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tailored to the unique missions carried out by these operators. Our latest additions include night vision goggle (NVG) capable versions of our popular GTR 225 COM and GNC 255 NAV/COM radios, as well as the introduction of the GWX 70H solid-state weather radar, which are optimized for helicopter operations.
NVG-capable products, including the GTN 650/635/750 touch-screen navigators and G500/G600/G500H fl ight display systems.
Panamanian Servicio Nacional Aeronaval. Before
The NVG-capable GTR 225 and GNC 255 radios have reinvented the stand- alone aviation radio by off ering an internal frequency database, which makes it simple to fi nd frequencies associated with an airport or facility. By simply entering an airport identifi er, frequency data associated with the facility is displayed for quick and easy access to information needed while en route. With an optionally- installed switch on the controls, this safety-enhancing feature enables pilots to easily select from often used radio frequencies while leaving their hands free for in-fl ight operations. When installed with a compatible GPS unit, such as the GTN 650/750 or GNS 430W/530W series, the GTR 225 and GNC 255 conveniently display facility name and type when tuned to a valid station. Additional time- saving features permit the GTR and GNC series to automatically store 20 recently used
frequencies, with the option to
manually store up to 15 of the most used frequencies, such as those at the pilot’s home airport. In addition to the GTR 225 and GNC 255, Garmin off ers additional
20 February 2015
President and CEO of Gulf Coast Avionics Rick Garcia recently announced that the company completed a full digital upgrade on a Bell 412EP helicopter operated by the
Garmin is also pleased to announce the helicopter-optimized GWX 70H weather radar, which has been enhanced for more challenging environmental conditions. Doppler-capable radar combines excellent range and adjustable scanning profi les with precision target defi nition for accurate, easy-to-interpret, real-time analysis in the fi eld. Vertical scanning also enables pilots to analyze gradients and cell buildup activity at various altitudes. With the addition of ground-mapping mode, the GWX 70H provides a real-time depiction of terrain so operators can easily detect natural and man-made ground features, further enhancing situational awareness. Compared to earlier generation magnetron-based weather radar systems, the GWX 70H off ers signifi cant improvements in capability, reliability, and cost of ownership. The GWX 70H is compatible with the GTN 750 and GTN 725 touch-screen navigators, the G1000 integrated fl ight deck, G500/G600/ G500H fl ight display systems, and GMX 200 multi-function display.
“When this 412 arrived in our shop last August it looked every bit like a helicopter that had worked long and hard. As you can imagine, its original analog avionics and instruments were becoming unreliable and diffi cult to repair,” Garcia said. “The state-of-the-art digital avionics package including Garmin Helicopter Synthetic Vision (HSVT) gives Panamanian Public Forces pilots the highest levels of system reliability, safety, and situational awareness.”
After
Andy Smith, GCA’s installation
sales
representative explained that the project began with the removal of all of the helicopter’s original analog avionics, mechanical fl ight and engine instruments, wiring harnesses, and mounting hardware.
Gulf Coast Avionics Completes an All- Digital Panel Upgrade on Panamanian Servicio Nacional Aeronaval Bell 412EP
The total digital panel transformation included dual Garmin G500H EFDs, Garmin touch-screen GTN 650Hs and Electronics International electronic engine display systems.
“To accommodate the new Garmin EFDs, GTN radios and Electronics International digital engine displays, we had to design and fabricate a new, custom metal instrument panel and center pedestal for the 412,” he said. “We also had to build- up new wiring harnesses that would integrate all the new digital avionics with the original autopilot, weather radar, and other instruments that were staying in the aircraft.”
“One of the major challenges with this upgrade was integrating the analog
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