In addition to the already extensive databases found in its fixed-wing counterpart, every G500H TXi system uses a helicopter-specific obstacles database featuring more than 200,000 additional low-altitude obstacles. For added protection, an expanded version of this database features more than 700,000 miles of power lines. This allows for additional visual reference in low-level operations, where our WireAware^™ wire-strike avoidance technology uses this database to overlay power lines on the map displays and provides audible alerts to help pilots recognize potential wire-strike hazards in proximity to the flight path. To support night operations, each display is optionally available with NVG compatibility. And for increased operational capability, the system also supports multiple video input options that enable the MFD to serve as a FLIR or live-cam video monitor.

When darkness, fog, rain, haze, blowing dust, swirling snow or inadvertent flight into IFR conditions keep you from seeing the “big picture” clearly, our safety-enhancing HSVT synthetic vision technology can make a world of difference. This optional capability, available on all G500H TXi PFD displays, helps minimize visual impairment by providing a virtual reality landscape on your flight display, showing a database-generated view of ground and water features, airports, obstacles, traffic and more. The HSVT depictions look so real, it’s like having a clear-day “out-the-window” view of your flight situation — even when actual conditions are less than ideal. What’s more, towers or obstacles that may encroach upon your flight path are color highlighted and clearly displayed with height-appropriate symbology.

For the ultimate in hazard avoidance solutions, G500H TXi supports high-resolution, five-color HTAWS when it’s paired with an HTAWS-equipped GTN or GNS^™ series navigator. Using WAAS GPS position information compared with the system’s internal databases, the HTAWS offers forward-looking avoidance capability to predict in advance where potential hazards may exist and help you maintain safe separation from nearby terrain, towers or obstacles. Accompanying voice alerts also indicate the relative threat level, with messages such as “Caution, Obstacle, Obstacle” or “Warning, Terrain, Terrain” — as well as keeping you apprised of your aircraft’s height above ground when descending below 500’. However, if your mission requires routine operation in close proximity to known terrain or obstacles, our pilot-selectable Reduced Protection (RP) mode allows you to minimize alerting interruptions. And for even more terrain awareness, add our GRA 55 radar altimeter to display your AGL readout on your G500H TXi display.

To provide even more situational awareness, G500H TXi includes HSI mapping capabilities on the 7” portrait and 10.6” display configurations. This technology puts an MFD-like perspective map view within the HSI portion of your PFD. In addition to the geographical map, the HSI map view can also support the overlay of NEXRAD imagery and weather inputs from ADS-B and SiriusXM^® datalinks. Additional overlays include SafeTaxi^® airport diagrams, WireAware power line avoidance, traffic, terrain and more. HSI map control and on-screen navigation are a snap, thanks to a Garmin innovation that lets you zoom in or out on the map by using a simple and natural single-finger swipe gesture.

For added capability, G500H TXi seamlessly integrates with a variety of optional sensors and datalinks to support the latest in weather and traffic monitoring. Our Doppler-capable GWX™ 70H onboard color radar features a reliable, solid-state design as well as optional turbulence detection and ground clutter suppression capabilities. For pilots flying in the U.S., our GTX™ 345 series of all-in-one ADS-B transponders provide easy access to subscription-free ADS-B weather and advanced dual-link traffic services. Plus, by installing a GDL^® 69A satellite receiver with your system, you can add ground-and-airborne-accessible SiriusXM satellite weather and audio entertainment channels to the mix (subscriptions required). For a worldwide datalink solution, our GSR 56 datalink provides weather data and radar imagery through the Iridium^® global satellite network. And for even more advanced traffic surveillance in high-density airspace, G500H TXi integrates with select TAS or TCAS systems, including our GTS™ family of traffic surveillance products.

To help you keep things the way you like them, your individual pilot profile settings on G500H TXi can be saved³ within the system or loaded onto a removable SD™ card. This also means you can take your settings with you to another G500H TXi-equipped aircraft. Pilots operating within a flight department will especially appreciate this feature. Your preferred settings for backlighting, map settings and more can all be configured under your individual profile — allowing you to easily restore your system preferences prior to each flight, so you can be ready for lift time in less time.