LOG OF REVISIONS

Page
Revision Date Number Description FAA Approved
Number
1 01/03/2020 All Complete Supplement Erik Frisk
ODA STC Unit
Administrator
Garmin International,
Inc.
ODA-240087-CE
2 02/19/2020 1 Section 1.1 Erik Frisk
• Fixed ODA STC Unit
Typographical Administrator
6 Error Garmin International,
Section 1.2 Inc.
• Fixed ODA-240087-CE
Typographical
Error
3 12/11/2020 All Replaced references to Erik Frisk
AC 90-105 with AC 90- ODA STC Unit
105A Administrator
Garmin International,
Replaced References to Inc.
FAA Order 8400.12A ODA-240087-CE
and 8400.33 with AC
90-105A

Replaced References to
AC 90-100A with AC
6 90-100A CHG 2

Section 1.3
• Updated reference to
11 AC 120-76D

Section 2.4
• Replaced references
to Garmin WFDE
Program with Garmin
12 RAIM Prediction tool.

Section 2.5
• Updated software
versions

Section 2.6
13 • Removed note

Section 2.9
• Removed VOR from
list of approaches not
approved with GPS
17 guidance

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Number

Section 2.21
• Changed wording for
19 clarity

Section 2.31
• Clarified use of OBS
mode

Added Section 2.33:

Glide Range Ring and
31 Best Glide Airport
Indicator

Removed Section 4.8:

33 Database Conflict
Resolution

Section 7.1
• Updated Pilot’s Guide
revision
48 • Removed sentence to
improve clarity

Added Section 7.32:

Screenshots

Added Section 7.33:

Knob Control

Added Section 7.34:

Cross Side Radio
Control

49 Added Section 7.35:

Glide Range Ring and
Best Glide Airport
Indicator

Added Section 7.36:

Emergency page

Added Section 7.37:

Remote Database
Confirmation
4 07/23/2021 4 Section 1.2: Added Charles S. Roberts
Smart Glide For Manager NW Flight
Test Section AIR-715,
12 Section 2.5: Updated FAA Seattle, WA
Software versions

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Number

19 Replaced Section 2.33

Glide Range Ring and
Best Glide Airport
Indicator with Section
2.33 Smart Glide

Section 3: Added
21 Section Table of
Contents

23 Added Section 3.1.2:

Loss of Engine Power
or Engine Failure in
Flight

Added Section 3.1.3:

Smart Glide “Maneuver
and Land / Disconnect
Autopilot”
28
Added Section 3.2.16:
Smart Glide Failure

Added Section 3.2.17:

Smart Glide Inadvertent
Activation
31
Section 4: Added
Section Table of
Contents
38
Section 7.1: Updated
Pilot’s Guide Revision
43
Section 7.11: Added
Smart Glide Switch
48
Removed previously
numbered Section 7.35:
Glide Range Ring and
Best Glide Airport
Indicator
49
Removed previously
numbered Section 7.37:
Remote Database
Confirmation
52

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Section 7.28: Updated
53 VNAV wording for
clarification

Renumbered Section
54 7.36 to 7.35:
Emergency Page

63 Added Section 7.36:

Smart Glide

Added Section 7.37:

Single Point Database
Acknowledgement

5 12/28/2021 6 Section 1.2: Updated Erik Frisk

Document Reference ODA STC Unit
Administrator
12 Section 2.5: Updated Garmin International,
GTN Xi software Inc.
versions and ODA-240087-CE
instructions to find
software version
54-63
Section 7.36: Added
information about G5
and G3X to smart glide
section. Additional
corrections and
clarifications were
made throughout.

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Page
Revision Date Number Description FAA Approved
Number
6 01/25/2023 Section 1 Updated images and JR Brownell
layout. New systems ODA STC Unit
capabilities and Administrator
descriptions. Garmin International,
Reorganized. New Inc.
installer checkboxes for ODA-240087-CE
the aircraft. New
applicable software
versions.

Section 2 Updated software

versions, new
limitations, removed
systems descriptions,
reorganized. RNP
limitation update.

Section 3 Updated procedures,

reorganized.

Section 4 Updated procedures,

reorganized.

Section 7 New systems

descriptions,
reorganized. GDL 60
systems description.

ALL Added “FAA

APPROVED” or “NOT
FAA APPROVED” to
footers for all pages.
7 04/05/2023 3 Moved Minimum JR Brownell
Software Version Table ODA STC Unit
from Section 2.4 to Administrator
Section 1.2. Garmin International,
Inc.
24 Rewrote Section 3.1.2 ODA-240087-CE
GTN Xi Smart Glide
procedure for clarity.
Combined Section 3.1.3
into Section 3.1.2.

Various Section paragraphs and

Table of Contents
updated per the above
changes.

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Number
8 04/19/2024 1 Added TSO-C151d See page i
Class A TAWS to Table
1-1

3 Updated software
versions in Table 1-2

18 Added installer
checkboxes for TAWS-
A configurations

21 Added TAWS-A
limitations

22 Added limitation for

entry of procedures and
altitude entry

24 Added note for TAWS

operation in cold
weather

28, 29, Added GPWS and

32-35 TAWS-A procedures
and information

40 Added TAWS-A Flap

and Glide slope inhibit
procedures

47-51 Added TAWS-A and

TAWS-B information
and alerts

55 Added GWX 8000

description

76 Added Core Procedure

selection description

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 Table of Contents

SECTION PAGE
SECTION 1. GENERAL ................................................................................... 1
1.1 GARMIN GTN XI NAVIGATORS .............................................................. 1
1.2 APPLICABLE SYSTEM SOFTWARE ............................................................ 3
1.3 SYSTEM CAPABILITIES ............................................................................ 3
1.4 ELECTRONIC FLIGHT BAG ..................................................................... 14
1.5 ELECTRONIC CHECKLISTS ..................................................................... 14
1.6 DEFINITIONS ......................................................................................... 15
1.7 INSTALLATION DESCRIPTION ................................................................ 16
SECTION 2. LIMITATIONS ......................................................................... 19
2.1 KINDS OF OPERATION ........................................................................... 19
2.2 MINIMUM EQUIPMENT .......................................................................... 19
2.3 SYSTEM USE ......................................................................................... 19
2.4 NAVIGATION DATABASE ....................................................................... 19
2.5 GROUND OPERATIONS .......................................................................... 19
2.6 RNAV PROCEDURES............................................................................. 20
2.7 QFE BAROMETRIC SETTING.................................................................. 21
2.8 TERRAIN ALERTING FUNCTION (ALL UNITS) ........................................ 21
2.9 TAWS FUNCTION (OPTIONAL) ............................................................. 21
2.10 POLAR OPERATIONS .............................................................................. 21
2.11 DATALINK WEATHER DISPLAY (OPTIONAL) ......................................... 21
2.12 TRAFFIC DISPLAY (OPTIONAL) ............................................................. 22
2.13 DEMO MODE ......................................................................................... 22
2.14 WIRE OBSTACLE DATABASE ................................................................. 22
2.15 DATABASE UPDATES............................................................................. 22
2.16 OBS MODE ........................................................................................... 22
2.17 ADVISORY VISUAL APPROACHES .......................................................... 22
2.18 SMART GLIDE ....................................................................................... 22
2.19 PROCEDURE ROUTES AND ALTITUDES .................................................. 22
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES .............................................. 23
3.1 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES.................................................................... 23
3.2 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES ..................................................................... 26
3.3 WARNING MESSAGES ........................................................................... 32
3.4 CAUTION MESSAGES ............................................................................. 33
3.5 FAILURE MESSAGES .............................................................................. 35
SECTION 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES ...................................................... 36
4.1 UNIT POWER ON ................................................................................... 37
4.2 BEFORE TAKEOFF ................................................................................. 37
4.3 HSI AND EHSI OPERATION ................................................................... 38
4.4 AUTOPILOT OPERATION ........................................................................ 38
4.5 COUPLING THE AUTOPILOT DURING APPROACHES ................................ 39
4.6 COUPLING THE AUTOPILOT FOR DESCENT VNAV ................................ 39
4.7 COUPLING THE AUTOPILOT DURING SEARCH AND RESCUE
OPERATIONS ......................................................................................... 39
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 4.8 COLD WEATHER COMPENSATION.......................................................... 40
4.9 TAWS-A FLAP INHIBIT ......................................................................... 40
4.10 TAWS-A GLIDESLOPE INHIBIT ............................................................. 40
SECTION 5. PERFORMANCE ..................................................................... 41
SECTION 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE ...................................................... 42
SECTION 7. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS ..................................................... 43
7.1 PILOT’S GUIDE ...................................................................................... 43
7.2 NAVIGATION ......................................................................................... 43
7.3 TERRAIN PROXIMITY, TERRAIN ALERTING, AND TAWS ....................... 46
7.4 GMA 35/35C AUDIO PANEL (OPTIONAL) .............................................. 51
7.5 STORMSCOPE® (OPTIONAL) .................................................................. 52
7.6 EXTERNAL SWITCHES............................................................................ 52
7.7 AIRSPACE DEPICTION AND ALERTS ....................................................... 53
7.8 GARMIN ADS-B TRAFFIC SYSTEM INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) ................. 53
7.9 GWX 70/75 WEATHER RADAR (OPTIONAL) ......................................... 54
7.10 GWX 8000 WEATHER RADAR (OPTIONAL) .......................................... 55
7.11 CHARTS (OPTIONAL) ............................................................................. 55
7.12 TRANSPONDER CONTROL (OPTIONAL) .................................................. 55
7.13 TELEPHONE AUDIO (OPTIONAL)............................................................ 55
7.14 TERRAIN, WIRES, AND OBSTACLES ....................................................... 55
7.15 MAP PAGE ............................................................................................. 58
7.16 TIMES AND DISTANCES ......................................................................... 58
7.17 GTN XI-GTN (XI) CROSSFILL .............................................................. 59
7.18 AUTOMATIC SPEECH RECOGNITION (ASR) ........................................... 60
7.19 EUROPEAN VISUAL REPORTING POINTS ................................................ 61
7.20 SCREENSHOTS ....................................................................................... 61
7.21 KNOB PAGE NAVIGATION ..................................................................... 61
7.22 REMOTE RADIO CONTROL (OPTIONAL) ................................................. 61
7.23 EMERGENCY PAGE (OPTIONAL) ............................................................ 62
7.24 SMART GLIDE (OPTIONAL) .................................................................... 62
7.25 AUTOPILOT COUPLING .......................................................................... 70
7.26 STORMSCOPE® DISPLAY (OPTIONAL).................................................... 71
7.27 FLIGHT PLANNER/CALCULATOR FUNCTIONS ........................................ 71
7.28 FUEL RANGE RINGS .............................................................................. 71
7.29 GLOVE USE / COVERED FINGERS........................................................... 71
7.30 ACTIVE WEATHER RADAR .................................................................... 72
7.31 TELEPHONE AUDIO................................................................................ 72
7.32 MULTI CREW AIRCRAFT (GMA 35 ONLY) ............................................ 72
7.33 AUTOMATIC SPEECH RECOGNITION ...................................................... 72
7.34 CONNEXT DATA (OPTIONAL) ................................................................ 73
7.35 SYSTEM DATABASES ............................................................................. 73
7.36 CORE PROCEDURE SELECTION .............................................................. 76

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Section 1. General

1.1 Garmin GTN Xi Navigators

The Garmin GTN Xi navigation system is a GPS system with a Satellite Based
Augmentation System (SBAS), comprised of one or more Garmin TSO-C146e
GTN 625Xi, 635Xi, 650Xi, 725Xi, or 750Xi navigator(s) and one or more
Garmin approved GPS/SBAS antenna(s). The GTN navigation system is
installed in accordance with AC 20-138D.

GTN 625Xi

GTN 635Xi

GTN 650Xi

GTN 725Xi

GTN 750Xi
GPS SBAS Navigation:
• Oceanic, enroute, terminal, and non-precision
approach guidance X X X X X
• Precision approach guidance (LP, LPV)
VHF Com Radio, 118.00 to 136.990, MHz, 8.33 or 25
X X X
kHz increments
VHF Nav Radio, 108.00 to 117.95 MHz, 50 kHz
X X
increments
LOC and Glideslope non-precision and precision
approach guidance for Cat 1 minimums, 328.6 to 335.4 X X
MHz tuning range
Moving map including topographic, terrain, aviation, and
X X X X X
geopolitical data
Display of datalink weather products, SiriusXM, FIS-B,
X X X X X
Connext (all optional)
Control and display of airborne weather radar (optional) X X
Display of terminal procedures data (optional) X X
Display of traffic data, including ADS-B (optional) X X X X X
Display of StormScope® data (optional) X X X X X
Display of marker beacon annunciators (optional) X* X* X* X X
Remote audio panel control (optional) X X
Remote transponder control (optional) X X X X X
Remote audio entertainment datalink control (optional) X X X X X
TSO-C151dClass B TAWS (optional) X X X X X
TSO-C151dClass A TAWS (optional) X X X X X
Supplemental calculators and timers X X X X X
Control of GSR 56 Iridium Satellite Phone and SMS Text X X X X X
Control of Flight Stream 210 (optional) X X X X X
Control of Flight Stream 510 (optional) X X X X X
* Display of marker beacon annunciations on the GTN 6XX is only possible when installed with a
Garmin GMA 350 audio panel.
Table 1-1 – GTN Functions
The GPS navigation functions, and optional VHF communication and
navigation radio functions are operated by dedicated hard keys, a dual
concentric rotary knob, or the touchscreen.

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Although intuitive and user friendly, the GTN Xi requires a reasonable degree of
familiarity to avoid becoming too engrossed at the expense of basic instrument
flying in IMC and basic see-and-avoid procedures in VMC. Pilot workload will
be higher for pilots with limited familiarity in using the unit in an IFR
environment, particularly without the autopilot engaged. Garmin provides a
detailed Pilot’s Guide, and a tablet trainer app. Pilots should take full advantage
of these tools to enhance their familiarity with the system.

Figure 1 - GTN 750Xi Control and Display Layout

Figure 2 - GTN 635Xi/650Xi Control and Display Layout

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1.2 Applicable System Software
All software versions displayed can be viewed on the System – System Status or
Connext Setup pages. The following or later software versions must be installed
for this AFMS revision to be applicable to the installation.

Software Item Software Version

Main SW Version 20.41
GPS SW Version 8.6
Com SW Version 2.11
Nav SW Version 2.04
Flight Stream 210 2.90
Flight Stream 510 2.8X
GDL 60 2.30
Table 1-2 - Software Versions

1.3 System Capabilities

This Flight Manual Supplement documents the installed capabilities of the
GTN Xi specific to the aircraft for which this manual is created.

The GTN Xi system and associated navigation interface in this aircraft may have
the following capabilities, in addition to the core multifunction display
capability:
• VHF Communication Radio
• Primary VHF Navigation
• Primary GPS Navigation (Enroute) and Approach Capability
(LP/LNAV) – See below
• Primary GPS Approach Capability with Vertical Guidance
(LNAV/VNAV, LPV) – See below
• TSO-C151d Terrain Awareness and Warning System – See section 2.9
• Enroute Baro-VNAV
• Smart Glide

GPS/SBAS TSO-C146e Class 3 Operation

The GTN Xi navigator installed in this aircraft is a TSO-C146e Class 3
approved GPS navigator that complies with AC 20-138D and has airworthiness
approval for navigation using GPS and SBAS (within the coverage of a Satellite
Based Augmentation System complying with ICAO Annex 10) for IFR enroute,
terminal area, and non-precision approach operations (including those
approaches titled “GPS”, “or GPS”, and “RNAV (GPS)” approaches). The
Garmin GNSS navigation system is composed of the GTN Xi navigator and
antenna and is approved for approach procedures with vertical guidance
including “LPV” and “LNAV/VNAV” and without vertical guidance including
“LP” and “LNAV”.

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The Garmin GTN Xi system as installed in this airplane complies with the
equipment, performance, and functional requirements to conduct RNAV
operations in accordance with the following table. This table is accurate at the
time it was published. However, changes to operational rules, FAA advisory
circulars, flight plan formats, etc., are possible. The pilot is responsible to ensure
compliance with current operational requirements.

Operational ICAO Flight

Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

RNAV 10 GNSS FDE FAA AC R A1 The GPS equipment as

availability must 20-138D installed requires a second
RNP 10 be verified prior to CHG 2, GNSS system for Class II
flight. Maximum FAA AC navigation in oceanic and
Oceanic predicted FDE 90-105A, remote airspace.
and Remote unavailability is 34
Areas of minutes.1 FAA AC When installed with a
Operation Two GNSS 91-70B, second GNSS system, the
(Class II systems required EASA GTN Xi equipment
Navigation) to be operational, AMC complies with the
(one GNSS system 20-12 requirements for GPS
for those routes primary means of Class II
requiring only one navigation in oceanic and
long range remote airspace, when used
navigation in conjunction with an
system). FDE prediction tool that
No time limit satisfies the guidance of
using GNSS as the FAA AC 20-138D and AC
primary navigation 90-105A (or later
sensor. revision).1

Part 91, Part 91 Additional equipment may

subpart K, 121, be required to obtain
125, and 135 operational approval to
operators require utilize RNP-10
operational performance.
approval.

B-RNAV / This does not FAA AC R B2

RNAV 5 constitute an 90-96A
(Europe) operational CHG 1,
approval.
EASA
AMC 20-
4A

GNSS FDE The GPS equipment as

RNP 4 availability must FAA AC R L1 installed requires a second
be verified prior to 20-138D GNSS system for Class II
Oceanic flight. Maximum CHG 2, navigation in oceanic and
and Remote predicted FDE FAA AC remote airspace.
Areas of unavailability is 25 90-105A,
Operation minutes.1 FAA AC Additional equipment may
(Class II 91-70B be required to obtain

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Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/
Navigation) Two operational operational approval to
. long-range nav utilize RNP-4
systems required, performance.
(or one navigation
system and one
GNSS sensor for
those routes
requiring only one
long-range
navigation sensor).

No time limit
using GNSS as the
primary navigation
sensor.

Part 91, Part 91

subpart K, 121,
125, and 135
operators require
operational
approval.

RNAV 2 The GNSS RNAV FAA AC R C2 Includes RNAV Q and T

system is installed 20-138D routes.
and meets the CHG 2,
performance and FAA AC
functional 90-100A
requirements of CHG 2
AC 90-100A.

In accordance with
AC 90-100A,
CHG 2,
Part 91 operators
(except subpart K)
following the
aircraft and
training guidance
in AC 90-100A are
authorized to fly
RNAV 2
procedures.

Part 91 subpart K,
121, 125, 129, and
135 operators
require operational
approval.

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 Operational ICAO Flight
Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

RNAV 1 The GNSS RNAV FAA AC R D2 Includes RNAV terminal

system is installed 20-138D departure, arrival
and meets the CHG 2, procedures, and approach
performance and FAA AC procedures up to the Final
functional 90-100A Approach Fix.
requirements of CHG 2
AC 90-100A.

In accordance with
AC 90-100A, Part
91 operators
(except subpart K)
following the
aircraft and
training guidance
in AC 90-100A are
authorized to fly
RNAV 1
procedures.

Part 91 subpart K,
121, 125, 129, and
135 operators
require operational
approval.

P-RNAV This does not FAA AC R D2 ICAO flight plan code for
(Europe) constitute an 90-96A P-RNAV no longer exists.
operational CHG 1, P-RNAV utilizes RNAV 1
approval. flight plan codes.
JAA TGL
10 Rev 1

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Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/
RNP 0.3 Includes RNP FAA R TBD Includes RNP terminal
terminal departure AC 90- departure and arrival
and arrival 105A procedures, including
procedures. When procedures with radius-to-
flying a RNP fix (RF) legs. Also
procedure with a includes approach
radius-to fix (RF) procedures to the Final
leg, the AFCS Approach Fix.
must be
operational. At a AC 90-105A states that
minimum, the procedures with RF legs
flight director must be flown using either
must be displayed a flight director or coupled
and utilized when to the autopilot.
conducting
procedures with Item 18 PBN flight plan
RF legs. code is still to-be-
determined at time of
In accordance with publication of this AFMS.
AC 90-105A, Part
91 operators Garmin has demonstrated
(except subpart K) acceptable crew workload
following the and Flight Technical Error
aircraft and for hand flown procedures
training guidance with RF legs when the
in AC 90-105A are installation complies with
authorized to fly limitation set forth in
RNP 1 procedures. Section 2.6.1 of this
Part 91 subpart K, document. It is
121, 125, 129, and recommended to couple
135 operators the autopilot for RF
require operational procedures, if available,
approval. but it is not required to do
so. See section 4.5 of this
manual to determine if this
capability is supported in
this installation.

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 Operational ICAO Flight
Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

RNP 1 When flying a FAA AC R O2 Includes RNP terminal

RNP procedure 20-138D departure and arrival
containing an RF CHG 2, procedures, including
leg, the AFCS procedures with radius-to-
must be FAA AC fix (RF) legs. Also
operational. 90-105A includes approach
procedures to the Final
At a minimum, the Approach Fix.
flight director
must be displayed AC 90-105A states that
and utilized when procedures with RF legs
conducting must be flown using either
procedures a flight director or coupled
containing radius- to the autopilot.
to-fix (RF) legs.
In accordance with Garmin has demonstrated
AC 90-105A, Part acceptable crew workload
91 operators and Flight Technical Error
(except subpart K), for hand flown procedures
following the with RF legs when the
aircraft and installation complies with
training guidance limitation set forth in
in AC 90-105A are Section 2.6.1 of this
authorized to fly document. It is
RNP 1 procedures. recommended to couple
the autopilot for RF
Part 91 subpart K, procedures, if available,
121, 125, 129, and but it is not required to do
135 operators so. See section 4.5 of this
require operational manual to determine if this
approval. capability is supported in
this installation.

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 Operational ICAO Flight
Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

RNP-2 GNSS FDE FAA AC R TBD The GPS equipment as

(Oceanic / availability must 20-138D installed requires a second
Remote) be verified prior to CHG2, GNSS system for Class II
flight. Maximum FAA AC navigation in oceanic and
predicted FDE 90-105A remote airspace.
unavailability is 5 FAA AC Additional equipment may
minutes.1 91-70B be required to obtain
operational approval to
Two operational utilize RNP-2
long-range nav performance.
systems required, Item 18 PBN flight plan
(or one navigation code is still to-be-
system and one determined at time of
GNSS sensor for publication of this AFMS.
those routes
requiring only one
long-range
navigation sensor).

No time limit
using GNSS as the
primary navigation
sensor.

Part 91, Part 91

subpart K, 121,
125, and 135
operators require
operational
approval.

RNP-2 In accordance with FAA AC R TBD Includes RNP-2 domestic

(Domestic / AC 90-105A, Part 20-138D and offshore routes.
Offshore 91 operators CHG 2, Item 18 PBN flight plan
En route) (except subpart K) FAA AC code is still to-be-
following the 90-105A determined at time of
aircraft and FAA AC publication of this AFMS.
training guidance 91-70B
in AC 90-105A are
authorized to fly
RNP-2 domestic
and offshore
routes.

Part 91 subpart K,
121, 125, 129, and
135 operators
require operational
approval.

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 Operational ICAO Flight
Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

RNP When flying a FAA AC R S1 Includes non-precision

APCH RNP procedure 20-138D approaches based on
LNAV with a radius-to- CHG 2, conventional navigation
minima fix (RF) leg, the FAA AC aids with “or GPS” in the
AFCS must be 90-105A, title and area navigation
operational. At a approaches titled “GPS”,
minimum, the EASA “RNAV-(GPS)”, and
flight director AMC 20- “RNAV (GNSS)”. This
must be displayed 27A includes procedures with
and utilized when radius-to-fix (RF) legs.
conducting
procedures Garmin has demonstrated
containing RF acceptable crew workload
legs. and Flight Technical Error
In accordance with for hand flown procedures
AC 90-105A, Part with RF legs when the
91 operators installation complies with
(except subpart K), limitation set forth in
following the Section 2.6.1 of this
aircraft and document. It is
training guidance recommended to couple
in AC 90-105A are the autopilot for RF
authorized to fly procedures, if available,
RNP APCH but it is not required to do
LNAV minima so. See section 4.5 of this
procedures. manual to determine if this
Part 91 subpart K, capability is supported in
121, 125, 129, and this installation.
135 operators
require operational
approval.

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Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

RNP When flying a FAA AC R S2 Includes area navigation

APCH RNP procedure 20-138D approaches titled
LNAV/VN with a radius-to- CHG 2, “RNAV (GPS)” and
AV minima fix (RF) leg, the FAA AC “RNAV (GNSS).” This
AFCS must be 90-105A, includes procedures with
operational. At a radius-to-fix (RF) legs.
minimum, the EASA
flight director AMC 20- Garmin has demonstrated
must be displayed 27A with acceptable crew workload
and utilized when CM-AS- and Flight Technical Error
conducting 002 for hand flown procedures
procedures with RF legs when the
containing RF installation complies with
legs. limitation set forth in
Section 2.6.1 of this
In accordance with document. It is
AC 90-105A, Part recommended to couple
91 operators the autopilot for RF
(except subpart K), procedures, if available,
following the but it is not required to do
aircraft and so. See section 4.5 of this
training guidance manual to determine if this
in AC 90-105A are capability is supported in
authorized to fly this installation.
RNP APCH
LNAV/VNAV
minima
procedures.
Part 91 subpart K,
121, 125, 129, and
135 operators
require operational
approval.

RNP When flying a FAA AC N/A N/A Includes area navigation

APCH LP RNP procedure 20-138D approaches titled
minima with a radius-to- CHG 2, “RNAV (GPS)” and
fix (RF) leg, the “RNAV (GNSS)”
AFCS must be FAA AC including procedures with
operational. At a 90-107 radius-to-fix (RF) legs.
minimum, the
flight director LP minima are available
must be displayed only when within SBAS
and utilized when coverage.
conducting
procedures Garmin has demonstrated
containing RF legs acceptable crew workload
and Flight Technical Error
In accordance with for hand flown procedures
AC 90-107, Part with RF legs when the
91 operators installation complies with
(except subpart K), limitation set forth in

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 Operational ICAO Flight
Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/
following the Section 2.6.1 of this
aircraft and document. It is
training guidance recommended to couple
in AC 90-107 are the autopilot for RF
authorized to fly procedures, if available,
RNP APCH LP but it is not required to do
minima so. See section 4.5 of this
procedures. manual to determine if this
capability is supported in
Part 91 subpart K, this installation.
121, 125, 129, and
135 operators
require operational
approval.

RNP When flying a FAA AC B N/A Includes area navigation

APCH LPV RNP procedure 20-138D approaches titled
minima with a radius-to- CHG 2, “RNAV (GPS)” and
fix (RF) leg, the “RNAV (GNSS)”,
AFCS must be FAA AC including procedures with
operational. At a 90-107, radius-to-fix (RF) legs.
minimum, the
flight director EASA LPV minima are available
must be displayed AMC 20- only when within SBAS
and utilized when 28 coverage.
conducting
procedures Garmin has demonstrated
containing RF acceptable crew workload
legs. and Flight Technical Error
for hand flown procedures
In accordance with with RF legs when the
AC 90-107, Part installation complies with
91 operators limitation set forth in
(except subpart K), Section 2.6.1 of this
following the document. It is
aircraft and recommended to couple
training guidance the autopilot for RF
in AC 90-107 are procedures, if available,
authorized to fly but it is not required to do
RNP APCH LPV so. See section 4.5 of this
minima manual to determine if this
procedures. capability is supported in
this installation.
Part 91 subpart K,
121, 125, 129, and
135 operators
require operational
approval.

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Requirements/ Plan Code
Navigation Reference
Authorization Item Item Notes
Spec. Documents
10a 18
Code PBN/

Advanced This does not FAA AC N/A N/A • RNAV Holding:

RNP constitute an 20-138D Supported.
operational CHG 2,
See Notes approval. • RF Legs: Supported.
for specific FAA AC
Advanced 90-105A • Parallel Offsets: RNP-
RNP 4 parallel offsets as
functions. defined by AC 20-
138D Chapter 10 are
supported.

• Advanced RNP parallel

offsets as defined by
AC20-138D Appendix
3 are supported.

• Higher Continuity:
Supported only when a
second GNSS system is
installed and operating.

• Scalable RNP:
Not supported.

• Fixed Radius
Transitions (FRT):
Not Supported

• Time of Arrival
Control (TOAC):
Not supported.

________________________________

FDE/RAIM availability worldwide can be determined via the following:

• An FDE prediction tool that satisfies the guidance of FAA AC 20-138D and AC 90-105A
(or later revision), such as the Garmin RAIM/FDE Prediction program
(https://fly.garmin.com/fly-garmin/support/raim/)

Also, within the United States:

• Via the FAA’s RAIM Service Availability Prediction Tool (SAPT) website:
http://sapt.faa.gov.
• Contacting a Flight Service Station (not DUATS) to obtain non-precision approach
RAIM.

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Within Europe,

• An FDE prediction tool that satisfies the guidance of FAA AC 20-138D and AC 90-105A
(or later revision)
• Europe’s AUGER GPS RAIM Prediction Tool at
http://augur.ecacnav.com/augur/app/home.

This requirement is not necessary if SBAS coverage is confirmed to be available along the entire route
of flight.

Garmin International holds an FAA Type 2 Letter of Acceptance (LOA) in accordance with AC 20-
153A for database integrity, quality, and database management practices for the Navigation database.
Flight crews and operators can view the LOA status at FlyGarmin.com then select “Aviation Database
Declarations”.

1.4 Electronic Flight Bag

The GTN 750Xi/725Xi are operationally suitable as installed equipment, Type
B EFB applications in accordance with AC 120-76D when using current
FliteChart or ChartView data.

Use of the Flight Stream interface and data for the purpose of Electronic Flight
Bag applications is not approved as part of this STC. Additional approval may
be required to obtain operational approval for use of the Flight Stream and
supplied data to supplement EFB systems.

1.5 Electronic Checklists

The GTN Xi checklist functions are designed to DO-178B software design
assurance level B and support a minor failure classification. While this STC
does not grant operational approval for operators requiring such approval, there
are no limitations precluding operators from obtaining their own operational
approval for the checklist function.

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1.6 Definitions
The following terminology is used within this document:
ADF Automatic Direction Finder LPV Localizer Performance with
ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance Vertical Guidance
Broadcast LP +V Localizer Performance with
AEG Aircraft Evaluation Group (FAA) Advisory Vertical Guidance
APR Approach MLS Microwave Landing System
ASR Automated Speech Recognition MMC Multi-Media Card
ATK Along TracK NOTAM Notice to Air Missions
CDI Course Deviation Indicator OBS Omni Bearing Selector
DME Distance Measuring Equipment PED Portable Electronic Device
ECAC European Civil Aviation PTC Push-To-Command
Conference RAIM Receiver Autonomous Integrity
EFB Electronic Flight Bag Monitoring
EGNOS European Geostationary RF Leg Radius-To-Fix Leg of a Charted
Navigation Overlay Service Instrument Procedure
EHSI Electronic Horizontal Situation RFL Reverse Frequency Lookup
Indicator RMT Remote
FPA Flight Path Angle RNAV Area Navigation
FIS-B Flight Information Services RNP Required Navigational Performance
Broadcast SAR Search and Rescue
GAGAN GPS Aided GEO Augmented SBAS Satellite Based Augmentation
Navigation System
GDU Garmin Display Unit SD Secure Digital
GMA Garmin Multimedia Audio SDF Simplified Directional Facility
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System SUSP Suspend
GPA Glidepath Angle TACAN Tactical Air Navigation System
GPS Global Positioning System TAS Traffic Awareness System
GPSS GPS Roll Steering TAWS Terrain Awareness and Warning
GTN Garmin Touchscreen Navigator System
HOT Hazardous Obstacle Transmission TCAS Traffic Collision Avoidance System
wires TCH Threshold Crossing Height
HSI Horizontal Situation Indicator TFR Temporary Flight Restriction
IAP Instrument Approach Procedure TIS Traffic Information Service
IFR Instrument Flight Rules VHF Very High Frequency
ILS Instrument Landing System VFR Visual Flight Rules
IMC Instrument Meteorological VGSI Visual Glide-Slope Indicator
Conditions
VLOC VOR/Localizer
LDA Localizer Directional Aid
VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
LNAV Lateral Navigation
VNAV Vertical Navigation
LNAV +V LNAV with advisory Vertical
Guidance VOR VHF Omnidirectional Range
L/VNAV Lateral/Vertical Navigation VRP Visual Reporting Point
LOC Localizer WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System
LOC-BC Localizer Backcourse WFDE WAAS Fault Data Exclusion
LP Localizer Performance XFR Transfer

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1.7 Installation Description
The following describes the GTN installation and configuration for this aircraft.
Reference this section when using the Normal or Emergency Procedures in
Sections 3 and 4. A function or installed feature is applicable to this aircraft only
when the corresponding box is checked.

The major components are protected with resettable circuit breakers available to
the pilot. The breakers installed in the aircraft are checked below.

Description Derivative Circuit Breaker

Label(s)
 GTN #1 750 (GPS/COM/NAV)  GPS 1
735 (GPS/COM)  NAV/GPS 1
725 (GPS Only)  COM
650 (GPS/COM/NAV)  COM 1
635 (GPS/COM)
625 (GPS Only)
 GTN #2 750 (GPS/COM/NAV)  GPS 2
735 (GPS/COM)  NAV/GPS 2
725 (GPS Only)  COM
650 (GPS/COM/NAV)  COM 2
635 (GPS/COM)
625 (GPS Only)
 Integrated GMA 35 AUDIO
Audio Panel
 Streaming Flight Stream 210 BT LINK
Device
 Wireless GDL 60 CNXT
Access CNXT BATT

1.7.1 Installed Controllers and Annunciators

Description
 Remote TAWS Annunciator
 Remote GPS Annunciator

1.7.2 Interfaces and Connections

The following describes the functionality present in the aircraft based on the
external interfaces to the GTN Xi.

1.7.2.1 Heading
 This installation has a heading source. The GTN Xi will provide roll
steering on heading legs for the autopilot.
 This installation does not have a heading source. The crew cannot use the
GTN Xi roll steering to fly heading legs with the autopilot.

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1.7.2.2 Altitude
 This installation has a barometric corrected altitude source. The GTN Xi
will automatically sequence altitude legs.
 This installation does not have a barometric corrected altitude source. The
flight crew will be prompted to manually sequence altitude legs.

1.7.2.3 Autopilot
 This installation prompts the flight crew and requires the pilot to enable the
approach outputs just prior to engaging the autopilot in APR mode.
 This installation supports coupling to the autopilot in approach mode once
vertical guidance is available.
 The installation does not support any vertical capture or vertical tracking.
 This installation is equipped and configured to provide VNAV display and
autopilot coupling.
 This installation is equipped and configured to provide VNAV display only.
 This installation does not support VNAV display or coupling.
 This installation is configured with VNAV Transition to Approach.

1.7.2.4 Traffic Systems

 No traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A TAS/TCAS I traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A TIS traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A TCAD traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A Garmin ADS-B traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A Garmin ADS-B traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi. The ADS-B
traffic system is also interfaced to an on-board traffic system.

1.7.3 Navigation Capabilities

 This installation is equipped to support autopilot coupled RF leg navigation
up to RNP 1.0.
 This installation is equipped to support hand-flown RF leg navigation at
RNP 1.0.
 This installation is equipped to support autopilot coupled RF leg navigation
at RNP 0.3 and has received required installer approval for such procedures.
 This installation does not support RF leg navigation.

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1.7.4 Cold Weather Compensation
 This installation supports cold weather compensated intermediate approach
and minimums altitudes.
 This installation supports cold weather compensated intermediate approach
altitudes and missed approach altitudes only.
 This installation does not support cold weather compensation.

1.7.5 Terrain Awareness

 This installation supports Terrain Proximity. No aural or visual alerts for
terrain or obstacles are provided. Terrain Proximity does not satisfy the
TAWS requirement of 91.223.
 This installation supports Terrain Alerting. Aural and visual alerts are
provided. Terrain Alerting does not satisfy the TAWS requirement of
91.223.
 This installation supports TAWS B. Aural and visual alerts will be provided.
This installation does support the TAWS requirement of 91.223.
 This installation supports TAWS A on GTN 1. Aural and visual alerts will
be provided. This installation does support the TAWS requirement of
91.223.
 This installation supports TAWS A on GTN 1 and GTN 2. Aural and visual
alerts will be provided. This installation does support the TAWS
requirement of 91.223.

1.7.6 Go-Around Functionality

 This installation will autoswitch from VLOC to GPS when the “Activate
GPS Missed Approach” button is pressed.
 This installation will not autoswitch from VLOC to GPS when the “Activate
GPS Missed Approach” button is pressed.

1.7.7 Smart Glide Configuration

 Smart Glide is configured in this installation with the following parameters:

MAX Desired Gust Speed ___________________________KT

Desired Effective Runway Length ____________________ft

Supported Runway Surface Type:

 HARD
 HARD & SOFT
 AMPHIBIOUS (ANY)
 WATER ONLY

 Smart Glide is not configured in this installation

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Section 2. LIMITATIONS

2.1 Kinds of Operation

This AFM supplement does not grant approval for IFR operations to aircraft
limited to VFR operations.

2.2 Minimum Equipment

The GTN Xi must have the following system interfaces fully functional to be
used for primary navigation during IFR operations:

Number
Number
Interfaced Equipment Required for
installed
IFR
External HSI/CDI/EHSI 1 or more 1
External GPS Annunciator See Note 1 1
Table 2-1 – Required Equipment

Note 1: Certain installations require an external GPS annunciator panel. If installed, this annunciator
must be fully functional to use the GTN Xi GPS navigation for IFR operations.

Single engine piston aircraft under 6,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight:
Required Equipment for IFR operations utilizing GPS navigation: Single
GTN Xi Navigator

All other aircraft:

Required Equipment for IFR operations utilizing GPS navigation: Single
GTN Xi Navigator plus a second source of GPS navigation or a separate source
of VHF navigation. The separate source of VHF navigation must not be the
primary GTN Xi, but it may be a secondary GTN.

Operation in remote or oceanic operation requires two sources of GPS

navigation.

2.3 System Use

The moving map and CDI depiction on the GTN Xi display must not be used for
primary course guidance.

2.4 Navigation Database

GPS/SBAS based IFR operations are prohibited unless the flight crew verifies
and uses a valid, compatible, and current navigation database or verifies each
waypoint for accuracy by reference to current approved data.

2.5 Ground Operations

Using SafeTaxi, FliteCharts, and ChartView functions as the sole basis for
ground maneuvering is prohibited.

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2.6 RNAV Procedures
Instrument flight procedures must be loaded from the GTN Xi navigation
database.

When conducting instrument approaches referenced to true North, the NAV

Angle on the System -Units page must be set to True.

When using advisory vertical guidance, the flight crew must use the primary
barometric altimeter to ensure compliance with all altitude restrictions.
Pilots are prohibited from flying any approach path that contains manually
entered waypoints.

IFR approaches are prohibited whenever any physical or visual obstruction

(such as a throw-over yoke) restricts pilot view or access to the GTN Xi and/or
the CDI.

2.6.1 RF Legs
The following limitations apply to RNP 1 procedures with RF legs:
• Aircraft is limited to 180 KIAS while on the RF leg
• Hand-flown RF legs are limited to RNP 1 procedures. RNP AR is not
approved
• Primary navigation guidance on RF legs must be shown on an EHSI
indicator with auto-slew capability turned ON
• GTN Xi Moving Map, EHSI Map, or Distance to Next Waypoint
information must be displayed to the pilot during the RF leg when
flying without the aid of the autopilot or flight director.
• The active waypoint must be displayed in the pilot’s primary field of
view.
The following limitations apply to RNP 0.3 procedures with RF legs:
• Two RF leg RNP 0.3 capable navigators are required and must be
crossfilled
• Two installed ADAHRS (or ADC/AHRS combination) sources are
required
• The aircraft must have a Garmin GFC 500 or GFC 600 autopilot
installed and in use during RNP 0.3 operations
• CDI scaling must be manually set to 0.3NM during RNP 0.3 operations
• Primary navigation guidance on RF legs must be shown on an EHSI
indicator with auto-slew capability turned ON
• RNP 0.3 is only approved on RF legs prior to the FAF
• Operational approval is limited to FAA AC 90-105 A-RNP NavSpec
only. RNP-AR not allowed.
• Installation must be approved for coupled RF capability by installer
• The operator must obtain the necessary LOA or OpSpec approval from
the appropriate regulatory agency

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2.7 QFE Barometric Setting
When flying procedures requiring the use of QFE barometric settings, the pilot
must ensure that the barometric setting for the source interfaced with the
GTN Xi is set to QFE as appropriate. GTN Xi does not support barometric
VNAV for QFE operations.

2.8 Terrain Alerting Function (All Units)

Maneuvers and navigation must not be based solely on the display of terrain,
obstacles, or wires on the moving map terrain displays.

2.9 TAWS Function (Optional)

For TAWS-A operations, one of the following documents must be immediately
available to the flight crew during all phases of flight:
• For installations in the Textron Aviation (Cessna) Model 525A with the
Garmin G600 TXi PFD installed under Garmin STC #SA02571SE,
Garmin CE525A Cockpit Reference Guide, P/N 190-01717-BF,
revision 1 (or later revision).
• For all other installations, Garmin GTN 6XX Xi/7XX Xi TAWS-A
Cockpit Reference Guide, P/N 190-01007-C5, revision 1 (or later
revision).

Flight crews are authorized to deviate from their current ATC clearance to the
extent necessary to comply with TAWS warnings. Navigation must not be
predicated upon the use of TAWS.

TAWS must be inhibited when landing at an airport that is not included in the
airport database or is not designated as a User Airport in the GTN Xi.

If an external TAWS annunciator panel is installed in the aircraft, this

annunciator panel must be fully functional to use the TAWS system.

The use of the terrain awareness warning and terrain display functions is
prohibited during QFE (atmospheric pressure at airport elevation) operations.

Terrain, and Obstacle databases must be current for TAWS-B functionality.

Terrain, Obstacle, and Navigation databases must be current for TAWS-A
functionality.

2.10 Polar Operations

Use of the GTN Xi for primary navigation or TAWS-A functionality for
latitudes above 89.00° N and below 89.00° S is prohibited.

2.11 Datalink Weather Display (Optional)

Use of datalink weather information as the sole means for maneuvering in, near,
or around areas of hazardous weather is prohibited. Use of datalink services as

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the primary means to provide Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) or Notice to
Air Missions (NOTAM) information is prohibited.

2.12 Traffic Display (Optional)

Use of traffic display as the sole basis for maneuvering to avoid traffic is
prohibited.

2.13 Demo Mode

Demo mode is prohibited in flight.

2.14 Wire Obstacle Database

Use of the “Obstacle/Wire” database is prohibited.

2.15 Database Updates

In-flight database transfers or updates are prohibited.

2.16 OBS Mode

Use of OBS mode for flight plan segments greater than 250 NM is prohibited.

2.17 Advisory Visual Approaches

Use of advisory visual approaches in IMC is prohibited.

2.18 Smart Glide

Engaging Smart Glide is prohibited for One-Engine Inoperative operations in
multi-engine aircraft. Smart Glide usage for multi-engine aircraft is limited to
dual engine failure situations.

2.19 Procedure Routes and Altitudes

Procedures loaded into the GTN default to turbojet routes and altitudes. The
crew must verify the route and altitudes when any procedure is loaded into the
GTN.

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Section 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

3.1 Emergency Procedures

3.1.1 TAWS Alerting ............................................................................. 24

3.1.2 LOSS OF ENGINE POWER or ENGINE FAILURE IN-
FLIGHT ....................................................................................... 24
3.2 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES ..................................................................... 26
3.2.1 LOSS OF GPS/SBAS NAVIGATION DATA ................................ 26
3.2.2 GPS APPROACH DOWNGRADE .............................................. 27
3.2.3 LOSS OF COM RADIO TUNING FUNCTIONS ......................... 27
3.2.4 LOSS OF AUDIO PANEL FUNCTIONS (GMA 35 Only)........... 27
3.2.5 TAWS CAUTION (Terrain or Obstacle Ahead, Sink Rate,
Don’t Sink) .................................................................................. 28
3.2.6 TAWS INHIBIT ............................................................................ 28
3.2.7 GPWS INHIBIT (TAWS-A Only) ................................................. 28
3.2.8 TER N/A, TER FAIL, TAWS N/A, TAWS FAIL, GPWS N/A,
GPWS FAIL ................................................................................. 29
3.2.9 DATA SOURCE - HEADING SOURCE INOPERATIVE OR
CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE ................................ 29
3.2.10 ASR (VOICE COMMAND) SYSTEM FAILURES ....................... 29
3.2.11 LOSS OF GTN TOUCH CONTROL ........................................... 29
3.2.12 DATA SOURCE – PRESSURE ALTITUDE SOURCE
INOPERATIVE OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST
MESSAGE ................................................................................... 30
3.2.13 UNRECOVERABLE LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL
GENERATORS OR ALTERNATORS ........................................... 30
3.2.14 IN-AIR RESTART OF GTN ......................................................... 30
3.2.15 BARO-ALT INPUT FAILURE ..................................................... 30
3.2.16 TEMPERATURE INPUT FAILURE ............................................ 30
3.2.17 SMART GLIDE FAILURE ........................................................... 30
3.2.18 SMART GLIDE INADVERTANT ACTIVATION ......................... 30
3.2.19 BLANK SCREEN ......................................................................... 31
3.3 WARNING MESSAGES ........................................................................... 32
3.4 CAUTION MESSAGES ............................................................................. 33
3.5 FAILURE MESSAGES .............................................................................. 35

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3.1.1 TAWS Alerting

Red annunciator and aural “PULL UP”:

Autopilot ...................................................................................... DISCONNECT
Aircraft Controls ............................. INITIATE MAXIMUM POWER CLIMB
Airspeed ..................................................... BEST ANGLE OF CLIMB SPEED

After Warning Ceases:

Altitude .................................... CLIMB AND MAINTAIN SAFE ALTITUDE
Advise ATC of Altitude Deviation, if appropriate.

NOTE
Only vertical maneuvers are recommended, unless either
operating in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), or the
flight crew determines, based on all available information,
that turning in addition to the vertical escape maneuver is the
safest course of action, or both.

NOTE
TAWS annunciators external to the GTN Xi may not indicate
the exact threat causing the alert. Example: WIRE alerts may
be annunciated as TERR or OBSTACLE on external devices.
NOTE
Operations in extreme cold temperatures, for example, -30
degrees Celsius, will result in a significant reduction in terrain
clearance provided by TAWS alerts.

3.1.2 LOSS OF ENGINE POWER or ENGINE FAILURE IN-FLIGHT

NOTE
This procedure only applies if SMART GLIDE is enabled on the GTN Xi. If it is
not, refer to the aircraft POH or AFM for emergency procedures.

If the aircraft cannot maintain altitude:

Smart Glide ................................................................ ACTIVATE IF DESIRED
If smart glide is activated:
Autopilot ..............................................................................AS DESIRED
Aircraft Emergency Procedures ....................................... ACCOMPLISH
NOTE
Some autopilots may be unable to hold best glide speed.
Failure to fly at best glide speed may affect glide
performance.

Red annunciator and aural “Disconnect Autopilot”:

Autopilot ........................................................................................ DISENGAGE

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 NOTE
When Smart Glide alerts “Maneuver and Land, Disconnect
Autopilot” the GTN will no longer provide course guidance
to the glide airport.

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3.2 Abnormal Procedures

3.2.1 LOSS OF GPS/SBAS NAVIGATION DATA

When the GPS/SBAS receiver is inoperative or GPS navigation information is
not available or invalid, the GTN Xi will enter one of two modes: Dead
Reckoning mode (DR) or Loss Of Integrity mode (LOI). The mode is indicated
on the GTN by an amber “DR” and/or “LOI”.

If the LOI annunciation is displayed, revert to an alternate means of navigation

appropriate to the route and phase of flight. If GPS position is lost, the GTN
may display DR depending on flight plan and phase of flight conditions.

If the DR annunciation is displayed, the map will continue to be displayed with

an amber “DR” overwriting the ownship icon. Course guidance will be removed
on the CDI. Aircraft position will be based upon the last valid GPS position,
then estimated by Dead Reckoning methods such as heading and airspeed inputs
and the last known winds. Changes in true airspeed, altitude, heading, or winds
aloft can affect the estimated position substantially.

If Alternate Navigation Sources (ILS, LOC, VOR, DME, ADF) Are

Available:

Navigation ......................................................... USE ALTERNATE SOURCES

If No Alternate Navigation Sources Are Available:

DEAD RECKONING (DR) MODE:

Navigation ........................................................................................ USE GTN Xi

NOTE
All information normally derived from GPS will become less
accurate over time.

LOSS OF INTEGRITY (LOI) MODE (no DR annunciated on the GTN Xi):

Navigation ..................... FLY TOWARDS KNOWN VISUAL CONDITIONS

NOTE
All information derived from GPS will be removed.

NOTE
The airplane symbol is removed from all maps. The map will
remain centered at the last known position. “NO GPS
POSITION” will be annunciated in the center of the map.

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3.2.2 GPS APPROACH DOWNGRADE
During a LPV, LP +V, LNAV/VNAV, or LNAV +V approach, if GPS accuracy
requirements cannot be met by the GPS receiver, the GTN Xi will downgrade
the approach. The downgrade will remove vertical deviation indication from the
VDI and change the approach annunciation to LNAV. The approach may be
continued using the LNAV only minimums. If the VISUAL approach is
downgraded, the GTN Xi will remove the vertical deviation indication from the
VDI but continue to annunciate VISUAL in amber.

During a GPS approach in which GPS accuracy requirements cannot be met by

the GPS receiver for any GPS approach type, the GTN Xi will flag all CDI
guidance and display a system message “ABORT APPROACH-GPS approach
no longer available”. Immediately upon viewing the message, the unit will
revert to Terminal navigation mode alarm limits. If the position integrity is
within these limits lateral guidance will be restored and the GPS may be used to
execute the missed approach, otherwise alternate means of navigation must be
utilized.

3.2.3 LOSS OF COM RADIO TUNING FUNCTIONS

If alternate COM is available:

Communications ........................................................ USE ALTERNATE COM

If no alternate COM is available:

COM RMT XFR key (if installed)....... PRESS AND HOLD FOR 2 SECONDS

NOTE
This procedure will tune the active COM radio the emergency
frequency 121.5, regardless of what frequency is displayed on
the GTN Xi. Certain failures of the tuning system will
automatically tune 121.5 without flight crew action.

3.2.4 LOSS OF AUDIO PANEL FUNCTIONS (GMA 35 Only) *

Audio Panel Circuit Breaker ........................................................................ PULL

NOTE
This procedure will force the audio panel into fail safe mode
which provides only the pilot with communications and only
on a single COM radio. If any non GTN 750Xi COM is
installed, communication will be only on that radio. If only a
GTN 750Xi is installed in the aircraft, then the pilot will have
only the GTN 750Xi COM available. No other audio panel
functions including aural alerting and the crew and passenger
intercom will function.

* Includes GMA 35 and GMA 35c Audio Panels

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3.2.5 TAWS CAUTION (Terrain or Obstacle Ahead, Sink Rate, Don’t
Sink)
When a TAWS CAUTION occurs, take corrective action until the alert ceases.
Stop descending or initiate either a climb or a turn, or both as necessary, based
on analysis of all available instruments and information.

GPWS CAUTION advisories may also be generated when the airplane’s flaps
and landing gear are not in the landing position at low altitudes and
groundspeeds. Ensure the airplane’s landing gear and flaps are in the desired
configuration.

NOTE
TAWS annunciators external to the GTN Xi may not indicate
the exact threat causing the alert. Example: WIRE alerts may
be annunciated as TERR or OBSTACLE on external devices.

3.2.6 TAWS INHIBIT

The TAWS Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance (FLTA) and Premature
Descent Alerts (PDA) functions may be inhibited to prevent alerting, if desired.
Refer to GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide for additional information.

To Inhibit TAWS:
Home Hard Key ......................................................................................... PRESS
Terrain Button ............................................................................................ PRESS
Menu Button .............................................................................................. PRESS
TAWS Inhibit Button .................................................... PRESS TO ACTIVATE

CAUTION
Inhibiting TAWS function(s) outside those required by
limitation in this document is discouraged.

3.2.7 GPWS INHIBIT (TAWS-A Only)

For airplanes equipped with TAWS-A, some GPWS functions may be inhibited
to stop alerting if desired. Refer to GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide for additional
information.

To Inhibit GPWS:
Home Hard Key ......................................................................................... PRESS
Terrain Button ............................................................................................ PRESS
Menu Button .............................................................................................. PRESS
GPWS Inhibit Button .................................................... PRESS TO ACTIVATE

CAUTION
Inhibiting GPWS function(s) outside those required by
limitation in this document is discouraged.

NOTE

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 The GPWS INHIBIT feature will not inhibit Altitude Voice
Callouts (VCO) or Glideslope Deviation (GSD) alerting.

3.2.8 TER N/A, TER FAIL, TAWS N/A, TAWS FAIL, GPWS N/A,
GPWS FAIL
If the amber TER N/A, TER FAIL, TAWS N/A, TAWS FAIL, GPWS N/A,
GPWS FAIL status annunciator is displayed, the system will no longer provide
TAWS alerting or display relative terrain and obstacle elevations. The crew
must maintain compliance with procedures that ensure minimum terrain and
obstacle separation.

3.2.9 DATA SOURCE - HEADING SOURCE INOPERATIVE OR

CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE
Without a heading source to the GTN Xi, the following limitations apply:
 Roll steering will not be provided to the autopilot for heading legs. The
autopilot must be placed in HDG mode for heading legs.
 Map cannot be oriented to Heading Up.
 Overlaying traffic data from a TAS/TCAS I or Garmin ADS-B-IN unit
interfaced to an on-board traffic system will not be displayed on the main
map display. The flight crew must use the dedicated traffic page on the
GTN system to display TAS/TCAS I or Garmin ADS-B-IN traffic data.
 All overlaying StormScope® data on the main map display will be
removed. The flight crew must use the dedicated StormScope® page on the
GTN system to display StormScope® data.
 Onboard weather radar overlay on the main map will not be displayed. The
flight crew must utilize the dedicated weather radar page on the GTN
system to view weather radar data from the onboard weather radar.

StormScope® must be operated in accordance with Section 7.8 when no heading

is available.

3.2.10 ASR (VOICE COMMAND) SYSTEM FAILURES

In the event the ASR system fails and there is a need to disable the voice
command inputs to the GTN Xi:

To Disable ASR:
Home Hardkey ........................................................................................... PRESS
System Button ............................................................................................ PRESS
Voice Commands Button ........................................................................... PRESS
Voice Commands Enable Button ................................................. TOGGLE OFF

3.2.11 LOSS OF GTN TOUCH CONTROL

In the event the GTN Xi becomes unusable due to uncommanded page changes,
the ASR function may be the source.

To Disable ASR:
Audio Panel Circuit Breaker ........................................................................ PULL

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Home Hardkey ........................................................................................... PRESS
System Button ............................................................................................ PRESS
Voice Commands Button ........................................................................... PRESS
Voice Commands Enable Button ................................................. TOGGLE OFF
Audio Panel Circuit Breaker ........................................................................ PUSH

3.2.12 DATA SOURCE – PRESSURE ALTITUDE SOURCE

INOPERATIVE OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE
If the GTN Xi is being used to forward pressure altitude to a transponder, the
transponder will not be receiving pressure altitude from the GTN while that
message is present.

3.2.13 UNRECOVERABLE LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL

GENERATORS OR ALTERNATORS
Remove power from all equipment which is not necessary for flight, including
GTN #2 (NAV/GPS 2, COM 2) and the Flight Stream 210 (BT LINK), if
installed.

3.2.14 IN-AIR RESTART OF GTN

In the event of a GTN Xi restart in the air, the crew should utilize the CANCEL
button if presented with the database update screen after the GTN Xi is restarted.
This will ensure restoration of the navigation functions as soon as possible.

3.2.15 BARO-ALT INPUT FAILURE

Barometric altitude is required for descent VNAV functionality and automatic
sequencing of altitude terminated legs. If the BARO altitude input to the
GTN Xi has failed, enroute barometric VNAV will not be available. The pilot
will also be required to manually sequence any altitude terminated legs.

3.2.16 TEMPERATURE INPUT FAILURE

Temperature input is required for the VNAV Transition to Approach
functionality. In the event of a temperature input failure, VNAV transition to
approach should be disregarded. The crew must ensure that vertical guidance
from descent VNAV to approach guidance is appropriate and that if an autopilot
is in use, the crew intercepts the approach vertical guidance from below.

3.2.17 SMART GLIDE FAILURE

AHRS, ADC, Terrain Database, Navigation Database, and GPS are all required
for Smart Glide. If any of those systems fail, Smart Glide cannot be activated. If
those systems fail when Smart Glide is active, a system message will inform the
pilot, and an aural alert “SMART GLIDE FAILURE, CONSIDER
ALTERNATE LANDING AREA” will be generated.

Alternate Landing Site ...................................................................... CONSIDER

3.2.18 SMART GLIDE INADVERTANT ACTIVATION

If Smart Glide activates without pilot action:

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Autopilot (GFC 500 or GFC 600 only)........................................ DISCONNECT
Smart Glide ............................................................................................ CANCEL
Smart Glide Activation ......................................................................... DISABLE
Go to the GTN Emergency Page, press the MENU button and select
DISABLE.

If Smart Glide does not disable:

GTN #1 Circuit Breaker .............................................................................. PULL
If GTN#1 is providing audio panel control, the audio panel will revert to
reversionary functionality when the GTN power is removed.

Once Smart Glide is disabled:

Autopilot ......................................................................................... AS DESIRED
GTN Flight Plan ....................................................ACTIVATE DESIRED LEG
Altitude Preselector (PFD) .............................................................................. SET

3.2.19 BLANK SCREEN

Panel Lighting Dimmer .......................................... INCREASE BRIGHTNESS

If the installed equipment in the aircraft includes a GDL 60 Wireless

Access unit:
Screen ........................................................................................................ PRESS
Knobs ................................................................. ROTATE ONE CLICK EACH

If the display returns:

CNXT and CNXT BATT circuit breakers .................................................. OPEN

If the display is still blank, consider the GTN inoperative.

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3.3 Warning Messages
Alert Type Alert Aural Message Pilot Action
Annunciation
“Terrain Ahead, Pull
FLTA Terrain
Warning
PULL UP Up; Terrain Ahead, Pull
Immediately
execute a climb
or Up”* at obstacle
Reduced Required or clearance speed
Terrain Clearance “Terrain, Terrain; Pull
(RTC) Warning Up, Pull Up”
or
Imminent Terrain
Impact (ITI)
Warning
FLTA Obstacle
Warning
PULL UP “Obstacle Ahead, Pull
Up; Obstacle Ahead,
Immediately
execute a climb
or Pull Up”* at obstacle
Reduced Required or clearance speed
Obstacle “Obstacle, Obstacle;
Clearance (ROC) Pull Up, Pull Up”
Warning
or
Imminent
Obstacle Impact
(IOI) Caution
FLTA Wire
Warning
PULL UP Wire "Wire Ahead Pull Up;
Ahead Pull Up"*
Immediately
execute a climb
or or at obstacle
Reduced Required “Wire, Wire; Pull Up, clearance speed
Line Clearance Pull Up”
(RLC) Warning
or
Imminent Line
Impact (ILI)
Warning
Excessive Descent
Rate (EDR)
PULL UP “[Whoop Whoop];
Up”
Pull- Immediately
arrest the
Warning descent rate.
Excessive Closure
Rate (ECR)
PULL UP “[Whoop Whoop];
Up”
Pull- Immediately
execute a climb
Warning at obstacle
clearance speed

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3.4 Caution Messages
Alert Type Alert Aural Message Pilot Action
Annunciation
FLTA Terrain
Caution
TERRAIN “TerrainAhead”*
Ahead; Terrain Execute a climb
at obstacle
or or clearance speed
Reduced Required “Caution, Terrain;
Terrain Clearance Caution, Terrain”
(RTC) Caution
or
Imminent Terrain
Impact (ITI)
Caution
FLTA Obstacle
Caution
OBSTCL Obstacle Ahead;
Obstacle Ahead”*
Execute a climb
at obstacle
or or clearance speed
Reduced Required “Caution, Obstacle;
Obstacle Caution, Obstacle”
Clearance (ROC)
Caution
or
Imminent
Obstacle Impact
(IOI) Caution
“Wire Ahead; Wire
FLTA Wire
Caution
WIRE Ahead”*
Execute a climb
at obstacle
or or clearance speed
Reduced Required “Caution, Wire;
Line Clearance Caution, Wire”
(RLC) Caution
or
Imminent Line
Impact (ILI)
Caution
“Too Low, Terrain”
Premature
Descent Alert
TERRAIN Execute a climb
at obstacle
(PDA) Caution clearance speed
“Sink Rate”
Excessive
Descent Rate
TERRAIN Arrest the
descent rate.
(EDR) Caution
“Terrain-Terrain”
Excessive Closure
Rate (ECR)
TERRAIN Execute a climb
at obstacle
Caution clearance speed
“Don’t Sink”
Negative Climb
Rate (NCR)
TERRAIN or
Execute a climb
at obstacle
Caution “Too Low Terrain” clearance speed

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 Alert Type Alert Aural Message Pilot Action
Annunciation
“Too Low Terrain”
Flight Into
Terrain (FIT)
TERRAIN or
Execute a climb
at obstacle
Caution “Too Low – Gear” clearance speed
or
“Too Low – Flaps”

“Glideslope”
Glide Slope
Deviation (GSD)
GLIDESLOPE Climb to re-
intercept
Caution glideslope, or
execute missed
approach.
“Traffic”
Traffic Alert
TRAFFIC Visually acquire
the traffic to see
and avoid.
* Alerts with multiple messages are configurable at installation and are
installation dependent. Alerts for the default configuration are indicated with
asterisks.

NOTE
The GTN Xi TAWS-A system does not differentiate between
a Glideslope associated with a ILS approach or a Glidepath
associated with a GPS approach. Both types of approach
vertical guidance are referred to as Glideslope for TAWS-A
annunciations and aural alerts.

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3.5 Failure Messages
Failure Alert Cause Pilot Action
Message Location
“No GPS Displayed on Loss of GPS position Use other sources
Position” all pages with of navigation
a moving
map
Dead Displayed on Loss of GPS position Use other sources
Reckoning all pages with of navigation
a moving
map
LOI Status Bar Loss of GPS position Use other sources
of navigation
Red “X” Over affected Loss of data from Use inoperative
equipment equipment equipment
interface procedures
TAWS N/A Status Bar Loss of GPS Position Use vigilance,
TAWS FAIL Or Terrain Alerts no
GPWS N/A Terrain Database longer provided.
GPWS FAIL Error
TER N/A
TER FAIL

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Section 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES

4.1 UNIT POWER ON ................................................................................... 37

4.2 BEFORE TAKEOFF .................................................................................. 37
4.3 HSI AND EHSI OPERATION ................................................................... 38
4.4 AUTOPILOT OPERATION ........................................................................ 38
4.5 COUPLING THE AUTOPILOT DURING APPROACHES ................................. 39
4.6 COUPLING THE AUTOPILOT FOR DESCENT VNAV ................................ 39
4.7 COUPLING THE AUTOPILOT DURING SEARCH AND RESCUE
OPERATIONS .......................................................................................... 39
4.8 COLD WEATHER COMPENSATION.......................................................... 40
4.9 TAWS-A FLAP INHIBIT ......................................................................... 40
4.10 TAWS-A GLIDESLOPE INHIBIT ............................................................. 40

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Refer to the GTN Xi Pilot’s Guide defined in Section 7.1 for normal operating
procedures and a complete list of system messages and associated flight crew
actions. This includes all GPS operations, VHF communication and navigation,
traffic, data linked weather, StormScope®, TAWS, and Multi-Function Display
information.
The GTN Xi requires a reasonable degree of familiarity to avoid becoming too
engrossed at the expense of basic instrument flying in IMC and basic see-and-
avoid in VMC. Garmin provides training tools with the Pilot’s Guide and PC
based simulator. Pilots should take full advantage of these training tools to
enhance system familiarization.

4.1 Unit Power On

Databases ................................................... REVIEW DATES AND REGIONS
Self-Test.................................... VERIFY OUTPUTS TO NAV INDICATORS
Self-Test - TAWS Remote Annunciator (if installed):
PULL UP ............................................................................ ILLUMINATED
TERR .................................................................................. ILLUMINATED
TERR N/A .......................................................................... ILLUMINATED
TERR INHB .......................................................................ILLUMINATED
Self-Test - GPS Remote Annunciator (if installed):
VLOC ................................................................................. ILLUMINATED
GPS ..................................................................................... ILLUMINATED
LOI or INTG.......................................................................ILLUMINATED
TERM ................................................................................. ILLUMINATED
WPT.................................................................................... ILLUMINATED
APR .................................................................................... ILLUMINATED
MSG ................................................................................... ILLUMINATED
SUSP or OBS .....................................................................ILLUMINATED

4.2 Before Takeoff

System Messages and Annunciators ............................................ CONSIDERED

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4.3 HSI and EHSI Operation
If an HSI is used to display navigation data from the GTN Xi the pilot should
rotate the course pointer as prompted on the GTN Xi.

If an EHSI is used to display navigation data from the GTN Xi the course
pointer may autoslew to the correct course when using GPS navigation. When
using VLOC navigation the course pointer will not autoslew and must be rotated
to the correct course by the pilot. For detailed information about the
functionality of the EHSI system, refer to the FAA approved Flight Manual or
Flight Manual Supplement for that system.

CAUTION
The pilot must verify the active course and waypoint for each
flight plan leg. The pilot must verify proper course selection
each time the CDI source is changed from GPS to VLOC.

See Section 4.5 for RF leg capabilities related to EHSI.

4.4 Autopilot Operation

The GTN Xi may be coupled to an optional autopilot, if installed in the aircraft,
when operating as prescribed in the LIMITATIONS section of this manual.

Autopilots coupled to the GTN Xi system in an analog (NAV) mode will follow
GPS or VHF navigation guidance as they would with existing VOR receivers.

Autopilots that support GPSS or GPS Roll Steering in addition to the analog
course guidance will lead course changes, fly arcing procedures, procedure
turns, and holding patterns if coupled in a roll steering mode.

The GTN Xi supports autopilot roll steering for heading legs when an approved
heading source is interfaced to the GTN Xi. This heading interface can also
provide map orientation, traffic and StormScope heading data and wind
calculations.

CAUTION
The GTN Xi does not provide course deviation to the
autopilot for heading legs. Some autopilots do not allow the
use of roll steering when course deviation is not provided.

For autopilot operating instructions, refer to the FAA approved Flight Manual or
Flight Manual Supplement for the autopilot.

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4.5 Coupling the Autopilot during approaches

CAUTION
When the CDI source is changed on the GTN, autopilot mode
may change. Confirm autopilot mode selection after CDI
source change on the GTN. Refer to the FAA approved Flight
Manual or Flight Manual Supplement for the autopilot.

Analog only autopilots should use APR mode for coupling to LNAV
approaches. Autopilots which support digital roll steering commands (GPSS)
may utilize NAV mode and take advantage of the digital tracking during LNAV
only approaches.

To couple an approach using manual APR outputs:

Once established on the final approach course with the final approach
fix as the active waypoint, the GTN will issue a flashing message
indication.

Flashing Message Button ............................................................ PRESS

“Enable APR Output” Button ...................................................... PRESS

If coupled, Autopilot will revert to ROL mode at this time.

Autopilot............................................ ENGAGE APPROACH MODE

To couple an approach using autopilot approach mode:

Once established on the final approach course with the final approach
fix as the active waypoint, the GTN will enable vertical guidance.

Vertical Guidance .........................................CONFIRM AVAILABLE

Autopilot............................................ ENGAGE APPROACH MODE

4.6 Coupling the Autopilot for Descent VNAV

The GTN Xi outputs VNAV deviations to properly configured Garmin
G500/600 GDU, G500/600/700TXi GDU, GI275, or G5 displays. To provide
autopilot coupling to the baro VNAV guidance, the interface must also include
either a Garmin GFC500 or GFC600 with VNAV capability. If VNAV is
enabled on the GTN Xi in these installations, VNAV guidance may be coupled
to the autopilot using the VNAV function of the GFC.

4.7 Coupling the Autopilot during Search and Rescue Operations

Search and Rescue (SAR) patterns created in the GTN Xi flight plan may
include turns that cannot be accomplished with standard autopilot turn rates.
Monitor autopilot performance relative to the desired path if coupled when using
Search and Rescue patterns.

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4.8 Cold Weather Compensation
The GTN Xi can compute altitudes for cold weather compensation for
applicable IFR approaches. If the instrument approach chart requires
temperature compensation, the pilot should enter the destination airport
temperature into the GTN Xi. Approach altitudes provided on the map and flight
plan are adjusted based on the pilot entered temperature and the altitudes on the
flight plan page are appended with a snowflake icon.

Pilots must coordinate with ATC when flying temperature compensated

procedures.

Pilots must manually adjust the approach minimums as applicable. The GTN Xi
does not provide temperature compensated approach minimum values. Garmin
G500/600/700TXi systems can provide compensated minimum values when
interfaced with a GTN Xi.

4.9 TAWS-A Flap Inhibit

For TAWS-A installations and intentional landings with flaps not in landing
position, the flight crew must use the GPWS flap inhibit function. Open the
Terrain page menu, and select Flap Override. FLAP OVRD will be annunciated
in the bottom left corner of the GTN.

4.10 TAWS-A Glideslope Inhibit

TAWS-A installations will provide glideslope warnings for ILS, LPV, or
LNAV/VNAV approaches. Should it be necessary to inhibit or mute glideslope
alerts, open the Terrain page menu, and select G/S Inhibit.

NOTE
The GTN Xi TAWS-A system does not differentiate between
a Glideslope associated with a ILS approach or a Glidepath
associated with a GPS approach. Both types of approach
vertical guidance are referred to as Glideslope for TAWS-A
annunciations and aural alerts.

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Section 5. PERFORMANCE

No change.

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Section 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE

See current weight and balance data.

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Section 7. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

7.1 Pilot’s Guide

The Garmin GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide, part number and revision listed
below, contain additional information regarding GTN system description,
control, and function.

 GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide P/N 190-02327-03 Rev E or later

7.2 Navigation
The following section describes some of the GTN navigation functionality and
provides details on the expected use and limits of the features.

7.2.1 Flight Plan Leg Sequencing

If a barometric corrected altitude source is not interfaced to the GTN Xi, a popup
will appear prompting the flight crew to manually sequence the leg once the
altitude prescribed in the procedure is reached.

7.2.2 Auto ILS CDI Capture

Auto ILS CDI Capture can automatically switch the CDI from GPS to VLOC
before the Final Approach fix. This feature is only available on installations that
meet any of the following conditions:
• Equipped with GFC 500 or 600
• GTN CDI key enabled
On these installations the auto-switching will only occur if the following
conditions are met:
• ILS Autoswitch setting enabled on GTN
• ILS/LOC approach loaded and activated
• Correct nav frequency tuned on GTN NAV radio
• Aircraft established on the final approach course

Auto ILS CDI Capture will not automatically switch from GPS to VLOC for
LOC-BC or VOR approaches.

7.2.3 User Defined Waypoints

When a User Defined Waypoint is created, a default name will automatically be
provided, and the pilot is given the option to enter a different name for the
waypoint. Pages which have the autofill function will prevent some waypoint
names from being used. If it is desired to name the waypoint with a subset of
the name of an existing waypoint in the database then this must be accomplished
on the Waypoint Info / User Waypoints page.

Waypoints which are created when a Search and Rescue pattern is created are
not considered User Waypoints and therefore functions associated with User
Waypoints are not provided for these waypoints.

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7.2.4 Direct-To Operations
When conducting Direct-To operations the Flight Plan tab provides a list of
waypoints in the flight plan for which Direct-To is available. Some entries in
the flight plan such as holds, and course reversals are not eligible for Direct-To
and the pilot must instead select the associated waypoint if Direct-To operation
is desired.

7.2.5 Holding Patterns

The GTN can provide holding guidance for user holds or procedure-based holds.
For each hold there are two associated waypoints. If there is more than one
published altitude for an approach hold, there will be three waypoints associated
with the hold. The pilot can edit or activate the hold as needed for user holds.
Holds on the initial, intermediate, or final approach cannot be edited except for
the hold altitude constraints. Missed approach holds can be edited.

NOTE
If the aircraft position is outside of the depicted GTN hold,
the system may not allow lateral NAV captures with certain
autopilots. In this case, the pilot should fly the hold manually
or with the HDG mode of the autopilot until they are inside
the depicted holding pattern in which case normal NAV
captures should be available.
NOTE
If the GTN is in the missed approach hold, the pilot can
change or remove the approach procedure and the hold will
remain the active navigation. If the GTN active navigation is
a hold and the flight plan is deleted, the holding pattern will
also be removed, removing active navigation.

7.2.6 Descent BARO VNAV

The GTN can provide multi-waypoint descent baro-VNAV guidance for the
enroute and initial approach phases of flight. Altitudes associated with
instrument procedures are retrieved from the navigation database when the
procedure is added to the flight plan.

Altitudes in cyan on the GTN Xi are valid VNAV guidance waypoints and the
GTN Xi will provide vertical guidance based on the displayed altitude
constraints and default flight path angle (FPA). Altitude colored white are
advisory only.

The following are recommendations for using descent VNAV:

• The pilot should verify all altitudes for procedures after loading the
procedure into the flight plan.
• When the GTN Xi is installed with multiple TXi PFDs, it is highly
recommended that GDU BARO SYNC be enabled and used during all
VNAV operations.

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In aircraft where there are multiple GDUs and two GTNs, VNAV will use the
barometer setting from the pilot’s side GDU for both GTNs. In the event the
pilot’s side GDU has failed, the GTNs will use the co-pilot’s GDU barometer
setting.

Descent VNAV is limited to flight path angles (FPA) between -1° and -5°, and a
vertical speed required (VSR) descending at less than 4000 fpm. If a flight plan
change is made during a VNAV descent, VNAV will be recalculated and could
result in active VNAV path changes. If the current VNAV FPA is less than -1°,
a new VNAV path may be computed during a flight plan change and result in a
new Top of Descent point. This can also occur during VNAV Direct-To
operations.

VNAV constraints are not allowed inside the FAF. VNAV altitudes are not
saved in the flight plan catalog.

When VNAV is disabled by the pilot, it will be automatically re-enabled when

the pilot initiates a lateral Direct-To to a waypoint.

7.2.7 Along Track Waypoints

The GTN Xi allows for the creation of flight plan waypoints that are based off
an offset distance from a waypoint in the flight and places the new along track
waypoint (ATK) in the flight plan. Once placed in the flight plan, the pilot may
navigate using that waypoint in the same manner as other flight plan waypoints.

Along track waypoints cannot be created on a Vectors to Final (VTF) approach

and are limited to the lateral constraints of the flight plan. This means that the
pilot cannot place an ATK before the first waypoint of a flight plan or after the
last waypoint of a flight plan.

ATKs are fixed once placed and will not move if the referenced waypoint is
changed or removed from the flight plan. ATKs are not saved in the flight plan
catalog. ATKs cannot reference another ATK in the flight plan.

7.2.8 Advisory Visual Approaches

The GTN Xi will provide advisory visual approaches to many runways in the
aviation database. Lateral guidance for the visual approach is aligned with the
runway bearing. Vertical guidance is provided for those runways with VGSI
information for distances up to 4.0NM from the runway. If a terrain database is
installed in the GTN Xi, the GTN Xi provides vertical guidance up to 28NM
from the runway end unless the computed glideslope would impact terrain or
obstacles from the database. If the projected impact point is under 28NM and
greater than 4NM, the flight plan line for the approach is shortened to indicate
where vertical guidance is active for the approach. If the terrain impact point is
less than 4NM from the runway and there is no VGSI data available, vertical

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guidance is not provided for that approach. Lateral guidance is still available
when vertical guidance is removed.

CDI and VDI indications are equivalent to those of other GPS-based approaches
(e.g.- LPV or LNAV+V). The GTN Xi annunciates “VISUAL” in the
annunciator bar to indicate a visual approach is active.

When loading, or activating the approach, the GPA and TCH information for
that approach will be displayed on a popup. If there is no vertical guidance
available, the popup will display “(NO VERTICAL GUIDANCE)”.

All advisory visual approaches shall be conducted in VMC. Visual approaches

are intended to be used as an aid to situational awareness. Visual approaches are
advisory in nature and do not guarantee terrain and obstacle clearance for the
approach runway.

7.3 Terrain Proximity, Terrain Alerting, and TAWS

CAUTION
Not all obstacles and wires are contained in the Obstacle/HOT
Line database. The system provides depiction (and alerts if
TAWS is installed) only for obstacles and wires contained in
the database.

NOTE
The area of coverage may be modified as additional terrain
data sources become available.

Terrain on the dedicated terrain page or main map overlay is depicted in the
following manner:
• Terrain more than 1,000 feet below the aircraft is not depicted or
depicted as black.
• Terrain between 1,000 feet and 100 feet below the aircraft is depicted
as amber.
• Terrain within 100 feet below the aircraft, or above the aircraft, is
depicted as red.

Obstacles and wires on the dedicated terrain page or main map are depicted in
the following manner:
• Obstacles and wires more than 2,000 feet below the aircraft are not
depicted.
• Obstacles and wires between 2,000 feet and 1,000 feet below the
aircraft are depicted as white.
• Obstacles and wires between 1,000 feet and 100 feet below the aircraft
are depicted as amber.
• Obstacles and wires within 100 feet below the aircraft, or above the
aircraft, are depicted as red.

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Multiple obstacles may be depicted using a single obstacle icon and an asterisk
to indicate obstacle grouping is occurring. The color of the asterisk indicates the
relative altitude of the tallest obstacle in the group. The asterisk does not
indicate any information about the relative altitude or number of obstacles not
being displayed in the obstacle group.

The Garmin GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide provides additional information

regarding terrain and obstacle colors and grouped obstacle icons.

In installations of more than one GTN Xi with TAWS-B or TAWS-A, TAWS

should be enabled on both GTN Xi units. If both GTN Xi units are configured
for TAWS-B, then failure of a single GTN results in TAWS-B still being
available within the cockpit from the other GTN. If TAWS-A is configured and
installed for both GTN Xi units, loss of one GTN Xi will result in TAWS-A still
being available from the second GTN Xi unit. If TAWS-A is configured on both
GTN Xi units, but only installed to one unit, then failure of the TAWS-A unit
will result in a downgrade to TAWS-B from the second GTN Xi.

7.3.1 TAWS-A
TAWS-A can be broken down into two types of alerting categories, FLTA and
GPWS alerts. The GTN Xi TAWS-A system provides the following
functionality:
a) Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance (FLTA)
a. Required Terrain Clearance (RTC) / Required Obstacle
Clearance (ROC) / Required Line Clearance (RLC)
b. Imminent Terrain Impact (ITI) / Imminent Obstacle
Impact (IOI) / Imminent Line Impact (ILI)
b) Premature Descent Alert (PDA)
c) GPWS Mode 1 – Excessive Descent Rate (EDR)
d) GPWS Mode 2 – Excessive Closure Rate (ECR)
e) GPWS Mode 3 – Negative Climb Rate (NCR)
f) GPWS Mode 4 – Flight Into Terrain (FIT)
g) GPWS Mode 5 – Glide Slope Deviation (GSD)
h) GPWS Mode 6 – Voice Call Out (VCO)
i) GPWS Inhibit
j) Glideslope Inhibit
k) Flap Override

The GTN Xi TAWS-A system does not differentiate between a Glideslope

associated with a ILS approach or a Glidepath associated with a GPS approach.
Both types of approach vertical guidance are referred to as Glideslope for
TAWS-A annunciations and aural alerts.

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With TAWS-A, Voice Callouts are available from 500 ft down through 10 ft.
Individual callouts may be turned on and off in the Terrain page menu, under
Voice Callouts.

ALERT AURAL ALERT

ALERT TYPE
SEVERITY (TEXT MESSAGE SIMILAR)
RTC Caution “Caution, Terrain; Caution, Terrain”
Reduced Required Terrain or
Clearance “Terrain Ahead; Terrain Ahead” (Optional)
(FLTA Alert)
Warning “Terrain, Terrain; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
(TAWS)
or
“Terrain Ahead, Pull-Up; Terrain Ahead, Pull-
Up” (Optional)
ITI Caution “Caution, Terrain; Caution, Terrain”
Imminent Terrain Impact or
(FLTA Alert) “Terrain Ahead; Terrain Ahead” (Optional)
(TAWS) Warning “Terrain, Terrain; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
or
“Terrain Ahead, Pull-Up; Terrain Ahead, Pull-
Up” (Optional)
ROC Caution “Caution, Obstacle; Caution, Obstacle”
Reduced Required Obstacle or
Clearance “Obstacle Ahead; Obstacle Ahead” (Optional)
(FLTA Alert)
Warning “Obstacle, Obstacle; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
(TAWS)
or
“Obstacle Ahead, Pull-Up; Obstacle Ahead,
Pull-Up” (Optional)
IOI Caution “Caution, Obstacle; Caution, Obstacle”
Imminent Obstacle Impact or
(FLTA Alert) “Obstacle Ahead; Obstacle Ahead” (Optional)
(TAWS) Warning “Obstacle, Obstacle; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
or
“Obstacle Ahead, Pull-Up; Obstacle Ahead,
Pull-Up” (Optional)
RLC Caution “Caution, Wire; Caution, Wire”
Reduced Required Line or
Clearance “Wire Ahead; Wire Ahead” (Optional)
(FLTA Alert)
Warning “Wire, Wire; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
(TAWS)
or
“Wire Ahead, Pull-Up; Wire Ahead, Pull-Up”
(Optional)
ILI Caution “Caution, Wire; Caution, Wire”
Imminent Line Impact or
(FLTA Alert) “Wire Ahead; Wire Ahead” (Optional)

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 ALERT AURAL ALERT
ALERT TYPE
SEVERITY (TEXT MESSAGE SIMILAR)
(TAWS) Warning “Wire, Wire; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
or
“Wire Ahead, Pull-Up; Wire Ahead, Pull-Up”
(Optional)
PDA Caution “Too Low Terrain”
Premature Descent Alert Warning N/A
(TAWS)
EDR Caution “Sink Rate”
Excessive Descent Rate Warning “[Whoop Whoop], Pull-Up”
(GPWS Alert)
ECR Caution “Terrain-Terrain”
(GPWS Alert) Warning “[Whoop Whoop], Pull-Up”
NCR Caution “Don’t Sink”
Negative Climb Rate or
(GPWS Alert) “Too Low Terrain”
Warning N/A
FIT Caution “Too Low Terrain”
(GPWS Alert) Or
“Too Low – Gear”
Or
“Too Low – Flaps”
Warning N/A
GSD Caution “Glideslope”
(GPWS Alert) Warning N/A
500’ Advisory “Five Hundred”
500’ Voice Call Out
( GPWS Alert )
400’ Advisory “Four Hundred”
400’ Voice Call Out
( GPWS Alert )
300’ Advisory “Three Hundred”
300’ Voice Call Out
( GPWS Alert )
200’ Advisory “Two Hundred”
200’ Voice Call Out
( GPWS Alert )
100’ Advisory “One Hundred”
100’ Voice Call Out
( GPWS Alert )
50’ Advisory “Fifty”
50’ Voice Fall Out
(GPWS Alert)

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 ALERT AURAL ALERT
ALERT TYPE
SEVERITY (TEXT MESSAGE SIMILAR)
40’ Advisory “Forty”
40’ Voice Fall Out
(GPWS Alert)
30’ Advisory “Thirty”
30’ Voice Fall Out
(GPWS Alert)
20’ Advisory “Twenty”
20’ Voice Fall Out
(GPWS Alert)
10’ Advisory “Ten”
10’ Voice Fall Out
(GPWS Alert)
Table 7-1: TAWS-A Alerts

7.3.2 TAWS-B
The GTN Xi TAWS-B system provides the following functionality:
a) Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance (FLTA)
a. Required Terrain Clearance (RTC) / Required Obstacle
Clearance (ROC)
b. Imminent Terrain Impact (ITI) / Imminent Obstacle
Impact (IOI)
b) Premature Descent Alert (PDA)

ALERT AURAL ALERT

ALERT TYPE
SEVERITY (TEXT MESSAGE SIMILAR)
RTC Caution “Caution, Terrain; Caution, Terrain”
Reduced Required Terrain or
Clearance “Terrain Ahead; Terrain Ahead” (Optional)
(FLTA Alert)
Warning “Terrain, Terrain; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
(TAWS)
or
“Terrain Ahead, Pull-Up; Terrain Ahead, Pull-
Up” (Optional)
ITI Caution “Caution, Terrain; Caution, Terrain”
Imminent Terrain Impact or
(FLTA Alert) “Terrain Ahead; Terrain Ahead” (Optional)
(TAWS) Warning “Terrain, Terrain; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
or
“Terrain Ahead, Pull-Up; Terrain Ahead, Pull-
Up” (Optional)
ROC Caution “Caution, Obstacle; Caution, Obstacle”
Reduced Required Obstacle or
Clearance “Obstacle Ahead; Obstacle Ahead” (Optional)

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ALERT TYPE
SEVERITY (TEXT MESSAGE SIMILAR)
(FLTA Alert) Warning “Obstacle, Obstacle; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
(TAWS) or
“Obstacle Ahead, Pull-Up; Obstacle Ahead,
Pull-Up” (Optional)
IOI Caution “Caution, Obstacle; Caution, Obstacle”
Imminent Obstacle Impact or
(FLTA Alert) “Obstacle Ahead; Obstacle Ahead” (Optional)
(TAWS) Warning “Obstacle, Obstacle; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
or
“Obstacle Ahead, Pull-Up; Obstacle Ahead,
Pull-Up” (Optional)
RLC Caution “Caution, Wire; Caution, Wire”
Reduced Required Line or
Clearance “Wire Ahead; Wire Ahead” (Optional)
(FLTA Alert)
Warning “Wire, Wire; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
(TAWS)
or
“Wire Ahead, Pull-Up; Wire Ahead, Pull-Up”
(Optional)
ILI Caution “Caution, Wire; Caution, Wire”
Imminent Line Impact or
(FLTA Alert) “Wire Ahead; Wire Ahead” (Optional)
(TAWS) Warning “Wire, Wire; Pull-Up, Pull-Up”
or
“Wire Ahead, Pull-Up; Wire Ahead, Pull-Up”
(Optional)
PDA Caution “Too Low Terrain”
Premature Descent Alert Warning N/A
(TAWS)
500’ Advisory “Five Hundred”
500’ Voice Call Out
( GPWS Alert )
Table 7-2: TAWS-B Alerts

7.4 GMA 35/35c Audio Panel (Optional)

The GTN 725Xi and 750Xi can interface to a GMA 35/35c remotely mounted
audio panel and marker beacon receiver. Controls for listening to various radios,
activating the cabin speaker, clearance playback control, and marker beacon are
accessed by pressing the “Audio Panel” button on the GTN display screen.
Optional Bluetooth pairing functionality can be accessed from the associated
System /Connext Setup page (GMA 35c only). Volume controls for the audio
panel are accessed by pressing the “Intercom” button on the GTN Xi display
screen.

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Aircraft alerting audio may be routed through the GMA 35/35c audio panel.
There are no pilot controls for alert audio volumes. In the event of a loss of
GMA35/35c function alert audio routed through the audio panel may not be
heard.

7.5 StormScope® (Optional)

When optionally interfaced to a StormScope® weather detection system, the
GTN Xi may be used to display the StormScope® information. Weather
information supplied by the StormScope® will be displayed on the StormScope®
page of the GTN Xi system. For detailed information about the capabilities and
limitations of the StormScope® system, refer to the documentation provided
with that system.

Heading Up mode:
If the GTN Xi system is receiving valid heading information, the StormScope ®
page will operate in the heading up mode as indicated by the label “HDG UP”
presented at the upper right corner of the display. In this mode, information
provided by the StormScope® system is displayed relative to the nose of the
aircraft and is automatically rotated to the correct relative position as the aircraft
turns.

Heading Not Available mode:

If the GTN Xi system is not receiving valid heading information, either because
a compatible heading system is not installed, or the interfaced heading system
has malfunctioned, the StormScope® page will continue to operate without a
heading source and indicate “HDG N/A” in the upper right corner of the
GTN Xi display. In this mode, information provided by the StormScope ® system
is displayed relative to the nose of the aircraft but is not automatically rotated to
the correct relative position as the aircraft turns. When operating in this mode,
StormScope® strikes must be cleared after each turn the aircraft performs.

7.6 External Switches

External switches may be installed and interfaced to the GTN Xi. These
switches may be stand alone or integrated with a TAWS or GPS annunciator.
Table 7-3 lists the switches and function they perform:

Switch Label Function

CDI Toggles between GPS / VLOC sources. This
switch may be part of an external annunciator
panel.
COM CHAN DN Toggles down through the preset com
frequencies.
COM CHAN UP Toggles up through the preset com frequencies.
COM RMT XFR Transfers the COM active / standby frequencies.
NAV RMT XFR Transfers the NAV active / standby frequencies.

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 Switch Label Function
OBS Performs an OBS or SUSP function. This switch
is part of an external annunciator panel and is
placarded with the following: “Green OBS
indicates OBS or SUSP mode – GTN Xi
annunciator bar indicates which is active. Push
OBS button to change OBS or SUSP mode.”
OBS/SUSP Performs an OBS or SUSP function.
TERR INHB Toggles the TAWS Inhibit function on/off. This
switch is part of an external annunciator panel.
The terrain display is still presented if TAWS is
Inhibited.
PTC Push-to-Command switch for Voice Command
input to the GMA and the GTN Xi.
SMART GLIDE Optional toggle switch used to activate and
cancel Smart Glide.
Table 7-3 – External Switches

7.7 Airspace Depiction and Alerts

The GTN Xi aides the flight crew in avoiding certain airspaces with Smart
Airspace and airspace alerts. Smart Airspace de-emphasizes depicted airspace
that is not near the aircraft’s current altitude. Airspace Alerts provide a message
indication to the flight crew when the aircraft’s current ground track will
intercept an airspace type that has been selected for alerting.

NOTE
Smart Airspace and Airspace Alerts are separate features.
Turning on/off Smart Airspace does not affect Airspace
Alerts, and vice versa.

7.8 Garmin ADS-B Traffic System Interface (Optional)

A Garmin ADS-B traffic system may be interfaced to the GTN Xi. The nose of
the ownship symbol on both the GTN Xi main map page and dedicated traffic
page serves as the actual location of your aircraft. The center of the traffic target
icon serves as the reported location for the target aircraft. Motion vectors for
traffic may be displayed in either absolute or relative motion. The location of the
traffic targets relative to the ownship are the same, regardless of the selected
motion vector.

Traffic targets displayed on the dedicated traffic page may be selected to obtain
additional information about a traffic target or to view all targets in a grouped
target. When a grouped target is selected, the “Next” button on the dedicated
traffic page will cycle through all targets located near where the screen has been
touched.

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Traffic may be displayed on the GTN Xi when connected to an approved
optional TCAS I, TAS, TIS, or ADS-B traffic device. These systems can
provide traffic monitoring and alerting to the flight crew. Traffic shown on the
display may or may not have traffic alerting available. The display of traffic is
an aid to visual acquisition and may not be utilized for aircraft maneuvering.

Absolute motion vectors are colored either cyan or white, depending on unit
configuration. Absolute motion vectors depict the reported track of the traffic
target referenced to the ground. An absolute motion vector pointed towards your
ownship symbol does not necessarily mean the traffic target is getting closer to
your aircraft.

Relative motion vectors are always colored green and depict the motion of the
traffic target relative to your ownship symbol. The direction the traffic target is
pointed may vary greatly from the motion vector and a target may be getting
closer to your aircraft independent of the direction the target is pointed. A green
relative motion vector pointed towards your ownship indicates that the traffic
target is converging on your aircraft.

If more than one target is occupying the same area of the screen, the GTN Xi
will combine the two or more traffic targets into one traffic group. The presence
of an asterisk to the left of a target indicates that traffic has been grouped. The
highest priority traffic target in the group is displayed to the pilot. When applied
to airborne targets the asterisk will be displayed in white or cyan depending on
the traffic depiction color used in the installation. The asterisk will be brown for
grouped ground targets. The asterisk will not turn amber, even if an alerted
target is included in the group.

An alerted target may be placed in the same group as non-alerted targets. In this
case, the alerted target will be displayed. Two alerted targets will not be placed
in the same group. All alerted targets will be displayed on the screen.

Traffic is displayed in feet regardless of the unit settings for altitude. If the units
for altitude are different than feet, a “FT” label will appear on the traffic icon on
and main map page, and the dedicated traffic page will include an “ALT IN FT”
notification.

7.9 GWX 70/75 Weather Radar (Optional)

The GWX 70/75 Weather Radar uses Doppler technology to optionally provide
advanced features to the flight crew such as turbulence detection and ground
clutter suppression. Turbulence detection can detect turbulence up to 40nm from
the aircraft and will be displayed at radar ranges of 160nm or less.

NOTE
Turbulence detection does not detect all turbulence especially
that which is occurring in clear air. The display of turbulence

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 indicates the possibility of severe or greater turbulence, as
defined in the Aeronautical Information Manual.

7.10 GWX 8000 Weather Radar (Optional)

The GWX 8000 Weather Radar contains the same features as the GWX
70/75, as well as supports predictive lightning and hail detection.
Predictive lightning and hail are available out to 100 nm.

The GWX 8000 also contains an Auto mode. Auto mode is a

volumetric scanning mode that will process several radar sweeps
internally of varying tilts to analyze and compile the data to build a 3D
model of the precipitation. The model then displays the system on the
radar display as a 2D image. This removes the pilot UI for tilt, bearing,
and radar gain.

7.11 Charts (Optional)

The GTN 750Xi/725Xi can display both procedure charts and weather data on
the main map page at the same time. When datalink NEXRAD or Precipitation
is overlaid on the main map page, the weather data is displayed below an
overlaid procedure chart. When airborne weather radar is overlaid on the main
map page, the radar data is displayed above an overlaid procedure chart.

SafeTaxi and ChartView functions do not comply with the requirements of AC

20-159 and are not qualified to be used as an airport moving map display
(AMMD).

7.12 Transponder Control (Optional)

The GTN Xi can be interfaced to a Garmin transponder for control and display
of squawk code, mode, and additional transponder functions. The activation of
the “Enable ES” button on the transponder page does not indicate the aircraft is
in full compliance with an ADS-B Out solution in accordance with TSO-C166b
(1090ES). Consult your transponder documentation for additional information.

7.13 Telephone Audio (Optional)

Telephone audio distribution to the crew defaults to OFF on each power cycle of
the GTN Xi. Prior to utilizing the telephone function, the crew must distribute
telephone audio to the desired recipients. If the crew is utilizing the telephone
function it is required that the telephone audio be turned off upon completing
telephone usage.

7.14 Terrain, Wires, and Obstacles

Terrain, point obstacle, and wire obstacle information appears on the map and
terrain display pages as red and amber terrain, obstacles, or wires and is depicted
for advisory use only. Aircraft maneuvers and navigation must not be predicated
upon the use of the terrain display. Terrain, obstacle, and wire information is
advisory only and is not equivalent to warnings provided by TAWS.

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The terrain display is intended to serve as a situational awareness tool only. By
itself, it may not provide either the accuracy or the fidelity on which to base
decisions and plan maneuvers to avoid terrain or obstacles.

7.14.1 Dedicated Terrain Page

The dedicated Terrain page will always depict point obstacles at zoom scales of
10 nm or less and depict wire obstacles at zoom scales of 5 nm or less. The
obstacle or wire overlay icon (see Figure 3) will be shown near the bottom of the
display when the obstacle or wire depiction is active based on the zoom scale.

NOTE
Only obstacles and wires within 2,000 feet vertically of the
aircraft will be drawn on the Terrain page. It is therefore
possible to have an obstacle or wire overlay icon displayed
with no obstacles or wires being depicted on the display.

Figure 3 – Obstacle Overlay Icon (Left), Wire Overlay Icon (Right)

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7.14.2 Map Page
The Map page may be configured to depict point obstacles and wire obstacles at
various zoom scales by the pilot by using the Map page menu. The obstacle or
wire overlay icon (see Figure 4) will be shown near the bottom of the display
when the obstacle or wire overlay is active based on the current zoom scale and
setting selected by the pilot.

The settings chosen by the pilot on the Map page menu (including obstacle and
wire display ranges) are saved over a power cycle.

NOTE
Only obstacles and wires within 2,000 feet vertically of the
aircraft will be drawn on the Map page. It is therefore possible
to have an obstacle or wire overlay icon displayed with no
obstacles or wires being depicted on the display.

NOTE
The Map page may be configured by the pilot to not show any
obstacles or wires at any zoom scale.

Figure 4 – Obstacle Overlay Icon (Left), Wire Overlay Icon (Right)

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7.15 Map Page

7.15.1 Configuration
The moving map and weather pages can display a large quantity and variety of
data. Map data is layered to ensure that data which is typically more critical is
drawn above less critical data, however at some zoom scales and configurations
the map may be cluttered with large amounts of data. Controls are provided on
the Map and Weather pages for the pilot to select which data displayed, the
declutter level, and the zoom scales at which data is added to or removed from
the display. It is the responsibility of the pilot to select settings for the map page
that will provide the display of data most appropriate to the operation being
conducted.

7.15.2 Flight Plan Depiction

The map page depicts the current active flight plan. When an off-route Direct
To is active the flight plan will no longer be depicted on the map.

7.15.3 Fuel Range Ring

The distance between the segmented green reserve ring and the yellow zero fuel
ring is 45 minutes at the current aircraft groundspeed by default. The pilot may
change the fuel reserve time value on the map setup menu. Changes to the fuel
reserve time are persisted over GTN Xi power cycles.

Visibility of the fuel range ring may be affected by the underlying map data
selectable by the pilot. The pilot may make changes to the topographic or terrain
data in order or more clearly observe the fuel range ring at any time.

Fuel range data is derived from the interfaced fuel totalizer data. Data entered in
the Fuel Planning pages will not update the fuel range ring.

7.16 Times and Distances

Time and Distance data to the next waypoint is always calculated from the
present position to that waypoint and does not account for the path which may
be flown (such as intercepting a course) to reach the waypoint.

When navigating using GPS guidance most legs are TO type legs where distance
to the next waypoint decreases along the route. However, some procedures
include FROM type legs. When navigating on a leg that is a FROM leg
indications that it is a FROM leg include the TO/FROM flag indicating FROM
and distances increasing in distance fields.

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7.17 GTN Xi-GTN (Xi) Crossfill
Specific data will sync between GTNs when installed in a dual GTN
configuration. If data is not included in this list, it is not crossfilled. The
following data will crossfill between the two GTNs with CROSSFILL ON or
OFF:
• User Waypoints
• FPL Catalog
• Traffic Alerts
• Missed Approach Popups
• Altitude Leg Popups
• Heading
• Date/Time Conventions
• CDI Scale
• Default FPA

The following unit changes will crossfill:

• Temperature
• NAV Angle
• Fuel

The following items are crossfilled only when the GTNs are set to
CROSSFILL ON:
• User Holds
• Approaches
• Flight Plan Changes
• Direct-To
• Selected OBS Course Changes

When the GTN is interfaced with other non-GTN Xi Garmin

navigators, there will likely be minor discrepancies in the flight plan,
course depictions, and turn annunciations based on the differences in
the two navigators, even when crossfill is enabled. In such cases it is
advisable to utilize the GTN Xi navigator as the primary navigator and
if the discrepancy is such that the pilot workload is affected, crossfill
should be turned off, and the flight plan on the non-GTN Xi navigator
removed.

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7.18 Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR)
ASR allows the pilot to interact with the GMA and GTN Xi via voice
commands. Commands are constructed around the “Verb – Noun – (Suffix)”
syntax for most ASR commands.
• “SHOW” Commands – Used to show pages or data fields on the
GTN Xi
• “SAY” Commands – Used to instruct the ASR engine to say certain
phrases related to the flight
• “TUNE” Commands – Used to tune certain frequencies into the
standby position of the ASR GTN Xi (usually GTN #1)

The “Page” suffix is used in conjunction with the “Show” phrase to command
pages to be displayed on the GTN. (e.g.- “Show Main Map Page”)

Audio Panel commands are available to switch audio sources.

• “SELECT” to choose which radio the MIC will be selected
• “TOGGLE” to toggle the monitor of a specific NAV/COM radio
• “DISTRIBUTE” to change the source of audio for the respective seat
positions
• “MUTE” to mute audio inputs on the audio panel for the respective
seat positions

Supplemental commands that allow map zooming, and page navigation are also
available.
• “BACK”
• “CANCEL”
• “ZOOM IN”
• “ZOOM OUT”

Each command is initiated via the Push-to-Command (PTC) switch. Aural tones
will indicate to the pilot the status of the command. A positive tone (low to high)
will indicate the system executed a command. A negative tone (high to low) will
indicate the system did not understand the command or could not execute due to
system state or configuration. “SAY” commands do not provide aural tones as
feedback.

The pilot must maintain vigilance regarding ASR command information. Due to
the nature of voice recognition, there are times when ASR will interpret a
command differently than the pilot intended. The pilot should always cross
check the ASR response to the information contained within the GTN Xi as
appropriate to ensure in-flight information is accurately understood. If a conflict
exists between information gathered via ASR and that available in the GTN Xi
system, the pilot should defer to the GTN Xi system information.

Prior to using ASR, the pilot must complete the ASR Qualification Procedure
from the GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide.

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The Command History Page details the commands received by ASR for that
power cycle. A full list of commands and guidance for using ASR can be found
in the GTN 6XX/7XX Telligence Voice Command Guide, 190-01007-50.

When using ASR for “TUNE” commands, it is recommended that the pilot
enable Reverse Frequency Lookup (RFL) on the associated GTN Xi.

7.19 European Visual Reporting Points

If the GTN Xi is interfaced with a G500/600 PFD/MFD, and a flight plan in the
GTN Xi contains a VRP, the G500/600 must have a database that contains the
VRP to appropriately display the VRP on the MFD map. If the database on the
PFD/MFD does not contain the VRP, the VRP will display on the MFD map as
an intersection.

7.20 Screenshots
The GTN Xi can save screenshots to the removable SD card. To take a
screenshot, press and hold the dual concentric knob while pressing the home
key. A small camera icon will briefly appear in the bottom right corner of the
screen indicating that the screenshot was successful.

7.21 Knob Page Navigation

Knob page navigation is a feature which allows quick navigation to select pages
using the dual concentric knob. This feature is similar to the page navigation on
Garmin G500/G600 TXi displays. Pages shown in the knob control menu can be
customized from the “Page Shortcuts” menu found on the System page.
Switching between Knob Control and radio tuning is accomplished by pressing
the dual concentric knob.

The default knob behavior can be changed from Page Navigation to COM Radio
based on pilot preference. Navigate to the System > Setup > COM/NAV menu
and change the “Knob Control Default” setting as desired. After 30 seconds of
inactivity, the knob function will return to the selected default behavior.

7.22 Remote Radio Control (Optional)

Remote radio control is a feature which allows each GTN in a dual-GTN
installation to control all GTN communication and navigation radios. The
feature adds a radios page which can be accessed via a user field or via the menu
bar when a radio frequency keyboard is selected. If the user selects “Local and
Remote” for Knob Control Radios in the System > Setup > COM/NAV menu,
all radios can be accessed by pressing the dual concentric knob.

The pilot can send frequencies from Airport and waypoint information pages
directly to either the communication or navigation radios.

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7.23 Emergency Page (Optional)
The GTN Xi has an emergency page that will only appear if Smart Glide is
enabled for the installation or when interfaced with a G500TXi or G600TXi
with an emergency page. The emergency page allows emergency modes to be
activated from the GTN Xi. Current supported emergency functions are Smart
Glide and Emergency Descent Mode.

7.24 Smart Glide (Optional)

Smart Glide is an emergency assistance feature that quickly configures Garmin
avionics to assist during an emergency loss of power with a single pilot action.

Overview
The purpose of Smart Glide is to reduce the workload and increase the
situational awareness of a pilot during an emergency. The GTN Xi does this by
constantly computing the aircraft glide range and best glide airport in the
background.

When activated, the system will provide the following functionality:

Aircraft Suitable Airport in Glide No Glide Airport
Equipment Range
GTN Xi Provide navigation guidance Declutter the map display.
and information to the
nearest suitable airport Provide aural alerts
within the glide range. indicating there are no glide
airports within range.
Declutter the map display.
Tune the emergency
Provide aural alerts upon frequency 121.5 in the
activation, the airport standby for COM #1. (if
distance and clock direction. equipped)

Switch the CDI to GPS for

navigator #1.

Tune the airport CTAF or

TOWER frequency in the
standby for COM #1. (if
equipped)

CDI scale is set to 0.3NM.

G500/600 TXi Annunciate “GLIDE” Annunciate “GLIDE”

- or -
GI 275 Altitude preselector is Altitude preselector is
cleared. cleared.

G3X Annunciate “GLIDE” Annunciate “GLIDE”

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 Aircraft Suitable Airport in Glide No Glide Airport
Equipment Range

CDI switches to GPS 1 CDI switches to GPS 1

G5 CDI switches to GPS 1 CDI switches to GPS 1

(optional) IAS to greater of published IAS to greater of published

GFC 500 best glide speed or best glide speed or
- or - minimum engagement speed minimum engagement speed
GFC 600
GPS lateral mode. ROL lateral mode with level
attitude reference.

Selected altitude capture is Selected altitude capture is

disabled disabled

If the aircraft is >2NM from If the autopilot is not

the glide airport and engaged an aural alert will
autopilot is not engaged an announce “Engaging
aural alert will announce Autopilot” and the AP will
“Engaging Autopilot” and engage.
the AP will engage.

Table 7-4: Smart Glide Functional Description

Smart Glide Usage

Smart Glide is intended to be used both in emergency situations and during
training. To get the most out of Smart Glide, it is recommended to practice for
an emergency using Smart Glide so that the pilot can understand the benefits
and limitations of the system prior to an actual emergency.

It is important to remember that Smart Glide is just a tool and the pilot in
command is the final authority with respect to the safety of the flight. Therefore,
it is the pilot in command’s responsibility to decide whether Smart Glide should
be used in a given emergency and to deviate from the route suggested by Smart
Glide if a better landing area is available.

Smart Glide is designed to be most helpful at altitudes where the pilot has
enough time to complete an emergency checklist before landing. Smart Glide is
not suggested for use during takeoff or landing phases of flight or for use in the
traffic pattern. Smart Glide is disabled on the ground and after takeoff until the
aircraft reaches 1000ft AGL.

If at any time the “Maneuver and Land” aural and visual annunciation is
presented, the pilot should truncate the emergency procedures and focus on
making a safe landing.

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If at any time the “Airport out of range” aural and visual annunciation is
presented, the pilot should determine the best course of action, whether to divert
to an alternate landing field or continue to the suggested glide airport.

Alternate Airport Selection

Alternate glide destination selection for Smart Glide may be done by selecting
an airport on the map page and pressing the “Glide to Airport” button. A
secondary method is to use the “Alternate Airport” button on the Emergency
Glide page. This page displays available airports in a list. The maximum number
of glide airports supported is 25. Airports ranked lower than the top 25 will not
be available until the number of airports in the glide ring is reduced. Activating
any other form of navigation will cause smart glide to cancel. If activating a
direct-to, smart glide will automatically cancel and the direct-to will be active.
Activating any procedure including a visual approach will prompt the user to
cancel smart glide before proceeding.

Smart Glide Activation/Deactivation

The system can be activated by a discrete momentary switch if equipped or by a
two-second press of the Direct-To button. These methods of activation are
mutually exclusive. The Direct-To press and hold is disabled when a discrete
activation switch is installed. All aircraft have a secondary method to activate
Smart Glide via a button on the GTN Xi emergency page.

The GTN Xi indicates that smart glide is active by the appearance of the Yellow
GLIDE button in the menu bar and by the Smart Glide status bar when viewing
the emergency page.

When deactivated, the system will return back to normal operational modes
including the flight plan that was in the GTN Xi prior to Smart Glide activation.
The pilot will need to verify the active flight plan leg and set autopilot modes,
airspeed bug, and altitude pre-selector as desired.
In certain situations, crossfill may be turned on or off when Smart Glide is
activated. Verify the crossfill status is set as desired after the system is
deactivated.

In aircraft equipped with a Garmin GFC autopilot, autopilot and flight director
modes including airspeed references may be changed when activating and
cancelling smart glide. Always verify the autopilot modes are set as desired after
smart glide is cancelled. In certain situations when Smart Glide is cancelled, re-
loading of the previous flight plan may cause the active navigation to change
abruptly and in some situations the autopilot may begin following this new
navigation immediately.

Map Page
The Glide Range Ring and Best Glide Airport Indicator are overlays on the map
page. The Glide Range Ring and Best Glide Airport Indicator can be enabled
and disabled individually in normal mode.
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The Glide Range Ring provides the pilot with an estimated glide range in the
event of a loss of engine power. The Glide Range Ring accounts for terrain,
obstacles, and winds if wind data is available. If no wind data is available, the
pilot will be notified when the glide range ring is displayed. In some cases, glide
range ring may rely on datalink wind data which may not reflect current wind
conditions.

Glide Range Ring

In normal operation the Glide Range Ring is displayed in cyan. This indicates
that the displayed glide range is based on the published glide ratio for the
aircraft. See the POH or AFM for the aircraft configuration and conditions
required to achieve this range. In normal operation, the Glide Range Ring and
Best Glide Indicator update at approximately 5 second intervals. Because of
these limitations, the Glide Range Ring is only an estimate and should only be
used for situational awareness.

When Smart Glide is active, the cyan Glide Range Ring is replaced with a
yellow Smart Glide Range Ring. This range ring does not use a fixed value for
glide ratio but instead updates approximately once per second using real-time
glide performance. This range ring also accounts for terrain, obstacles, and wind
just like the normal range ring. This ring will dynamically change size to reflect
changes in glide performance that occur for any reason. The ring is most
accurate when the glide is stabilized. Changes in glide ratio due to changes in
aircraft configuration, changes in engine power, or un-accounted for changes in
wind can cause the glide range ring to change size more rapidly. Because of
these limitations, the Smart Glide Range Ring is only an estimate and should
only be used for situational awareness.

Arrival AGL
The arrival AGL flag is automatically displayed when Smart Glide is active.
This value is calculated based on the Smart Glide Range Ring data and the
direct-to course to the glide airport. If the aircraft is further than 2NM from the
glide airport the course and arrival AGL will automatically be recalculated when
the CDI reaches ½ scale deflection. If the aircraft is within 2NM of the glide
airport, the arrival AGL flag will be removed when the aircraft leaves the direct-
to course for landing and the course will not be recalculated. The arrival AGL is
updated approximately once per second and has the same limitations as the
Smart Glide Range Ring on which the data is based.

Best Glide Airport Indicator

The Best Glide Airport Indicator is depicted as cyan chevrons on the map page
which point the pilot toward the “best” airport to glide to in the event of loss of
engine power. When the best glide airport indicator is enabled, it will be shown
if there are any airports within the glide range ring that meet the configured
criteria. If there are no airports that meet the criteria, the indicator will not be
displayed even when it is enabled. The “best” glide airport is selected based on
runway surface type, distance from present position, runway length, and weather

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if weather data is available. Additionally, public airports are prioritized over
private airports. Because of this fixed determination and the limited information
available to the avionics, the best glide airport is a suggestion, and the pilot is
responsible for choosing the most favorable landing site in the event of an
emergency.

When Smart Glide is activated, the system will use the same logic as the best
glide airport indicator to pick a glide destination. The system may choose a
different airport when activated if the solution has changed since the best glide
indicator was last updated. However, once the glide destination is selected, it
will not change while smart glide is active unless modified by the pilot.

Emergency Glide Page

The emergency page on the GTN Xi, G500/600 TXi, and G3X automatically
becomes the emergency glide page when Smart Glide is active. This page can be
accessed quickly while Smart Glide is active by pressing the yellow GLIDE icon
in the menu bar. This page displays information about Smart Glide status,
pertinent airport information, and shortcut buttons for common actions during
glide. A map shortcut button is always displayed on the emergency glide page.
A Squawk 7700 button will be displayed on the controlling unit if a transponder
is being controlled by the GTN or G3X.

Nearest Airport Page

The Nearest Airport Page indicates which airports are within the glide range ring
by displaying the word “Glide” with a green checkmark.

The GTN Xi uses data about the airport and installer configured data to
determine the best suitable glide airport. The airports within the glide range that
are of the surface type designated by the installer will be ranked according to:
1. Weather Category (LIFR, IFR, MVFR, VFR) if available.
2. Distance from the aircraft.
3. Runway length.
4. Public vs Private (Public is preferred)

The highest ranked airport will be selected as the glide destination. If no public
airports meet the requirements for desired runway length and weather, airports
with shorter runway lengths, airports with IFR/LIFR weather, airports with
winds above the max desired gust speed, and private airports may be selected. If
no airports within the glide range meet the surface type criteria, the system will
advise that there are no airports within glide range.

Glide Prediction
When active, the system will continuously monitor the aircraft glide
performance and adjust the yellow Smart Glide Range Ring as necessary.
If the currently selected airport falls out of glide range as measured by the
system, the system will alert the pilot with visual and aural alerts. The pilot has
the option to choose an alternate glide airport from the map or the “Alternate

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Airport” button on the Emergency Glide page of the GTN Xi. Only airports that
are eligible to be glide airports can be selected. Sudden changes in aircraft
performance while the system is active will cause a degradation in the accuracy
of the glide range estimation.

System Requirements
Smart Glide requires the following to function:
• Valid GPS position fix
• Valid data from a compatible Garmin PFD
• Terrain and Navigation database installed on GTN Xi

Visual/Aural Alerts
The following describes how the system functions as the aircraft approaches the
glide airport or off-airport landing areas.

With a Glide Airport Selected

4NM from the Glide Airport
An “Approaching Airport” aural and visual alert is generated.

2NM from the Glide Airport

A “Maneuver and Land” aural and visual alert is generated along with a
distance and clock position callout. If the autopilot is still engaged after 10
seconds and the aircraft altitude is low, another aural alert will remind the
pilot to “Disconnect Autopilot”. Once the aircraft is within 2NM of the
glide airport, the pilot must take full control of the aircraft. At this point
Smart Glide will no longer provide range alerts and GPS guidance will not
recalculate.

500’ AGL
At 500’ above the ground, a “500” aural alert is generated as a reminder to
prepare for touchdown.

With No Glide Airport

Altitude AGL Callouts
At 2000’, 1000’, and 500’ above the ground, an associated aural alert is
generated as a reminder to prepare for touchdown. No GPS course
guidance is given.
CAUTION
This system is intended to aid the crew in the initial avionics
setup during a glide emergency, and if possible, to aid the pilot
in finding and navigating to a suitable airport within the glide
range of the aircraft. The pilot must make every effort to ensure
the system guidance is as desired. Other or more suitable
airports or off-airport landing areas may be available but
unknown to the Smart Glide system. The pilot must evaluate all
options and choose the most appropriate course of action given
the conditions.
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 Alert Description
“Smart Glide Disabled. Smart glide cannot be activated below 1000’
Low Altitude” AGL.
“Smart Glide Disabled.” Smart Glide cannot be activated, but the switch
was used to attempt to activate.
NOTE: If Smart Glide was manually disabled
using the Emergency Page menu, this aural alert
will not play.
“Smart Glide Active” Smart Glide is active and functional.
“Smart Glide Canceled” Smart Glide was canceled by the pilot.
“Engaging Autopilot” Smart Glide has engaged the autopilot in GLIDE
mode.
“Disconnect Autopilot” Reminder to the crew that the system is no longer
navigating, and the crew should take over for the
landing or descent maneuver.
“Airport X o’clock X The glide airport distance and bearing are given
miles relative to the aircraft at the time the alert was
generated. Distance is given in nautical miles.
Altitude Aurals Alert the pilot when at specified altitude AGL. A
“Five Hundred” callout is standard. Additional
“Two Thousand” and “One Thousand” callouts
are issued when there is no airport in range.
“No Airports Within The GTN cannot find an airport for Smart Glide.
Glide Range” Consider airports not available in the GTN Xi, or
other off-airport landing sites.
“Approaching Airport” The aircraft is within 4NM of the glide airport.
“Maneuver and Land” The aircraft is within 2NM of the glide airport.
The pilot should maneuver the aircraft for
landing.
“Airport Out of Range” The glide airport is no longer in the predicted
glide range.
“Smart Glide Failure, The Smart Glide system has failed due to loss of
consider alternate data input or system failure. Smart Glide
landing site.” guidance is not available. The pilot should
consider all available alternatives, including
continuing to the previously chosen airport, and
not rely on the GTN Xi for glide information.
“ALTN Airport Out of If an alternate airport is selected that is on the
Range” edge of the glide range ring, the airport may go
out of range while the system is recalculating. If
this occurs, the guidance to the current airport
will be maintained (if available) and the “ALTN
Airport Out of Range” message will be displayed
for five seconds.
Table 7-5: Smart Glide Alerts

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TXi Integration
Smart Glide is fully compatible with the G500/G600 TXi if a PFD or MFD is
configured. When Smart Glide is active, a yellow GLIDE button will appear on
the MFD or PFD if no MFD is visible. Pressing the GLIDE button will bring up
the emergency glide menu. The G500/G600 MFD map page will mirror the
information on the GTN map page when smart glide is active. While
information can be viewed on TXi, changing the glide airport can only be done
on the GTN Xi.

G3X Touch Integration

Smart Glide is fully compatible with the G3X Touch system if a PFD or MFD is
installed. When Smart Glide is active, a yellow GLIDE button will appear on the
bottom of the PFD and MFD. Pressing the GLIDE button will bring up the
emergency glide page. If displayed, the G3X Touch Glide Range Ring will be
removed when smart glide is active. Refer to GTN Xi glide range ring display.
While information can be viewed on G3X Touch, changing the glide airport can
only be done on the GTN Xi.

GI 275 Integration
The GI 275 will indicate when smart glide is active by yellow “GLIDE” text on
the top of the altitude tape. When the GI 275 controls a GFC 500, this indication
will also indicate when IAS glide mode is active.

GFC Integration
When select Garmin GFC autopilots are interfaced to the system, the autopilot
will automatically modify its behavior to assist the pilot when Smart Glide is
active. The following table describes compatible GFC 500 and 600 software
versions that have Smart Glide compatibility:

GFC Model Software Version

GFC 600 v2.80 or later. Check the GFC 600
AFMS to determine Smart Glide
compatibility and configuration.
GFC 500 GI 275 version: v2.40 or later
G3X: v9.00 or later
G5: v8.00 or later
Table 7-6: Smart Glide Software Compatibility

If the airplane is more than 2NM from the best glide airport when smart glide is
activated, the autopilot will automatically engage the servos and set the flight
director to GPS and IAS modes. IAS mode will automatically target best glide
speed or autopilot minimum engagement speed if best glide is less than the
minimum engagement speed. If the airplane is within 2NM of the best glide
airport, the flight director will still be activated in GPS and IAS modes but the
autopilot servos will not be engaged. If no airport is within glide range when

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Smart Glide is activated, the autopilot will engage servos and the flight director
will be set to ROL mode with a wings level reference and IAS mode.

When Smart Glide is active, the behavior of IAS mode is modified so that the
airspeed reference initially targets best glide speed or autopilot minimum
engagement speed if best glide is less than the minimum engagement speed. The
airspeed reference and vertical mode may be changed by the pilot at any time,
but if IAS mode is selected again, it will set the airspeed reference back to the
initial smart glide speed. This behavior is indicated by the presence of the
“GLIDE” indication on GTN and on GFC 600 by “GLIDE” being annunciated
on the GMC 605. As soon as Smart Glide is cancelled, IAS mode reverts to its
normal function.

Smart glide only engages the autopilot servos on initial activation when further
than 2NM from the best glide airport. It is the pilot’s responsibility to manage
the autopilot and disconnect it at the appropriate time. There is no automated
autopilot disconnect. If the pilot later selects a new glide destination, the flight
director modes will be switched to GPS and IAS modes, however the autopilot
servos will not be automatically engaged. The pilot may manually engage the
autopilot servos by pressing the AP button on the autopilot mode controller.

When Smart Glide is cancelled, autopilot mode changes may occur. It is the
pilot’s responsibility to disconnect the autopilot or verify the flight director
modes are as desired after cancelling Smart Glide.

7.25 Autopilot Coupling

It is possible to create flight plan waypoint sequences, including Search and
Rescue patterns, which exceed the autopilot’s bank angle capabilities. The pilot
shall monitor autopilot performance regarding flight path deviation.

7.25.1 RNP 1.0 RF Leg Types

This STC does not grant operational approval for RF leg navigation for those
operators requiring operational approval. Additional FAA approval may be
required for those aircraft intending to use the GTN Xi to provide RNP 1 or
RNP 0.3 navigation in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular AC 90-105A.

AC 90-105A states that procedures with RF legs must be flown using either a
flight director or coupled to the autopilot.

This STC has demonstrated acceptable crew workload and Flight Technical
Error for hand flown procedures with RF legs when the GTN Xi installation
complies with limitation set forth in Section 2.6.1 of this document. It is
recommended to couple the autopilot for RNP 1.0 RF procedures, if available,
but it is not required to do so.

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7.25.2 RNP 0.3 RF Leg Types
This STC has demonstrated acceptable crew workload and Flight Technical
Error for coupled procedures with RF legs when the GTN Xi installation
complies with limitation set forth in Section 2.6.1 of this document. It is
required to couple the autopilot for RNP 0.3 RF procedures.

7.26 StormScope® Display (Optional)

StormScope® lightning information displayed by the GTN Xi is limited to
supplemental use only. The use of the StormScope® lightning data on the
display for hazardous weather (thunderstorm) penetration is prohibited.
StormScope® lightning data on the display is intended only as an aid to enhance
situational awareness of hazardous weather, not penetration. It is the flight
crew’s responsibility to avoid hazardous weather using official weather data
sources.

When the GTN Xi StormScope® page is operating without a heading source, as

indicated by the “HDG N/A” label at the upper right corner of the StormScope ®
page, strikes must be cleared after each heading change.

7.27 Flight Planner/Calculator Functions

The Fuel Planning page uses Fuel on Board or Fuel Flow as received from an
on-board fuel totalizer, as entered by the pilot at system startup, or as entered by
the pilot when on the Fuel Planning page. This is not a direct indication of actual
aircraft fuel flow or fuel on board and those values are only used for the Fuel
Planning page. The fuel required to destination is only a calculated and
predicted value based on the data entered into the planner. It is not a direct
indication of how much fuel the aircraft will have upon reaching the destination.

7.28 Fuel Range Rings

The fuel range rings displayed on the moving map are intended for situational
awareness and do not represent a direct indication of endurance or fuel
remaining. The distance between the segmented green reserve ring and the
yellow zero fuel ring is 45 minutes by default. The reserve value can be changed
from the GTN Xi map setup menu.

Fuel range data is derived by the interfaced fuel totalizer data. Data entered in
the Fuel Planning pages will not update the fuel range ring.

7.29 Glove Use / Covered Fingers

No glove or covered fingers may be used to operate the GTN Xi touchscreen
unless the Glove Qualification Procedure located in the GTN Xi Series Pilot’s
Guide has been successfully completed. The Glove Qualification Procedure is
specific to a pilot / glove / GTN 725Xi, 750Xi or GTN 625Xi, 635Xi, 650Xi
combinations.

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7.30 Active Weather Radar
Radar is broadcasting energy while in Weather or Ground mapping modes. If
the GTN 750Xi/725Xi system is configured to control an airborne weather radar
unit, observe all safety precautions, including:

• Do not operate in the vicinity of refueling operations.

• Do not operate while personnel are in the vicinity (approximately
20 feet) of the radar sweep area.
CAUTION
If a radar system is installed, it generates microwave radiation
and improper use, or exposure, may cause serious bodily
injury. Do not operate the radar equipment until you have read
and carefully followed the safety precautions and instructions
in the weather radar user manual and/or pilot’s guide.

7.31 Telephone Audio

Telephone audio must not be distributed to the pilot or co-pilot unless a phone
call is active.
CAUTION
Failure to turn off telephone audio when the telephone is not
in use may result in telephone ringer or text message aural
notifications being received during critical phases of flight.

7.32 Multi Crew Aircraft (GMA 35 Only)2

For aircraft type certified with more than one required pilot, or operations
requiring more than one pilot, the “Group Co-Pilot with Passenger” audio panel
option shall not be activated. This option is found in the Intercom Setup Menu
when a Garmin GMA 35 audio panel is installed.

Additionally, when the GTN Xi and TXi are installed in the same cockpit, it is
recommended that the GTN Xi and TXi have the same chart types and cycles to
ensure appropriate lookup and chart syncing/streaming functionality.

7.33 Automatic Speech Recognition

Pilots may not use the ASR function to operate the GTN Xi/GMA unless they
have completed the ASR Qualification Procedure located in the GTN Xi Series
Pilot’s Guide successfully. The ASR Qualification Procedure is specific to each
pilot / headset / aircraft combination.

2 Includes GMA 35 and GMA 35c Audio Panels

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7.34 Connext Data (Optional)
The Connext product line uses a wireless transceiver to provide data to and from
a GTN Xi to personal electronic devices (PEDs).

The Flight Stream 210 is a remotely mounted unit that provides the capability to
interface Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs) to the GTN Xi via Bluetooth. The
Flight Stream 510 is mounted in the GTN SD card slot and includes a Bluetooth
and Wi-Fi transceiver. The GDL 60 is a remote mounted wireless access point
that includes Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity to the PED, and LTE or Wi-Fi
connectivity to Garmin services on the ground.

Data such as traffic, flight plan, datalink weather, entertainment audio

information, and attitude information are sent from the Flight Stream or GDL 60
to the PED. The PED can send flight plans and databases (except Flight Stream
210) to the GTN Xi via the access point. Limitations regarding database
operations are found in Section 2.15.

Garmin provides a list of tested and compatible devices that can be used with the
Flight Stream or GDL 60. Connection to the Flight Stream or GDL 60 may be
possible with devices other than those on the supported device list, but
Bluetooth® and/or Wi-Fi stability and wireless data integrity cannot be
guaranteed.

For details about the Garmin supported devices and apps for use with the
Connext product line, please visit: http://garmin.com/connext/supported_devices

7.35 System Databases

7.35.1 Database Provided Altitudes

When the GTN Xi provides altitude data for waypoints included in IFR
procedures, the altitudes provided are those shown on the procedure chart for
“Turbojet” or “Jet” aircraft. If altitudes for other aircraft such as “Turboprop” or
“Prop” are required, the crew must manually edit the waypoint altitude.

7.35.2 Database Sync with G500/600 or G500/600/700TXi GDUs

When a GTN Xi hosts a Flight Stream 510 for database syncing to GDUs, the
GTN Xi and GDU must be configured for the same chart database type
(FliteCharts or ChartView). If the GDU and GTN are not configured for the
same chart type, charts database sync and Chart Streaming will not be available.

7.35.3 Databases and Flight Plan Waypoints/Procedures

Database versions (or cycles) and effective dates are displayed on the start-up
database verification page immediately after power-on for those databases with
an effective or expiration date. Databases with no effective or expiration date
(e.g. - terrain database) are considered effective upon installation in the GTN Xi.
Database information can also be viewed on the System – System Status page.

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The Obstacle Database has an area of coverage that includes the United States
and Europe and is updated as frequently as every 56 days. The HOT Line wire
database only includes the continental United States and portions of
Canada/Mexico.

Only the Obstacle/HOT Line wire database may be used in accordance with the
limitation found in Section 2.14.

If a stored flight plan contains a waypoint or procedure that does not correspond
to a waypoint or procedure in the navigation database in use, the waypoint or
procedure will become locked (depicted as “lockd”) in the flight plan. Flight
plans with locked waypoints may be placed in the active flight plan portion of
the system but no navigation will be provided. The locked waypoint/procedure
must be resolved by removing or replacing it with the correct
waypoint/procedures in the flight plan before the system will provide
navigation.

Discrepancies that invalidate a procedure should be reported to Garmin

International. The affected procedure is prohibited from being flown using data
from the navigation database until a new navigation database is installed in the
aircraft and verified that the discrepancy has been corrected. Navigation
database discrepancies can be reported at FlyGarmin.com by selecting “Aviation
Data Error Report.” Flight crew and operators can view navigation database
alerts at FlyGarmin.com then select “NavData Alerts.”

If the navigation database cycle will change during flight, the flight crew must
ensure the accuracy of navigation data, including suitability of navigation
facilities used to define the routes and procedures for flight. If an amended chart
affecting navigation data is published for the procedure, the database must not
be used to conduct the procedure.

7.35.4 Single Point Database Acknowledgement

For GTN Xi units running software version 20.20 or later, the remote database
confirmation feature has been replaced by single point database
acknowledgement. This feature is available on all GTN Xi installations, and it
gives users a quick way to verify databases on Garmin products are up to date
before flight.

Upon startup GTN #1 will display a database summary page. Other Garmin
products that support this feature will all skip their database confirmation pages.
If all databases are up to date, GTN #1 will display a green check on the
database summary page. If some databases are missing or out of date, GTN #1
will display the database details page and highlight the offending databases in
yellow as before. If a database mismatch warning appears, that means that the
databases are not the same on all the Garmin products. If more information is
needed, the user can tap on the database mismatch label to see detailed
information about a given database.

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Recommendations for managing databases:
1. When downloading databases from the Fly Garmin website, always
choose to use Database Sync and always choose to reinstall all
databases when creating a database card.
2. If using Database Concierge on Garmin Pilot, verify that all database
concierge downloads are up to date before attempting to install
databases on GTN.
3. Always load databases to GTN #1 in installations with dual GTN Xi or
a G500/G600 TXi. Don’t load databases onto the SD cards for GTN #2
or TXi unless necessary. If databases are on the SD card, the unit will
not skip the database page.
4. If a database mismatch occurs, power on all units to the home page and
wait until the database sync is complete. A system message will appear
while database sync is in progress. If a database mismatch still occurs
check the Terrain database version on each unit and update as
necessary. If the issue persists, contact Garmin Support.

7.35.5 GDL 60 (Optional)

The GDL 60 is a wireless access point for your airplane. It provides wireless
access for PEDs in the aircraft similar to a FlightStream 510, automatic wireless
database updates for aircraft avionics and wireless sensor data query and
database downloads over LTE or wireless internet.

If wireless sensor data query is enabled in an installation, certain displays can

power on when queried. During a query, the display backlight will be powered
off to conserve battery.

The GDL 60 will wake up on battery power to download databases. Wireless

sensor data query also uses a small amount of battery to listen for a request to
wake up the avionics. It is recommended to install and use a battery tender in
conjunction with the GDL 60.

If the aircraft will not be flown for an extended period without a battery tender
or you are in a remote location and wish to eliminate the possibility of battery
drain, open the “CNXT BATT” breaker to disable the GDL 60 live query
functionality. While this breaker is open the GDL 60 will not download
databases or respond to sensor queries.

7.35.6 Charts Database (Dual GTN7XX and TXi GDU)

When the aircraft installation includes 2 GTNs capable of displaying charts
(GTN 725, 725Xi, 750, or 750Xi) and crossfill is enabled between the GTNs,
the GTNs should have identical chart types (ChartView or FliteCharts) and
charts cycles installed. Failure to have identical charts could affect the chart
lookup features and automatic chart selection.

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7.36 Core Procedure Selection
With GTN 20.41, runway selection may be deferred when loading a SID or
STAR, if possible for that procedure. If the runway selection is deferred, this
will result in only the procedure core being added to the flight plan. The core of
the procedure is the section of the procedure that does not change route or
altitudes based on the runway transition.

The runway may be selected in the flight plan page on next to the procedure
header, in which case the runway transition will be added to the flight plan. If
user modified altitudes exist within the route, a popup will be provided asking if
the user would like the GTN to attempt to retain user modified data. When
selecting a runway transition, verify flight plan and crossing altitudes remain
correct per the published procedure.

The runway may also be selected by returning to the procedures page, however
that loading procedure will revert all user modified data to the database values.

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