Avionics
Helicopter Flight Control System Is a First for Garmin
Garmin's new GFC 600H helicopter flight control system brings new safety features to the light helicopter market.
The new G500H TXI displays add touchscreens to helicopters, but they have knobs for those who prefer that interface. (Photo: Garmin)
The new G500H TXI displays add touchscreens to helicopters, but they have knobs for those who prefer that interface. (Photo: Garmin)

Garmin has unveiled its next foray into flight control systems, the new GFC 600H. It's designed to build on what the company has learned with fixed-wing autopilots and deliver new safety benefits to VFR and IFR helicopter operations. Garmin also announced a full suite of its new G500H TXi touchscreen displays for rotorcraft, as well as upgraded G1000H NXi helicopter integrated flight decks.