Garmin has received FAA STC approval for the GFC 600 digital autopilot in Piper PA-31-350 aircraft.
A few details are outlined below:
- The GFC 600 digital autopilot is intended for piston single/twin-engine and turbine aircraft that have a wide range of speed and performance characteristics and provides a long list of existing general aviation aircraft with a simple, lightweight, cost-effective autopilot upgrade path.
- Additionally, Smart Rudder Bias is now certified for Navajo Chieftain aircraft equipped with the GFC 600 autopilot, further growing the list of compatible aircraft to offer this safety-enhancing technology.
The announcement and photo can be found in Garmin’s Newsroom.