News & Information 2016
Leave it to Garmin to clear up a very confusing, cluttered market of ADS-B
products for general aviation. This time there’s no rebranded products,
partial approved model STC for certification, tricky install footnotes,
gotchas or $7000 transponders.
The new GTX-335 and
GTX-345
transponders are finally an all-in-one option that addresses almost every
possible ADS-B installation scenario.
Features and options include:
Features and options include:
- Models available with or without internal WAAS GPS
- ADS-B In capability (optional)
- Most display compatibility option in the industry including G1000
- Ideal size and fit factor (1.65” H) makes it easy to replace almost
any panel mount transponder
- Remote mount versions available for GTN 650/750 compatibility
- Rack mount altitude encoder available to eliminate external wiring
to encoder (optional – $299 List)
- AML STC allowing for easy installation in hundreds of aircraft
- List Prices start at $2995
Quite simply, if you already have a Garmin transponder (GTX-327/330 or remote GTX-32/33), then the GTX-335/345 are the most sensible option for you. However, even if you have an older Mode C transponder, then the Garmin option is still the most sensible since you will update to a modern transponder while having complete ADS-B Out capability to comply with the 2020 mandate.
The ADS-B picture for general aviation is now much clearer.