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23 July The 14-inch primary displays offer gigabit connectivity up to 100 times faster than earlier Garmin systems.

Garmin launches G2000 PRIME avionics suite

Larger primary and secondary displays, faster processors and expanded multi-touch capability have been added to Garmin's latest integrated avionics platform.

23 July The Denali is the first aircraft to be powered by GE Aerospace's Catalyst engine.

Beechcraft Denali advances through final flight testing

Flight test activities are due to conclude in October 2026, ahead of FAA certification submission and a planned 2027 entry into service.

15 July AXIS combines primary flight, multi-function and, on select models, GPS and radio functions into a single unit.

CubCrafters offers Garmin AXIS across entire lineup

Following eighteen months of joint engineering with Garmin, AXIS will be available on all aircraft orders and offered as a factory-authorised retrofit for existing owners.

15 July Dual 11.6" touchscreens can each be configured as a primary or multi-function display.

Cirrus TRAC10 trainer gains dual touchscreen flight deck

Twin 11.6‑inch touchscreen displays and Garmin AXIS avionics have been fitted to the TRAC10's three‑seat cockpit, enabling two students to train together.

15 July Extended range now reaches 2,055 nautical miles, with roughly 430lb of added payload capacity.

Embraer's Phenom 300EV upgrade adds Autoland and range

The upgraded light jet becomes the largest business jet fitted with Garmin Emergency Autoland, alongside a new Multi-Purpose Electronic Controller.

8 July The TRAC10 will be built at Cirrus headquarters in Duluth, Minnesota.

Cirrus unveils TRAC10 training aircraft

Orders for more than 100 aircraft have been placed by 13 professional flight schools ahead of deliveries beginning in the United States in 2027.

3 June The Citation M2 Gen3 prototype reached 41,000ft during its first flight.

Textron's next-generation Citation M2 completes first flight

The M2 Gen3 aircraft has entered a wider test programme as Textron works towards certification and planned service entry in 2027.

30 April Bozhena H., Head of Growth, Vaeridion; Zach Evans, Aviation OEM Sales, Garmin; Martin Ascher, Aircraft Systems Architect, Vaeridion; Markus Kochs-Kämper, CTO & Managing Director, Vaeridion; Douglas Costa, Head of Propulsion & Systems, Vaeridion; Ivor van Dartel, Co-Founder & CEO, Vaeridion; Matt Jones, Director, Aviation Programs, Garmin; Fredrik Johansson, Aviation OEM Sales Manager, Garmin.

Vaeridion advances Microliner with Garmin avionics

Garmin cockpit systems will support flight-test readiness, while a battery facility expansion strengthens control over critical technologies ahead of the electric aircraft’s planned entry into service.

16 April A Cessna Skylane featuring the updated cockpit and ignition systems.

Textron adds avionics and ignition upgrades across Cessna piston range

Expanded cockpit capability and updated ignition systems have improved safety features and reduced operating complexity across multiple high-wing aircraft.

19 February Two hangars and dedicated office space position Mesa as a new hub for Garmin’s airworthiness approvals activity.

Garmin expands flight test footprint with Mesa Gateway acquisition

The Arizona site strengthens certification capacity and extends infrastructure supporting airworthiness approvals and product validation activities.

5 February No pilot, no problem.

Elite II becomes first twin VLJ with Emergency Autoland

FAA certification enables Honda Aircraft Company to install EAL technology on HondaJet Elite II jets, with global approvals now in progress.

5 February Over 700 Vision Jets have already been delivered around the world.

Cirrus upgrades Vision Jet with seven seater G3

The company has revealed the third generation of its Vision Jet, which brings a more flexible seven-seat cabin layout, upgraded lighting and enhanced flight deck features.

22 January Certified by both EASA and the FAA, the TBM 980 is ready for global deliveries starting January 2026.

Daher unveils TBM 980 with G3000 PRIME and Starlink

The sixth TBM 900-series aircraft features touchscreen avionics, upgraded cabin comfort, along with a more intuitive, easier-to-operate cockpit.

17 December 2025 The Rotax 912 iSc burns just 14 litres per hour and accepts automotive fuel for lower running costs and emissions.

Tecnam debuts P2008JC NG with injected engine and hybrid airframe

The CS-23 certified aircraft will target flight schools seeking lower operating costs higher safety margins and unified fleets from ab-initio through advanced training.

13 November 2025 The Ascend completed more than 1,000 flight hours before earning FAA certification.

Ascend earns FAA certification after 1,000+ flight hours

Textron has secured FAA type certification for the Cessna Citation Ascend, with customer deliveries expected to begin later this year.

30 October 2025 Diamond Aircraft says the new DA20i blends tradition with innovation for modern training.

Diamond brings back European production of DA20i Katana

The two-seater aircraft features a Rotax 912 iSc3 Sport engine and Garmin G500TXi avionics, offering greater efficiency and performance.

20 September 2025 Textron Aviation employees gathered in Kansas as the first Citation Ascend was completed and prepared for FAA certification later in the year.

First production Ascend is rolled out in Wichita

Textron has confirmed that the first production Citation Ascend left its Wichita facility on September 15, marking a key programme milestone.

28 August 2025 The TriFan 600 will enter developmental flight testing in 2027 as certification work continues.

XTI selects G700 TXi flight deck for TriFan 600

Garmin’s G700 TXi system has been chosen for the TriFan 600 as XTI Aerospace moves closer to certification and advanced its developmental programme milestones.

17 July 2025 More than 45,000 Cessna 172 Skyhawks have been delivered since the aircraft first flew in 1955.

Textron equips Skyhawk with dual ignition upgrade

The company has replaced the magneto system with electronic ignition during the 70th anniversary year of the Cessna 172 Skyhawk.

3 July 2025 Cirrus breaks ground on its $13 million Grand Forks expansion.

Cirrus invests in Grand Forks to boost piston and jet output

The 30,000 square foot addition will support SR Series and Vision Jet production and bring new jobs to the region by 2026.

26 June 2025 Flight tests are scheduled to begin in early 2027, with FAA certification targeted ahead of a 2030 in-service date.

Otto locks in Phantom 3500 development timeline

As progress on its next-generation aircraft accelerates, the company named its engine, avionics and tooling partners and outlined plans to build and certify the jet by 2030.

5 June 2025 The system fully integrates with Garmin flight displays and includes smart servos and redundant sensors.

Garmin flight control system now standard on R66

FAA approval has cleared the way for Garmin’s GFC 600H to be included as standard on Robinson’s future R66 helicopters from SN1510 onwards.

8 May 2025 Once activated, Safe Return flies to the nearest airport, avoids hazards, lands safely and shuts down the engine.

Cirrus fits G7+ with Garmin’s full emergency Autoland

Safe Return, automatic updates and runway alerts have been made standard as Cirrus added Autoland to its high-performance piston range.

3 April 2025 The Kodiak 900 and TBM 960 will feature more aligned avionics systems in 2025, streamlining operations across Daher’s aircraft range.

Daher rolls out systems upgrades across Kodiak range

Commonality with the company's TBM 960 has increased as Garmin connectivity, weather radar and backup displays have been integrated across production lines.

3 April 2025

E1000 AX gains autoland and autothrottle in Epic feature upgrade

Epic Aircraft revealed the E1000 AX at Sun ‘n Fun, presenting more than 25 additions designed to raise safety and comfort levels.

3 April 2025 The P2012 STOL SMP’s extended wingspan and lift devices allow operation from unprepared and short runways.

Tecnam adds STOL and Continental engine options to P2012 SMP

Short-field operations and simplified piston engine management were key drivers in expanding the mission-ready P2012 aircraft configurations.

27 March 2025 Pilatus’s PC-7 MKX trainer, equipped with Garmin’s flight deck, has been ordered by the French and Dutch air forces.

Pilatus selects G3000 PRIME for PC-7 MKX

Garmin's integrated flight deck system provides modern avionics capabilities, advanced safety features and seamless integration with third-party cockpit displays.

20 March 2025 The G3000 PRIME flight deck features 14-inch edge-to-edge touchscreen displays, seamlessly integrating advanced flight management, safety and connectivity tools.

Pilatus selects G3000 PRIME for PC-12 PRO cockpit

The Garmin integrated flight deck features high-resolution touchscreens, automation tools and advanced connectivity to enhance pilot efficiency and safety.

13 March 2025 The Robinson R88 features optional high skids for enhanced ground clearance and utility applications.

Robinson goes large with ten-seat R88 helicopter

The R88, Robinson’s largest helicopter, will feature a 950 shaft horsepower Safran engine and a fully integrated service package.

31 October 2024

M700 picks up EASA, ANAC and CASA type certifications

Safety-enhancing features of the Fury include Garmin's Electronic Stability Protection (ESP), SurfaceWatch, and SafeTaxi, providing pilots with increased awareness and control. It also has Autothrottle and Garmin PlaneSync.

24 October 2024 The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 prototype.

Textron's CJ4 Gen3 prototype takes first flight

The team evaluated the new avionics systems, along with the propulsion, environmental and flight control systems, during the 1 hour and 47 minute flight.

24 October 2024 The Cessna Citation Ascend cockpit.

Ascend progresses towards certification with latest update of G5000

The Ascend program includes two test articles – Prototype (Proto) and P1 – which have accumulated nearly 600 flight hours through more than 200 flights.

16 October 2024 Garmin's latest integrated flight deck: G3000 PRIME.

Garmin unveils latest integrated flight deck: G3000 PRIME

G3000 PRIME has received FAA TSO certification. Initial aircraft delivering with the new kit will be announced by aircraft manufacturers in due course.

10 July 2024 While the reasons behind this decision are multifaceted, Deutsche Aircraft says the revised EIS timeline will also enable it to implement additional capabilities and improvements to the brand-new regional turboprop.

Service date for D328eco slips back to 2027

Several new features and capabilities are being evaluated, including a further improvement of STOL performance, specifically in non-benign operational environments, combined with advanced avionics capabilities.

5 June 2024 Pierfederico Scarpa (Vice President Strategy, Marketing and Sales of Avio Aero), and Alena Medova (Chairman of the Board at Aircraft Industries), sign the contract between Avio Aero and Aircraft Industries.

Avio Aero and Aircraft Industries ink new turboprop engines contract

The L 410NG has state-of-the-art Garmin 3000 avionics, and TCAS and TAWS safety systems are integrated into the aircraft. It is powered by the H85-200 engine and AV 725 propeller.

17 April 2024 This new design, the manufacturer says, comes after carefully listening to customer suggestions and improves on all the best features of the previous P2006T models, of which 400 units have been built.

Tecnam's latest P2006T features 300 improvements

Pilots benefit from an additional front door for the co-pilot and external access to the baggage compartment. Windows have also been redesigned and made larger to improve visibility.

3 April 2024 The standby flight instrument supplied by Garmin is already in use on thousands of certified aircraft.

Garmin standby flight instruments grace the Lilium Jet

Lilium began assembly of the first Lilium Jet at its manufacturing and testing facilities near Munich at the end of 2023. The first piloted flight test of the Lilium Jet is targeted to occur in late 2024.

7 February 2024 The new aircraft includes six new interior schemes, featuring new leathers and aesthetically styled seats.

Piper announces the M700 Fury, its fastest ever single-engine aircraft

Airframe changes accommodate a more powerful engine, a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-52, including more efficient intake plenum to improve ram air recovery, new engine mount assemblies and improved exhaust stack design.

18 January 2024 The SR Series product line – TRAC20/22/22T, SR20, SR22, SR22T – continues to lead the high-performance, single-engine piston market.

Cirrus unveils the SR Series G7 with touchscreen displays

The SR Series G7 adds new avionics and autonomous interfaces coupled with all-new styling and comfort. Cirrus Aircraft says it is the culmination of seamless collaboration between customer, innovation and operations.

9 November 2023

Eve names more eVTOL system suppliers

Garmin will supply the avionics for the aircraft while Liebherr-Aerospace will supply the flight controls actuators. Intergalactic will provide the thermal management system.

18 October 2023 Textron's Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 air-to-air.

CJ3 Gen2 becomes the latest in Textron's Citation line-up

One of the most notable changes in the cockpit is an added 4.5 inches of legroom for the pilot, allowing a comfortable and focused flight experience.

18 October 2023 The Garmin Autothrottle aboard the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2.

Garmin earns applications for G3000's autothrottle

Garmin Autothrottles enhances the Citation M2 Gen2 and Embraer 300E's capabilities by optimising engine power, simplifying flight management and increasing overall operating efficiency.

5 October 2023 Solvay is BETA Technologies primary material supplier and is providing lightweight advanced materials for the production of BETA’s electric aircraft family. The design of the electric aircraft will benefit from the use of Solvay’s NCAMP qualified material systems.

BETA Technologies opens electric aircraft production facility

Production has begun with the installation of assembly tooling and the initiation of various system production lines, marking a significant milestone along BETA's path to delivering the ALIA CTOL and the ALIA VTOL.

26 July 2023 Auto Radar.

Cirrus adds Auto Radar to Vision Jets

The LTE-enabled hardware that powers Cirrus IQ is standard on newly manufactured G2+ Vision Jets and Auto Radar is available as part of the Enhanced Awareness Package.

26 July 2023 The Garmin G1000 NXi avionics.

Caravans to feature latest Garmin flight deck

Equipped with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, Caravans will have an array of new features and technology including the GDL 60 datalink, the GTX 345DR diversity transponder and the GI 275 electronic standby.

29 June 2023 The DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G offers a Garmin G1000 NXi flight deck, a completely redesigned cabin interior, more payload and range, lower operating costs, enhanced dispatch availability, and two engine options.

DHC woos buyers with more efficient Twin Otter

The lighter weight Classic 300-G will deliver increased payload range and decreased operating costs, along with an all-new cabin interior and flight deck featuring the Garmin G1000 NXi.

21 June 2023 The HondaJet 2600 light jet concept.

Honda commits to production of light jet model

Spirit will provide an innovative build-to-print composite fuselage and a composite bonded frame for the new HondaJet 2600, with engineering designs currently being finalised.

10 May 2023 The Denali flight test certification program features three flight test aircraft.

Textron builds Garmin's autoland into the Denali

The new feature is being implemented into the aircraft's development and flight test program and will be available as a standard feature at time of entry into service.

4 May 2023 Three awards for 2022.

Embraer hails Garmin as the best of the best

The avionics manufacturer was also recognised as the top supplier in both the Systems and Services and Support categories for its G3000 Prodigy Touch flight deck systems in the Phenom 100EV and Phenom 300E.

17 November 2022

Archer to build 650 Midnights a year in Covington, Georgia

The news is coming thick and fast at Archer, with an agreement to locate its factory in Georgia and to equip its Midnight eVTOL with Garmin's G3000 integrated flight deck.