Garmin unveils D2 Air X15 and D2 Mach 2, its newest aviator smartwatches
Garmin unveils D2 Air X15 and D2 Mach 2, its newest aviator smartwatches Pilot-centric watches boast avionics connectivity and tools aviators will want on the ground and in the skies Garmin is pleased to announce the D2™ Air X15 and the D2 Mach 2, its latest aviator smartwatches with advanced aviation, health, fitness and other valuable smartwatch features. Including bright AMOLED touchscreen displays and built-in speakers and microphones, the newest D2 smartwatches add avionics connectivity, aviation-centric morning reports, voice commands and more. The D2 Air X15 will light the way with its new LED flashlight and PlaneSync™ compatibility, while the D2 Mach 2 matches the X15 capabilities and introduces additional features such as advanced aviation maps and alerts for weather conditions exceeding personal minimums. Designed for the most demanding pilot lifestyles, the D2 Air X15 gets up to 10 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, while the D2 Mach
Cirrus Perspective+ Upgrade for SR G3, G5, and Select G6 Aircraft Update
Cirrus Perspective+ Upgrade for SR G3, G5, and Select G6 Aircraft Update Garmin is pleased to provide additional information regarding part numbers, pricing, and known limitations for the upcoming Cirrus Perspective+ Upgrade STC. While the certification process is still ongoing, this information should help customers better understand the pricing and applicability of the upgrade. Please note that certification is not complete as of the date of this release, and the details provided are subject to change. Orders placed will be shipped at a future date, once the FAA STC is achieved. The Perspective+ Flight Deck Upgrade, based on the popular G1000 NXi, offers new and enhanced features, including Runway Occupancy Awareness (ROA), stabilized approach advisories, new connectivity options, and more. The upgrade will be available for Cirrus SR22T, SR22, and SR20 G3 and G5 series aircraft that are equipped with the original Cirrus Perspective® system. It is expected to be
Trig Avionics Summer Promotion
TRIG Avionics Summer Promotion Valid through July and August, Save $400 on the TX56 Nav/Com series. Buy a TI106 with a TX56 and save an additional $400 ($800 Total Savings). Contact us for a personalised quote for your installation needs.
DYNON D3 SHOW SPECIAL
Dynon D3 AirVenture Promotion LIMITED TIME OFFER Dynon Avionics is excited to extend a show special for Oshkosh this summer. For the week of Oshkosh and through August, the D3 is $180 off its normal price. Whether or not you’re going to AirVenture or staying home this year, this special offer “A Little Attitude for Everyone.” Shop Now
New Garmin Pilot update introduces internet traffic to the app
New Garmin Pilot update introduces internet traffic to the app Garmin Pilot Web and SmartCharts also feature new enhancements Garmin has rolled out major functionality updates to Garmin Pilot™ for iOS and Android, introducing real-time internet traffic, expanded SmartCharts features, and improved visual tracking tools on Garmin Pilot Web. These updates provide pilots with increased situational awareness, precision approach support, and greater usability across flight platforms Internet traffic on mobile Now available worldwide to all Garmin Pilot subscribers, the mobile app supports a new internet traffic layer, previously limited to Garmin Pilot Web. This layer allows pilots to: View real-time aircraft traffic overlays on the moving map, similar to ADS-B traffic Interrogate aircraft for details such as: Departure/destination airport (if filed) Aircraft type, airspeed, altitude Flight track and callsign Search by tail number for quick identification Benefit from differentiated icons based on aircraft type Internet traffic on Garmin Pilot Web
Garmin Expands PlaneSync Capabilities with Automated Flight Logging and Third-Party Analysis Integration
Garmin Expands PlaneSync Capabilities with Automated Flight Logging and Third-Party Analysis Integration Garmin has enhanced its PlaneSync™ technology with powerful new integrations that automate aircraft flight logging and streamline post-flight data analysis. Aircraft owners and operators can now unlock deeper operational insights through seamless connectivity between Garmin avionics and a suite of analytical platforms — all via flyGarmin.com. Technical Highlights and System Capabilities Automatic Flight Log Sync: Flight data, including GPS track, engine performance, CO levels, aircraft total time, and more, is recorded from compatible Garmin avionics and automatically uploaded via: GDL® 60 Datalink + PlaneSync Subscription, or Flight Stream 510 + Garmin Pilot App Comprehensive Flight Data: Includes GPS, engine trends, attitude, aircraft time, departure data, and environmental readings Cloud-Based Storage: Flight logs are stored and managed securely on flyGarmin.com Advanced Analysis Through Service Integration Pilots and operators can now opt in to share flight logs with leading third-party
Cirrus Perspective+ Flight Deck Upgrade for SR Series G3 and G5 aircraft
Cirrus Perspective+ Flight Deck Upgrade for SR Series G3 and G5 aircraft There’s never been an easier way to add new, state-of-the-art features and enhancements to your Cirrus SR Series G3 or G5 aircraft. Available for Cirrus SR22T, SR22, and SR20 aircraft equipped with the original Cirrus Perspective® system, the Perspective+ upgrade delivers even greater performance and capability to your panel to help enhance peace of mind and add more convenience to your flights. Plus, select G6 aircraft can incorporate an optional software upgrade and new connectivity options. The Cirrus SR Series G3 and G5 Upgrade Advantage The Perspective+ flight deck provides a clear path for bringing next-generation technology to the cockpit suite you already know — and the aircraft you love. Brighter, Faster High-resolution Displays Modernized displays — available in 10 inches or 12 inches depending on your configuration — offer improved readability. Multicore processors support smoother panning and faster
Garmin Introduces GDM 4500 and GDM 450R Remote-Mount DME Radios.
Garmin Introduces GDM 4500 and GDM 450R Remote-Mount DME Radios. Now Compatible with TXi Flight Displays — Shipping Q3 2025 Garmin has launched two advanced Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) systems — the GDM 4500 and GDM 450R — bringing high-accuracy, remote-mount DME capabilities to a broad range of aircraft, including general aviation, turbine platforms, and rotorcraft. These digital DME radios are engineered for seamless integration with Garmin TXi™ flight displays, integrated flight decks, and select third-party systems. They provide precise slant-range distance measurements to DME ground stations and introduce support for multi-channel operation, DME-DME RNAV, and automated scanning. Technical Highlights and Capabilities GDM 450R — For Part 23 General Aviation Aircraft Dual-frequency tuning: Supports two active DME channels simultaneously via NAV radios DME Hold Function: Maintains slant-range distance even when NAV frequency changes Multi-channel scanning (optional): Enables up to three additional DME frequencies for RNAV Free Scan capability: Automatically searches
Garmin Expands TXi Lineup with New 12.1” Touchscreen Display – Shipping Q3 2025
Garmin Expands TXi Lineup with New 12.1” Touchscreen Display – Shipping Q3 2025 Garmin has announced the launch of a new 12.1-inch TXi touchscreen display, extending the G500 TXi and G600 TXi family for piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft. This larger-format display significantly advances situational awareness, user interaction, and integration flexibility for both retrofit and forward-fit platforms. Key Technical Specifications: 12.1” LCD touchscreen with 33% more active display area than the existing 10.6” model Thin-bezel design maintains panel width for drop-in upgrade flexibility PFD, MFD, or split PFD/MFD configuration supported on a single unit Optional EIS (Engine Indication System) strip available High-resolution, sunlight-readable screen optimised for cockpit visibility Dual-core processor for faster map rendering, zooming, and panning Available in black or gray bezel to match TXi/GTN Xi panel aesthetics Compatible with TXi software version 3.80 or higher Operational Benefits and System Enhancements Increased Display Utility and Situational Awareness Expanded HSI
Optional Audio Panel Capability for GTR 205 Now Available
Add Your Heading Text Here Optional Audio Panel Capability for GTR 205 Now Available New Enablement Creates All-in-One COMM Radio and Audio Panel Garmin is pleased to announce new updates for the GTR 205 and GTR 205x slimline comm radios are now available. New and existing GTR 205 and GTR 205x COMM radios may be upgraded to software version v2.30. Additionally, the optional audio panel enablement is now available for purchase. New capabilities available via the enablement include a four-place intercom, dual-COMM switching and COMM playback. New audio panel capabilities The existing two-place intercom functionality can now be expanded to a four-place intercom, enabling communications with passengers in addition to your co-pilot. Individual volume controls are available for the pilot and co-pilot – with a combined setting for passengers. All four positions have dedicated mic-in for auto-squelch and can automatically sense noise levels in the cockpit and adjust the mic
We are Hiring: Licensed Avionics Technician
Join the Aeronautical Aviation Team! We are seeking two qualified and licensed Avionics Technician’s to join our Avionics Department. Candidate Requirements: A minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in the General Aviation industry. Experience on General Aviation Light Aircraft. Possession of the following valid licenses: W/X Instruments W Avionics X Compasses Experience in Mandatory Periodic Inspections. Experience in System Fault Finding – Engine and Flight Instrumentation – Compass Systems Experience with Gyroscopic Instrumentation will be an advantage. Experience with Turbine Aircraft Phase Inspections. Must be a strong team player with excellent technical skills. Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their CV to: [email protected]. Let’s build the future of flight together.
Garmin Adds GFC 600 Approvals
Garmin Adds GFC™ 600 Approvals Now Available for the Cessna 421B Garmin continues to raise the bar for general aviation safety and performance. We’re excited to announce that the FAA has granted STC (Supplemental Type Certificate) approval for the installation of the GFC™ 600 autopilot in Cessna 421B aircraft, serial numbers 421B0301 through 421B0970. This latest approval also includes compatibility with Smart Rudder Bias, an advanced safety feature designed to assist pilots during engine-out scenarios in twin-engine aircraft. What This Means for Cessna 421B Owners This approval opens the door for owners of the popular Cessna 421B Golden Eagle to upgrade their legacy autopilot systems with Garmin’s state-of-the-art digital autopilot. The GFC 600 offers enhanced flight control, superior performance, and improved situational awareness. Even more exciting: with the addition of the Garmin G600 TXi flight display and TXi EIS (Engine Indication System), 421B owners can now benefit from Smart Rudder
uAvionix Announces FAA Certification for AV-HSI and AV-APA: Major Step Forward in IFR Flight Capability for General Aviation
uAvionix Announces FAA Certification for AV-HSI and AV-APA: Major Step Forward in IFR Flight Capability for General Aviation IFR Just Got a Whole Lot More Accessible FAA certification of uAvionix’s AV-HSI and AV-APA hardware is here—bringing big-panel performance to small aircraft. When paired with the AV-30-C, these certified components unlock real IFR capability, including seamless autopilot and nav integration, for thousands of legacy GA aircraft. Now shipping soon from uAvionix and resellers as the AV-HSI PMA and AV-APA PMA. When the AV-30-C was initially certified in 2020, it was FAA approved as an attitude indicator or directional gyro replacement for both VFR (Visual Flight Rules) and IFR (Instrument Flight Rules). The AV-HSI PMA brings the AV-30-C’s IFR capabilities a giant leap forward, by enabling display of precise enroute and approach guidance from GPS and VOR/ILS navigators. The AV-HSI PMA connects to up to four AV-30-Cs while also providing an ARINC 429 interface to digital autopilots.
You’re Invited to AERO South Africa 2025!
You’re Invited to AERO South Africa 2025! Stand E1 | Lanseria International Airport 25–27 June 2025 Live Avionics Demos | Custom Solutions | Meet the Experts Custom Avionics—Built the Way You Fly From concept to cockpit, we design around you. Aeronautical Aviation invites you to visit Stand E1 at AERO South Africa 2025 for a hands-on look at the latest in general aviation avionics and to explore how we can create a customised solution that fits your flying needs. What’s on Display at Our Stand 🟢 Live Garmin Avionics Demo PanelDiscover the advanced technology of Garmin’s integrated flight decks, which include state-of-the-art panel-mounted avionics, versatile portable devices, and innovative wearables. Join us and meet the dedicated Garmin Aviation team. We are ready to help you find the right Garmin Avionics solution for your flying needs. 🟢 First Time in South Africa: Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion Demo PanelWe are thrilled
Rockwell Collins Avionics Service Program (CASP): Elevating Aircraft Maintenance to New Heights
Rockwell Collins Avionics Service Program (CASP): Elevating Aircraft Maintenance to New Heights In the dynamic world of aviation, maintaining optimal aircraft performance is paramount. Unforeseen maintenance issues can disrupt operations, leading to unexpected costs and downtime. To mitigate these challenges, Collins Aerospace offers the Avionics Service Program (CASP), a comprehensive solution designed to enhance aircraft reliability and streamline maintenance processes. What Is CASP? The Collins Avionics Service Program (CASP) is an extended warranty and maintenance service tailored for aircraft equipped with Collins Aerospace avionics and cabin electronic systems. With over 2,800 customers benefiting from its offerings, CASP aims to maximize aircraft availability while minimizing budget disruptions due to unplanned maintenance events. CASP provides a range of flexible service options, including CASP Essential, CASP, and CASP Elite, each designed to meet the unique needs of various operators. These programs offer comprehensive coverage, including unlimited exchanges, rentals, and repairs, ensuring that aircraft
Garmin Announces Mid-Year Price Change – Effective 1 July 2025
Garmin Announces Mid-Year Price Change – Effective 1 July 2025 As a proud Garmin Platinum Dealer and Africa’s largest Garmin distributor, Aeronautical Aviation is committed to keeping our clients fully informed of any changes that may impact their upgrade or procurement plans. Garmin has issued an official Mid-Year Price Change Announcement, with updated pricing taking effect On 1 July 2025. These adjustments come in response to continued increases in material, shipping, and labour costs globally. What This Means for YouIf you’re planning an avionics upgrade, refurbishment, or new installation—especially involving Garmin’s advanced solutions—now is the ideal time to act. Orders placed on or before 30 June 2025, with the intent to ship, will still qualify for current pricing. Key Details: Deadline for current pricing: 30 June 2025 New pricing takes effect: 1 July 2025 At Aeronautical Aviation, we’re here to help you navigate these changes efficiently. Whether you need a
We are Hiring: Licensed Avionics Technician
Join the Aeronautical Aviation Team! We are seeking a qualified and licensed Avionics Technician to join our Installations Department. Candidate Requirements: – A minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in the General Aviation industry. – A proven track record in Avionics Installations. – Possession of a valid Avionics W License. – Experience with Garmin installations is an advantage. – Must be a strong team player with excellent technical skills. Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their CV to: [email protected]. Let’s build the future of flight together.
Mark Your Calendar: AERO South Africa 2025
Mark Your Calendar: AERO South Africa 2025 We are pleased to announce that AERO South Africa 2025 will be hosted at a new venue, Lanseria International Airport. This prominent event is scheduled to take place from June 25 to June 27, 2025, and represents an essential opportunity for aviation professionals and enthusiasts to engage and network within the industry. What to Expect: ✔ World-class exhibitors ✔ A wide range of aircraft on display ✔ Expert talks, seminars, and hands-on tech showcases Visit us at our stand, E1, where we will showcase the latest advancements in avionics technology and share insights into the future of aviation in South Africa. We will have Garmin avionics demonstrations, portable devices, and pilot wearables on display, as well as the Collins Aerospace Proline Fusion demo unit. Stop by to discuss your custom avionics requirements! Register for Free
AeroLEDs – New Product Launch
aeroLEDs New Product Launch AeroLEDs continues to push the boundaries of performance and versatility; with the launch of two newly released products, these latest additions are no exception. INTRODUCING NANO Series Wingtip Lights The NANO sets a new standard as the smallest navigation and strobe light with a compact design. It offers exceptional performance and up to three lighting functions. Position Light: Red and green directional lighting for navigation and visibility. Anti-Collision Strobe: Enhances visibility during both daytime and nighttime operations. Optional Rear-Facing White Position Light. With its aerodynamically low-drag profile, NANO is designed for easy installation and is compatible with both 14V and 28V systems. Currently offered exclusively for experimental use, NANO supports various application platforms.
New TXi EIS Updates for Turbine Aircraft
Garmin Adds New TXi EIS Updates for Turbine Aircraft Update Includes New EIS Gauges and Support for TPE-331 Engines Garmin is pleased to announce new updates and functionality to the TXi family of displays. Software 3.72 adds EIS support for TPE-331-10/-10N engines. It also updates all TXi EIS displays for turbine aircraft to utilize new arc gauges that feature larger indications to maximize readability at a glance. This new gauge style was previously only available for the Cessna Citation CJ2. New Gauges With this new update, turboprop EIS round gauges will be updated to a half arc format. This new shape allows for a much larger gauge and increased font size of the digital readout by 50%. The gauge pointer is also larger and now includes a tail to help users locate it on the arc easily. Additionally, arc gauges will now display the minimum and maximum values of the