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GMA 340 & 347 The GMA 340 is a feature-rich audio panel with six-place stereo intercom and
independent pilot/co-pilot communications capabilities. The GMA 347 has automatic
squelch, digital clearance recorder, and a full-duplex telephone interface.
GTX™ 330 & 330D FAA-certified Mode S transponders with data link capability, including local air traffic
information at FAA radar sites equipped with Traffic Information Service (TIS). These
transponders may also be optionally upgraded to provide 1090 MHz Extended Squitter
(ES) transmission capabilities, which will increase situational awareness once the
Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) system is fully implemented.
GTX 320A,327 & 328 FAA-certified transponders which transmit altitude or flight identification to air traffic
control radar systems or other aircraft’s air traffic avoidance devices and feature solid-
state construction for longer life. The GTX 327 offers a digital display with timing
functions. The 328 is designed exclusively for Europe and satisfies the European
requirement for a Mode S solution that meets the reduced certification requirements for
the VFR Mode S mandate.
GDL 90 The GDL 90 is the first airborne Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
product certified by the FAA to TSO C145A standards. The GDL 90 allows pilots in the
cockpit and air traffic controllers on the ground to “see” aircraft traffic with much more
precision than has ever been possible before without the costly infrastructure of ground
based tracking radar. The GDL 90 relies on the infrastructure that is part of the FAA’s
Safe Flight 21 program. This program is currently under development with
implementation of the ground-based portion of the ADS-B network taking place along
the East Coast and other selected areas of the U.S.A. Additional installations of the
ADS-B ground stations are planned. The ground stations can track aircraft movement
and eventually are expected to be used to broadcast traffic and weather services. Pilots
equipped with the GDL 90 and operating within the ground station coverage area will
receive aircraft traffic and real-time weather information free of charge.
GDL 69 and 69A The GDL 69 offers the ability to provide real-time weather information to the aircraft
which can be displayed on one of several panel-mounted devices, such as the GNS 430,
GNS 530, MX20, and G1000 systems. The GDL 69 and GDL 69A receive real-time
weather information broadcast by the XM WX Satellite radio system. In addition, the
GDL 69A expands the utility of the system by providing CD quality audio provided by
XM Satellite Radio (separate subscriptions for weather data and audio required).
GMX 200™ A large (6.5 inch) sunlight-readable, high-resolution, multi-function display.
SL 30 and SL 40 The SL30 is a compact VHF navigation and communications unit that combines a 760-
channel VHF communications radio with 200-channel glideslope and localizer receivers.
The SL40 is a 760-channel VHF communications radio only. Both the SL30 and SL40
feature 10 watt communications transmitters.
GWX™ 68 The GWX 68 is an all-in-one antenna/receiver/transmitter that brings real-time weather to
Garmin’s newest multi-function displays.
Sales and Marketing
Garmin’s non-aviation products are sold through a worldwide network of approximately 3,000 independent
dealers and distributors in approximately 100 countries who meet our sales and customer service qualifications. Best
Buy was the only customer whose purchases represented 10% or more of Garmin’s consolidated revenues in the
fiscal year ended December 27, 2008 (Best Buy’s purchases totaled 12.0% of Garmin’s 2008 consolidated
revenues). Marketing support is provided geographically from Garmin’s offices in Olathe, Kansas (North, South and