Selected for new super-midsize Cessna Citation
Longitude
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN),
today announced the Garmin Head-up Display (GHD 2100), for
super-midsize, midsize and light business aircraft. The GHD system
incorporates modern optical design within a single display unit,
projecting a crisp, clear view of pertinent flight information
while also offering superior integration with Garmin Integrated
Flight Decks for a near-seamless transition between the GHD and
primary flight display (PFD). The GHD is a compact, self-contained
projection system with a large 30-degree by 24-degree
field-of-view. Driven by the Garmin Integrated Flight Deck, the GHD
projects a familiar presentation of critical flight information,
symbology and more, contributing to increased safety and
operational benefits and providing optimal situational awareness
throughout every phase of flight.
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Garmin Head-up Display (GHD) system in
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“Industry studies indicate that flying with a HUD is safer in
reduced visibilities, deteriorating weather conditions and in
challenging environments,” said Carl Wolf, Garmin vice president of
aviation sales and marketing. “We’ve worked hard to harmonize the
GHD and Garmin’s Integrated Flight Decks so pilots are provided
with a seamless in-flight experience throughout the cockpit. Pilots
can expect the innovation and future growth potential available
with the GHD to be matched with the same forward-thinking
advancements we’ve cultivated for more than a decade with the
Garmin Integrated Flight Deck and many other avionics
solutions.”
Garmin is also pleased to announce the new GHD will be
incorporated on the new super-midsize Cessna Citation Longitude, in
conjunction with the G5000™ Integrated Flight Deck. Wolf added, “We
are proud to expand our long-standing relationship with Textron
Aviation by providing the latest HUD technologies on the new,
state-of-the-art Citation Longitude business jet.”
Compact form factor with a wide angle field-of-view
A small, compact projection system allows the GHD to be
integrated into a variety of business aircraft cockpits while also
maintaining comfortable head clearance. The GHD delivers a
30-degree, wide angle field-of-view and is placed at a comfortable
viewing distance from the pilot’s head position. Information is
displayed in an easy to read format and delivers supreme clarity
and brightness in all lighting conditions. Whether in clouds, day
or night, the GHD incorporates intelligent dimming, which
automatically adapts to ambient light and allows pilots to focus on
flying the aircraft. Further reducing pilot workload, the GHD
offers declutter mode so pilots can optimize the display to suit
their needs. The GHD boasts a simplistic control interface and
offers similarities in tactile operation with the Garmin Integrated
Flight Deck for an even more seamless transition throughout the
cockpit.
Superior integration with Garmin Integrated Flight
Decks
Because the GHD is highly integrated with the Garmin Flight
Deck, consistent symbology is utilized between both systems so
pilots experience a near-seamless transition when flying with the
PFD or with the GHD. In addition to displaying flight-critical PFD
information, the GHD displays conformal attitude and flight path
information overtop the real-world view, alongside navigation data,
flight plan information, autopilot modes, master warning/caution
annunciations and more.
Also integrated on the GHD, SurfaceWatch™ provides visual and
aural cues to help prevent pilots from taking off and landing on a
taxiway, on a runway that is too short or on the wrong runway based
on performance data entered during preflight. For example, while on
approach to a land on a runway that is snow-covered or in an
airport environment with reduced visibilities, SurfaceWatch
highlights and outlines the pilot-selected runway on the GHD and on
the PFD so it’s easier to identify.
Flight Path Marker-based flight director
The Flight Path Marker within the GHD precisely displays where
the aircraft is flying, taking into account crosswind, angle of
attack and other factors that impact the dynamic position and
heading of the aircraft. Coupled with a flight path-based flight
director, the pilot can more easily establish desired aircraft
flight path relative to the outside world. The Flight Path Marker
includes additional features such as speed offset and velocity cue,
allowing for precise energy management. Utilizing the Flight Path
Marker, pilots are also provided with a complete view of aircraft
performance information in a consolidated area. The combination of
the Flight Path Marker and flight path-based flight director allows
pilots to more easily establish and maintain a stabilized approach
to land.
Powerful situational awareness with Synthetic Vision
Technology (SVT™)
Pilots are provided with an enhanced level of situational
awareness with SVT, which presents a 3D depiction of terrain,
traffic, obstacles, the runway environment and more within the GHD,
supplementing the outside view with pertinent flight information. A
powerful graphics processor generates the synthetic vision view,
which closely resembles the same SVT view on the Garmin Integrated
Flight Deck. Because the synthetic vision image replicates what the
pilot would see outside the cockpit on a clear day, pilots can more
easily transition from flying with the GHD to the flight display or
outside view.
Poised for future growth
The GHD is positioned to further expand its present
capabilities. Future options such as integrating with external
cameras, including Enhanced Vision Systems (EVS), provide
significant improvements in situational awareness in fog and other
low visibility situations. Future capabilities also include
integration with a Combined Vision System (CVS), which blends EVS
and SVT images to present pertinent levels of detail to the pilot,
particularly during approach and landing.
The GHD also allows the operator to pursue Special Authorization
Category I (CAT I), as well as Special Authorization Category II
(CAT II) Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach minima.
For additional information, visit the Garmin exhibit (H46) at
the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE)
in Geneva, Switzerland, May 22-24, 2017 or contact
aviation.sales@garmin.com.
Garmin’s aviation business segment is a leading provider of
solutions to OEM, aftermarket, military and government customers.
Garmin’s portfolio includes navigation, communication, flight
control, hazard avoidance, an expansive suite of ADS-B solutions
and other products and services that are known for innovation,
reliability, and value. For more information about Garmin’s full
line of avionics, go to www.garmin.com/aviation.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and
wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who
live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business
units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor
recreation. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom
at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at
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About Garmin
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd.
(Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its
principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and
the United Kingdom. Garmin is a registered trademark and G5000,
SurfaceWatch and SVT are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its
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