Avionics
New Garmin Flight Control System for Airbus AStars
Garmin has received FAA STC approval for the GFC 600H helicopter flight control system in the Airbus Helicopters AS350 B2/B3 single.

Garmin has received FAA supplemental type certification (STC) for the GFC 600H helicopter flight control system in the Airbus Helicopters AS350 B2/B3 single. The attitude-based (AHRS-derived) flight control system features include attitude hold (ATT), Helicopter Electronic Stability and Protection (H-ESP), dedicated return-to-level (LVL) mode, hover assist, and overspeed and low-speed protection. The GFC 600H requires the Garmin G500H or G500H TXi flight displays and offers integration with compatible instruments and navigation sources. The system is expected to be available later this month through select Garmin dealers.