next Generation Audio Panel for aviation
Garmin today introduced the GMA 347 audio panel. The GMA 347 builds upon the successful attributes of the GMA 340 while adding distinctive features such as automatic squelch, digital clearance recorder, full-duplex telephone interface, and additional inputs.
"The GMA 347 audio panel meets the needs of aircraft owners who require industry leading communication integration," said Gary Kelley, Garmin’s vice president of marketing. "The versatility of the audio switching functions helps reduce cockpit workload and makes the flight more enjoyable for the pilot and crew."
