Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd, has announced expanded pilot training opportunities for 2022, including webinars, eLearning courses, instructor-led classes and a variety of self-study guides and trainers offered for the GTN series, G500/600, G500/G600/G700 TXi, G3X, and Garmin integrated flight decks. These hands-on training opportunities enable pilots to learn more about Garmin avionics in a virtual or in-person classroom environment taught by a team of dedicated and experienced flight instructors. 

Professional instructor-led training

Throughout the year, Garmin welcomes the opportunity to offer instructor-led classroom training for all levels of experience at its headquarters in Olathe, Kansas, along with a regional GTN and Flight Display training at Garmin’s office in Cary, North Carolina. The health and safety of customers and associates remains paramount to Garmin, and all Covid-19 safety protocols will be followed in the trainings. To see the full calendar of Garmin training events and information on purchasing these classes, please visit fly.garmin.com/training.

• GTN Series: Explore the capabilities that Garmin’s GTN and GTN Xi series of navigators provides in this one-day virtual training class, or two-day in-person classroom training. This class is intended for both novice and experienced aviators using scenario-based training that builds on knowledge obtained through the GTN 2.0 eLearning course. The cost for this training is $550.
• GTN and Flight Display: This one-day virtual training class, or two-day in-person classroom training, includes instruction on the GTN/GTN Xi navigators and TXi series, G3X Touch and the G500/G600 displays. The training focuses on flight planning and instrument procedures for those new to the GTN or just looking for a refresher and builds on knowledge obtained through the GTN 2.0 eLearning course. The cost for this training at the Olathe office is $700, and the cost for the regional training in Cary is $875. 
• G1000/G1000 NXi: With an emphasis on flight planning, instrument procedures, vertical navigation, and the automatic flight control system, this one-day instructor-led virtual training class, or two-day in-person classroom training explores the vast capabilities of the G1000 integrated flight deck, building on knowledge obtained through G1000 NXi eLearning course. The cost for this training is $825.

Take full advantage of Garmin avionics features and capabilities with eLearning Courses

Pilots can receive in-depth instruction to better prepare for flights through eLearning courses that guide them through scenarios intended to build understanding and confidence with Garmin avionics. Using a computer, tablet or smartphone, pilots can access the courseware immediately through the eLearning platform. Garmin eLearning courses come with a two-year subscription and can be purchased at fly.garmin.com/training.

The following eLearning opportunities are available:

• Garmin GTN Essentials 2.0: This course provides in-depth instruction on the fundamental operation of the highly capable GTN and GTN Xi touchscreen navigators, as well as helicopter features, for pilots that are new to the GTN or just want a refresher.
• Garmin TXi Essentials 2.0: For pilots that are new to the system, this course will provide instruction on fundamental operation of the touchscreen flight display.
• Garmin G1000 NXi: Pilots will have four comprehensive courses to choose from that will provide in-depth training on the G1000 NXi depending on the needs of the pilot to enable effective use of the system’s situational awareness and decision-making resources.
• Garmin G3000 Essentials 2.0: This eLearning course introduces pilots to the operation and user interface of the G3000 integrated flight deck.
• Garmin G5000 Essentials 2.0 and 2.0 PLUS: Introduces pilots to the operation and user interface of the G5000 integrated flight deck, including the latest features. The G5000 Essentials 2.0 PLUS course includes a separate module that describes autothrottle usage.
• Garmin Aviation Weather Radar 2.0: This course helps pilots understand the fundamentals of weather radar and the latest features to take full advantage of Garmin GWX systems.

The following eLearning courses are expected to be added later in 2022: GFC 500 Essentials, G3X Touch Experimental and G3X Touch Certified. 

Attend monthly one-hour webinars

These scenario-based webinars are offered monthly for no charge and are intended to help pilots explore various avionics setups, flight planning, navigation and other features with Garmin pilot instructors. Webinar options are updated monthly, so please be sure to check back frequently for the latest offerings. To register for Aviation Webinars, please visit Garmin.com/AviationWebinars.

EAA AirVenture 2022

The Garmin Aviation Training team anticipates offering seminars and classes at EAA AirVenture 2022. The team plans to provide GTN Series training seminars from July 25-31, focusing on what is most important to customers – flight planning and instrument approach procedures. Garmin will also offer the G3X Touch Academy and other GTN pilot training seminars in the Garmin tents. As EAA AirVenture 2022 nears, visit flyGarmin.com/training to see the full and evolving list of training events and to registers for one of these classes.

Build a solid foundation with self-study opportunities

Detailed pilot guides provide extensive information on features, functions, and capabilities related to Garmin avionics that the pilot must know in order to operate the aircraft. Free pilot guides are available for download for all retrofit installations including the GTN series, GTN Xi series, G500/G600, G500/G600/G700 TXi, and G3X Touch. For integrated flight decks such as the G1000, G3000 and G5000, the pilot’s guides are available from the aircraft manufacturer. Training videos and pilot training webinar recordings can be found on the Garmin Aviation YouTube channel.

PC and iPad Trainers

Garmin also offers a limited number of computer (PC) and iPad trainers that simulate the behavior of an avionics system interface for pilots interested in learning the basic operation of a system. Current PC trainers can be found at Garmin.com, and the GTN, GTN Xi, and TXi series trainer apps are available for download from the Apple App Store.

Custom training requests

The Garmin Aviation Training team can support on-demand training requests based upon instructor availability and training resource considerations on a first come, first served basis.

For all Garmin aviation training needs, including reservations for one of these training events, please visit fly.garmin.com/training. For more info, contact aviation.training@garmin.com.

This press release was prepared and distributed by Garmin International, Inc.