PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G500H TXi PFD/MFD display systems installed using Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR02622SE EASA STC 10069884 are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

AML STC SR02622SE and EASA STC 10069884 (see Approval section for details)

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides notification of the revised STC approval of AML STC SR02622SE, Master Drawing List (MDL) 005-01297-00 Revision 2. Foreign validations of this STC are available in Mexico (STC IA-579/2019) and Europe (EASA STC 10069884).

ASDN Service Bulletin 1884 Rev B

The post Update of STC for Installation of G500H TXi PFD/MFD in an Approved Model List of Part 27 Aircraft appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GTN 6XX/7XX systems installed using FAA STC SA02019SE-D and EASA STC 10037574 are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

FAA STC SA02019SE-D and EASA STC 10037574 (see Approval section for details)

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

GTN 6XX/7XX software version 6.62 includes the following:

• New FIS-B Products – Lightning, Turbulence, Cloud Tops, Icing, Graphical AIRMETS includes Current Report List (CRL), and Center Weather Advisory (CWA) includes associated Current Report List (CRL)
• Allow LNAV+V on an LNAV approach that also has published LPV, LP and/or LNAV/VNAV minima
• Implement the range to selected altitude arc on the GTN with the appropriate inputs from the GDU
• Added GTN support for flight data log streaming
• Added G3X certified interface, which is already approved via STC SA01899WI

Flight Stream software version 2.51 includes the following:

• Support for the GPS 175 and GNX 375
• Improvements for flight data logging

ASDN Service Bulletin 1942 Rev A

The post Approval of GTN 6XX/7XX Software Version 6.62 and Flight Stream 510 Software Version 2.51 appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G5 Electronic Flight Instruments installed using FAA STC SA01818WI, EASA STC 10064473, or EASA STC 10060846 interfaced to the following products is affected:

• GNS 430W/530W series navigator with software version 5.40 or later
• GTN 6XX/7XX series navigator with software version 6.62 or later

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

FAA STC SA01818WI, EASA STC 10064473, EASA STC 10060846

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

A redundant ARINC 429 connection can be removed.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1912 Rev A

The post G5 Electronic Flight Instrument Redundant ARINC 429 Connection appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

All GTS Processor GTS 825/GTS 855/GTS 8000 units (011-02571-0( )) with software version 3.13 (or earlier) and interfaced to a GTN 6XX/7XX, GNS 4XX(W)/5XX(W), GNS 480, G500, G500H, G600, GMX 200, MX20, or other 3rd party flight display systems are affected.

The current GTS Processor software version can be viewed by using the GTS Processor Install Tool (refer to the Modification Instructions section of this bulletin), on the software label adjacent to the GTS Processor serial number tag (for installations unable to electronically display the software part number), or on the display for those units interfaced through HSDB (e.g. GTN 6XX/7XX, G500, G500H, and G600).

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

TSO Authorization

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

GTS Processor software version 3.14 improves filtering of replies that can cause range rate spikes on intruders. This resolves a scenario that can cause TAs or RAs to be generated on targets that are greater than 10 NM away.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1948 Rev A

The post GTS Processor Software Version 3.14 for Non-GX000 Integrated Flight Deck Installations Only appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G500/G600 TXi PFD/MFD/EIS display systems installed using Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA02571SE are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

FAA STC SA02571SE MDL

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

MDL revision 6 includes the following changes:

• TXi software v3.01
• AHRS software v2.08
• ADC software v2.07
• GPS 175/GNX 375 interface approval
• Collins APS 65 interface approval
• Added the following aircraft to the Approved Model List:
  **  Mitsubishi MU-2 series
  **  Airvan10 GA 10
  **  Tecnam P2010

The TXi G500/G600 software v3.01 update includes the following changes:

• EIS support for single engine turbine aircraft equipped with PT-6A engines
• Exceedance monitoring capability
• Electrical gauge improvements
• Additional FIS-B products

ASDN Service Bulletin 1952 Rev A

The post Approval of G500/G600 TXi v3.01, Single Turbine Engine Indication System (EIS) appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G500/G600 TXi PFD/MFD/EIS display systems installed using Approved Model List (AML) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA02571SE and EASA STC 10064794 are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA02571SE MDL Revision 7 and EASA STC 10064794 MDL Revision 7

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

MDL revision 7 includes the following changes:

• TXi software v3.02
• AHRS software v2.08
• ADC software v2.07
• GPS 175/GNX 375 interface approval
• Collins APS 65 interface approval
• Added the following aircraft to the Approved Model List:
  • Mitsubishi MU-2 series
  • Airvan10 GA 10
  • Tecnam P2010

The TXi G500/G600 software v3.02 update includes the following changes:

• EIS support for single engine turbine aircraft equipped with PT-6A engines
• Exceedance monitoring capability
• Electrical gauge improvements
• Additional FIS-B products
• APS 65 interface support
• Increased the volume level of the emergency descent audible annunciation
• Removed the YTRIM annunciation

ASDN Service Bulletin 1952 Rev B

The post Approval of G500/G600 TXi v3.02, Single Turbine Engine Indication System (EIS) appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

The following systems installed under STC SA01830WI are affected:

• G1000 WAAS systems with System Software Versions 0563.03 through 0563.35 installed in Textron Aviation 172R/S, (T)182T, and (T)206H aircraft
• G1000 WAAS systems with System Software Versions 0857.05 through 0857.09 installed in Textron Aviation G58 aircraft
• G1000 WAAS systems with System Software Versions 0858.05 through 0858.09 installed in Textron Aviation G36 aircraft

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA01830WI

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

New Hardware:

• NXi display hardware:
  • GDU 1050 for 172R/S aircraft without autopilot
  • GDU 1054B for 172R/S (with autopilot), (T)182T, and (T)206H aircraft
  •  GDU 1050 and 1055 for G36 and G58 aircraft
• Flight Stream 510 for data streaming and database updates
• GTX 345R (Optional)

G1000 System Software Version 2501.02 and 3185.03 provides the following new features:

• NEXRAD Animation
• Visual Approach support
• Flight Plan auto-nomination
• Transition to Approach
• SurfaceWatch
• Vertical Situation Display
• HSI map
• Visual Reporting Points
• IFR/VFR maps Dual charts to allow pilot selection of FliteCharts or ChartView for display

ASDN Service Bulletin 1917 Rev A

The post G1000 NXi Hardware and Software update for G1000-equipped Textron Aviation 172R/S, (T)182T, (T)206H, G36 and G58 airplanes appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GPS 175, GNX 375, GNC 355, or GNC 355A installed under the GPS 175/GNX 375/GNC 355 Part 23 AML STC SA02636SE are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA02636SE MDL Revision 5

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

MDL revision 5 includes the following changes:

• Added the GNC 355 and GNC 355A to the STC
• Updated the GPS 175 and GNX 375 to main software version 3.02:
  • Corrected incompatibility issue with KI 208A and KI 209A
  • Corrected issue for GNX 375 with use of “Generate ICAO from Tail” in config mode, feature will now correctly calculate ICAO address
  • Changed default of user fields on the map to combined DTK/TRK (Desired Track / Track) in top right and DIS/BRG APT (Distance/Bearing from Destination Airport) in bottom right

ASDN Service Bulletin 1959 Rev A

The post Approval of GNC 355 GPS/Comm Radio in an Approved Model List of Part 23 Aircraft appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G3X Touch systems installed using FAA STC SA01899WI, Master Drawing List (MDL) 005-01320-00, are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA01899WI

COMPLIANCE:

Recommended: This STC Service Bulletin is recommended for certified G3X systems installed with the GFC 500 autopilot pitch trim servo.

For all other installations this STC Service Bulletin is optional and may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion.

PURPOSE:

MDL revision 3 includes G3X Touch Software Version 8.30. G3X Touch Software Version 8.30 corrects an issue that causes the GFC 500 autopilot to disengage when running pitch auto-trim.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1961 Rev A

The post G3X Touch for Certificated Aircraft, Software Version 8.30 appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

The following systems are affected:

• G1000 WAAS systems with System Software Versions 0563.03 through 0563.36 installed in Textron Aviation 172R/S, (T)182T, and (T)206H aircraft
• G1000 WAAS systems with System Software Versions 0857.05 through 0857.10 installed in Textron Aviation G58 aircraft
• G1000 WAAS systems with System Software Versions 0858.05 through 0858.10 installed in Textron Aviation G36 aircraft

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA01830WI

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

New Hardware:

• NXi display hardware:
  • GDU 1050 for 172R/S aircraft without autopilot
  • GDU 1054B for 172R/S (with autopilot), (T)182T, and (T)206H aircraft
  • GDU 1050 and 1055 for G36 and G58 aircraft
• Flight Stream 510 for data streaming and database updates
• GTX 345R (Optional)

G1000 NXi System Software Versions 2501.02, 2780.03, and 2788.04 provide the following new features:

• NEXRAD Animation
• Visual Approach support
• Flight Plan auto-nomination
• Transition to Approach
• SurfaceWatch
• Vertical Situation Display
• HSI map
• Visual Reporting Points
• IFR/VFR maps Dual charts to allow pilot selection of FliteCharts or ChartView for display

ASDN Service Bulletin 1917 Rev B

The post G1000 NXi Hardware and Software update for G1000-equipped Textron Aviation 172R/S, (T)182T, (T)206H, G36 and G58 airplanes appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GTX 335/335R/345/345R (GTX 3X5(R)) units installed using Part 23 ADS-B AML STC SA01714WI are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA01714WI

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides notification of an update to STC SA01714WI, GTX 33X and GTX 3X5(R) with ADS-B AML STC. Major details of the update are:

• Updated GTX 3X5(R) Main software to v2.54 for all models

NOTE
GTX 3X5(R) Main software 2.54 provides no gain in unit functionality.

• Added new GTX 3X5D(R) Diversity transponder models
• Approval of GPS 175/GNC 355 interface
• Added additional G1000 GDU software versions for Textron Aviation B58 and A36 models

Under this update, the following models were added to STC SA01714WI.

NOTE
No new G1000 models were added.

Airplane Make (TCDS Holder): Aviat Aircraft, Inc. (Aviat Aircraft, Inc.)
Airplane Model Designation: S-1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2B, S-2C, S-2S
TCDS Number: A8SO

ASDN Service Bulletin 1967 Rev A

The post Approval of GTX 3X5(R) main software version 2.54, GTX 3X5D(R) installation approval, new interfaces, and new models added to the AML appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G5000 Integrated Flight Decks installed in Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) Model 560XL (XLS and Excel) under STC ST01918WI are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC ST01918WI

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides approval for update to DME-4000 configuration software to support installation of the optional No. 2 DME-4000.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1972 Rev A

The post Optional No. 2 DME-4000 Installation for G5000 in Textron Aviation Inc. Model 560XL appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GTX 335/335R/345/345R (GTX 3X5(R)) units installed using Part 23 ADS-B AML STC SA01714WI and EASA STC 10060873 are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA01714WI and EASA STC 10060873

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides notification of an update to STC SA01714WI and EASA STC 10060873, GTX 33X and GTX 3X5(R) with ADS-B AML STC.  Major details of the update are:

• Updated GTX 3X5(R) Main software to v2.54 for all models

NOTE
GTX 3X5(R) Main software 2.54 provides no gain in unit functionality.

• Added new GTX 3X5D(R) Diversity transponder models
• Approval of GPS 175/GNC 355 interface
• Added additional G1000 GDU software versions for Textron Aviation B58 and A36 models

Under this update, the following models were added to STC SA01714WI.

NOTE
No new G1000 models were added.

Airplane Make (TCDS Holder):  Aviat Aircraft, Inc. (Aviat Aircraft, Inc.)
Airplane Model Designation:  S-1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2B, S-2C, S-2S
TCDS Number:  A8SO

ASDN Service Bulletin 1967 Rev B

The post Approval of GTX 3X5(R) main software version 2.54, GTX 3X5D(R) installation approval, new interfaces, and new models added to the AML appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GDL 82 ADS-B datalink units installed using Part 23 AML STC SA02573SE are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA02573SE

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides notification for an update to the GDL 82 Part 23 AML STC SA02573SE.
Major details of the update are:

• Updated GDL 82 main software version to 2.01, for anonymous mode improvements
• Updated GDL 82 GPS/GBAS board software version to 7.0

NOTE
GPS/GBAS software version 7.0 provides no functional change.

• Added GPS 175 and GNC 355 GPS navigators as acceptable GPS sources for the GDL 82

ASDN Service Bulletin 1971 Rev A

The post Approval of GDL 82 main software version 2.01, GPS/SBAS software version 7.0, and added GPS 175 and GNC 355 as GPS position sources appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

The following GTX 45R and GTX 345 series units are affected:

Model — Appliance P/N

• GTX 345 — 011-03302-0( )
• GTX 345 GPS — 011-03302-4( )
• GTX 345R — 011-03303-0( )
• GTX 345R GPS — 011-03303-4( )
• GTX 345 NV — 011-03302-2( )
• GTX 345 NV GPS — 011-03302-6( )
• GTX 345D — 011-04333-00
• GTX 345DR — 011-04334-00
• GTX 45R — 011-04287-0()

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

TSO Authorization

COMPLIANCE:

Recommended: Garmin recommends the incorporation of this service bulletin at the next scheduled service interval.

PURPOSE:

GTX 45R and GTX 345 Series ADS-B Software Version 3.13 fixes an issue where some traffic targets may be missed when over 200 targets are in range.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1981 Rev A

The post GTX 45R and GTX 345 Series ADS-B Software Version 3.13 appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

All GNX 375 products listed below with Main Software Version 3.02 and earlier are affected. All GPS 175 and GNC 355 products interfaced to ADS-B In systems (e.g. GTX 345 and GDL 88) listed below with Main Software version 3.02 and earlier are also affected.

Model Appliance — P/N
GPS 175 — 011-04377-00
GNX 375 — 011-04378-00
GNC 355 — 011-04956-00
GNC 355A — 011-04956-30

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

TSO Authorization

COMPLIANCE:

Recommended: Garmin recommends the incorporation of this service bulletin at the next scheduled service interval.

PURPOSE:

GPS 175/GNX 375/GNC 355 Main Software Version 3.03 contains the following changes:

• (GNX 375) Fixes an issue where some traffic targets may be missed when over 200 targets are in range
• (GPS 175/GNX 375/GNC 355) Fixes an issue where prioritization of selected traffic over non-selected traffic was not occurring. This could result in removal of selected traffic, if 60 or more other aircraft are closer than selected traffic.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1982 Rev A

The post GPS 175/GNX 375/GNC 355 Main Software Version 3.03 appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GPS 175, GNX 375, GNC 355, or GNC 355A products installed under the Part 23 AML STC SA02636SE are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA02636SE

COMPLIANCE:

Recommended: Garmin recommends the incorporation of this service bulletin at the next scheduled service interval.

PURPOSE:

MDL revision 6 includes the following changes:

• Added the G5 (GAD 29) as an approved altitude source for the GNX 375 to the STC.
• Updated the GPS 175/GNC 355/GNX 375 to main software version 3.03. Changes in software version 3.03 that affect the GPS 175/GNC 355/GNX 375 are:
  • (GNX 375) Fixes an issue where some traffic targets may be missed when over 200 targets are in range
  • (GPS 175/GNX 375/GNC 355) Fixes an issue where prioritization of selected traffic over non-selected traffic was not occurring. This could result in removal of selected traffic, if 60 or more other aircraft are closer than selected traffic.
• Clarified AFMS completion instructions.
  Clarified installation instructions for aircraft without an avionics bus.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1983 Rev A

The post GPS 175/GNC 355/GNX 375 main software version 3.03 for Part 23 AML STC SA02636SE Part 23 Aircraft appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G5000 Integrated Flight Decks installed in Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) Model 560XL (Excel) under STC ST01918WI are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC ST01918WI

COMPLIANCE:

Optional: This STC Service Bulletin may be incorporated at the owner’s discretion and is not warranty reimbursable.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides approval for update to Collins ALT-55B configuration software to support installation of the optional Collins ALT-55B.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1977 Rev A

The post Optional Collins ALT-55B Installation for G5000 in Textron Aviation Inc. Model 560XL appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

G5000 Integrated Flight Decks installed in Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) Model 560XL under STC ST01918WI are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC ST01918WI

COMPLIANCE:

Recommended: Garmin recommends the incorporation of this STC Service Bulletin at the next scheduled service interval.

PURPOSE:

The BIAS HEATER FAIL CAS message will not appear in the G5000 CAS window when the Panel Light Switch is On and the Rotary Test Switch is in the ANNU position.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1978 Rev A

The post BIAS HEATER FAIL CAS message design change for G5000 in Textron Aviation Inc. Model 560XL appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.

PRODUCTS AFFECTED:

GTX 345/345R (GTX 3X5(R)) units installed using Part 23 ADS-B AML STC SA01714WI and EASA STC 10060873 are affected.

CERTIFICATION AUTHORIZATION:

STC SA01714WI and EASA STC 10060873

COMPLIANCE:

Recommended: Garmin recommends the incorporation of this service bulletin at the next scheduled service interval.

PURPOSE:

This STC Service Bulletin provides notification of an update to STC SA01714WI and EASA STC 10060873, GTX 33X and GTX 3X5(R) with ADS-B AML STC, MDL Revision 15.

GTX 345(R) ADSB software version 3.13 fixes an issue where some traffic targets may be missed when over 200 targets are in range.

ASDN Service Bulletin 1985 Rev A

The post Approval of GTX 345(R) ADSB software version 3.13 appeared first on Aviation Alerts and Advisories.