Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd.
(NASDAQ: GRMN), recently celebrated the maiden flight of a
Garmin integrated flight deck in a supersonic F-5 fighter aircraft.
In just under six months, Tactical Air Support, Inc. (Tactical Air)
completed the engineering design, installation and first flight
with the G3000™ integrated flight deck and dual Garmin touchscreen
controllers (GTCs). The G3000 in the F-5 is expected to be ready to
perform adversary training for the U.S. Navy in Q2 2019. This
commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) Garmin solution allows Tactical Air
to take advantage of reduced development time, lower life-cycle
costs and reduced operational costs, through highly reliable
state-of-the-art designs.
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“The maiden flight of the G3000-equipped F-5 is a significant
achievement as it is a testament to the rapid implementation time
and flexibility afforded by a Garmin integrated flight deck,” said
Carl Wolf, vice president of aviation sales and marketing. “In just
under six months, Tactical Air was able to complete the engineering
design, installation and achieve first flight. Through their hard
work, dedication and our strong relationship together, we’re
thrilled that they’re already in the air with the Garmin G3000 in
this iconic aircraft. I am confident that the Tactical Air pilots
will enjoy flying behind Garmin glass.”
The F-5 is a supersonic, multi-role tactical fighter and attack
aircraft that in this role will provide air-to-air combat training,
close-air support training, tactics development and evaluation
support. The upgraded F-5 used by Tactical Air will be used in an
aggressor training role and the G3000 will transform the entire
fleet of Tactical Air F-5’s with sensor and system capabilities
similar to current fighter aircraft.
“The first flight of the F-5 was flawless and achieved the main
objective of verifying Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) of aircraft
systems, displays, controls and the new Caution/Advisory System
(CAS). The PVI and CAS, when combined with the G3000, results in a
more capable fighter aircraft,” said Ken Hamm, Tactical Air chief
test pilot. “As a career test pilot with over 7,000 flight hours, I
have flown aircraft from the simplest to the space shuttle. Without
a doubt, I can say the F-5 cockpit is one of the most capable and
flexible of all.”
The modular G3000 integrated flight deck boasts a large and
vibrant, high-resolution flight display that seamlessly interfaces
to the F-5’s existing mission computer, enabling advanced mapping,
tactical radio capabilities, radar display and more. The bezel
keys, GTCs and L3 ForceX mission system serve as the pilot
interface to the flight display, and the touchscreen controllers
are designed so pilots can use gloves in the cockpit. The G3000 has
an open architecture that enables seamless mission computer,
sensors and systems interface and easily facilitates future
upgrades without impacting the avionics.
The NVG-compatible G3000 contains modern, state-of-the-art
synthetic vision technology (SVT™) that blends an out-the-window
view of surroundings on the primary flight display, which is
particularly helpful during nighttime and in mountainous
environments. The G3000 also has global capabilities for
communication, navigation, surveillance and air traffic management
(CNS/ATM). Additional features within the G3000 integrated flight
deck on the F-5 include, Terrain Awareness and Warning System
(TAWS), global Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
traffic and weather, as well as video interfaces.
Through its expansive dealer network and award-winning aviation
support team, Garmin is renowned for its unrivaled global service
network, offering complete life-cycle support. Field service
engineers are strategically located throughout the globe to support
any mission. Garmin also has a full range of training solutions,
including computer-based training, instructor-led training and
full-motion simulator compatibility. For additional information
regarding Garmin’s defense, commercial or business aviation
solutions, visit www.garmin.com/aviation.
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 markets,
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
913-397-8200, or follow us at facebook.com/garmin,
twitter.com/garmin, instagram.com/garmin, or
youtube.com/garmin.
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 G3000 and
SVT are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and
service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All
rights reserved.
Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding
Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on
management’s current expectations. The forward-looking events and
circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual
results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown
risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not
limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 29, 2018, filed by Garmin
with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number
0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-K is available at
www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No
forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking
statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and
Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any
forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information,
future events, or otherwise.
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