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Garmin Avionics Upgrade Path for Legacy Aircraft

Written by Sparkchasers | Feb 9, 2022 10:52:16 PM

Sparkchasers has a long-standing legacy of making planes smarter, safer, and most importantly, more fun to fly. With more than 75 years of cumulative, hands-on experience, we take pride in turning out top-quality panel upgrade solutions for pilots who love aviation as much as we do.

That being said, the Sparkchasers team is excited to offer the full lineup of Garmin Avionics upgrades for Legacy brand aircraft. They offer the most complete and comprehensive collection of avionics upgrades in the industry. That means you have access to a Garmin solution for every budget and every mission. 

Garmin's line of avionics upgrades includes everything from basic instrumentation to full-featured GPS systems. So, if you're looking for a modern avionics upgrade with all the bells and whistles, Garmin is a clear choice. 

Their innovative solutions allow you to keep the classic look of your panel while upgrading to modern, reliable touchscreen technology. Garmin’s avionics are reliable, easy to use, and backed by a comprehensive support network, so if you're looking to take your flying to the next level, Garmin is the only name you need to know. 

Garmin GI275 Instrumentation

Garmin's GI 275 instruments give you all the flexibility you need to accommodate your style and skill as a pilot. They offer plenty of utility for everything from light piston singles to jet-propelled craft and will fit more than 1,000 different aircraft models as a standby instrument.

These are bright, high-resolution, reliable touchscreen instruments with robust construction and a stylish, utilitarian finish. Here are just a few of the standard devices they can replace.

  • Attitude indicator (primary and standby )
  • Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)
  • Multi-Function Display (weather/traffic/terrain)
  • Course Indication Indicator (CDI)
  • Engine Indication System (EIS)

Garmin GTN 750XI 

The GTN 750XI is the premier GPS/NAV/Comm/MFD platform. It has earned a reputation for offering brighter, sharper, and superior imaging and information. Its touchscreen display is rugged, lightning-fast responsive, and ultra-high resolution. This popular model has been streamlined for optimized flight planning and navigation. Its user-friendly interface offers accessible information for any trained and seasoned pilot. It is scalable and flexible, offering you a range of useful configurations with displays for avionics, flight displays, and autopilots.

The GTN 750XI series offers an abundance of advanced capabilities, including terrain awareness and warning, built-in backup attitude capability, full moving map capabilities that track your GPS position in relation to charts.

These are sophisticated, scalable instruments that work in harmony to do more than just improve your situational awareness—they help you fly safer and more efficiently. 

Garmin G500 TXI Instrumentation

This stunningly practical model features a bright, crisp touchscreen that is lighting-fast responsive and offers multiple configurations in a wide range of panel configurations. It is built to be fully compatible with original G500 sensors for a simplified, cost-effective upgrade path or you can perform a retrofit install. 

This high-performance panel instrument does not compromise safety or function. It offers intuitive touchscreen control and sharp color graphics that make navigation, flight planning, and flying simple and effective.

The G500 TXi displays offer a variety of configurations to fit your panel and budget. 

Avionics Upgrades at Sparkchasers

Sparkchasers is a full-service avionics and instrument shop that specializes in aircraft upgrades. We offer expansive, competitively priced options to suit the needs of pilots and mechanics alike. Our Garmin tech experts will help you find the avionics upgrade path that best suits your needs, piloting style, and aircraft. We are ready to serve you with exceptional service and value. For your free estimate, connect with us online, or call (919) 934-1654.