Connected-Cockpit Services

With Garmin connectivity solutions - known collectively as Connext^® - pilots and operators can now seamlessly interface with devices and aircraft systems. Connext satellite services can provide global weather and communications coverage nearly everywhere your aircraft can fly.

GSR 56 Datalink - Connext Satellite Services

Using Connext services to access the Iridium^® satellite network, the GSR 56 datalink can bring on-demand global weather information - as well as onboard text/voice communications, aircraft position tracking and more - to the Garmin connected cockpit experience. A satellite service subscription is required, and a variety of plans are available based on the number of hours the aircraft will be operated annually.

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3-Month Free Trial

3 Months Unlimited Weather, Voice, and Text Messaging (SMS)

Weather Updates:
Every 10 Minutes
Worldwide Weather Details

Voice Calls:
Unlimited

Text Messaging (SMS):
Unlimited

Position Reporting:
9 ¢ / Report (Optional)

Monthly Rates Are Waived for 3 Months³

After 3 months, this plan transitions to the Connext Weather 150 plan at $79.99 / Month.

Connext Weather 150

With Voice, Text, and Position Reports

Ideal for Aircraft Operating up to 150 Hours / Year(About 12 Hours / Month)

Weather Updates:
Every 10 Minutes
Worldwide Weather Details

Voice Calls:
30 Minutes / Month (Included)
See Rate Details for Additional Minutes

Text Messaging (SMS):
Unlimited

Position Reporting:
9 ¢ / Report (Optional)

$79.99 / Month^1,2

Connext Weather 400

With Voice, Text, and Position Reports

Ideal for Aircraft Operating up to 400 Hours / Year(About 35 Hours / Month)

Weather Updates:
Every 5 Minutes
Worldwide Weather Details

Voice Calls:
Unlimited

Text Messaging (SMS):
Unlimited

Position Reporting:
9 ¢ / Report (Optional)

$174.99 / Month^1,2

Connext Weather 800

With Voice, Text, and Position Reports

Ideal for Aircraft Operating up to 800 Hours / Year(About 67 Hours / Month)

Weather Updates:
Every 5 Minutes
Worldwide Weather Details

Voice Calls:
Unlimited

Text Messaging (SMS):
Unlimited

Position Reporting:
9 ¢ / Report (Optional)

$249.95 / Month^1,2

Connext Advanced

With Voice, Text, and Position Reports

Ideal for Aircraft Operating up to 3000 Hours / Year(About 250 Hours / Month)

Weather Updates:
Every 5 Minutes
Worldwide Weather Details

Voice Calls:
Unlimited

Text Messaging (SMS):
Unlimited

Position Reporting:
9 ¢ / Report (Optional)

$799.99 / Month^1,2

GSR 56 Datalink - Individual Service Plans

Aircraft operated for a low number of hours annually may be better suited for our individual service plans. These plans include a lower monthly service fee and text/voice/position reporting charges based on usage.

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Voice and Text

Individual Service

Voice and Text Messaging (SMS)

Voice Calls:
$1.60 / Minute
First 50 Minutes / Month - See Rate Details

Text Messaging (SMS):
$1.00 / Message Outgoing
FREE Incoming Messages

$45 / Month^1,2

Position Reporting

Individual Service

Position Reporting

Position Reporting:
9¢ / Report

$20 / Month^1,2

Aircraft Maintenance Reports

Individual Service

Transmit Aircraft Maintenance Reports via Satellite

RUDICS Reports:
$3.68 / Minute

SBD Reports:
$1.58 / Kilobyte

$50 / Month^1,2

GDL 60 Datalink Services

To simplify managing an aircraft, the GDL 60 datalink technology can provide remote access to your aircraft's status via the Garmin Pilot app, while it automates tasks such as avionics database updates using LTE cellular or Wi-Fi network connectivity. View the coverage area for LTE plans.

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LTE North America

Automatic Database Updates:
Automatic database updates via LTE within the United States, Canada, or Mexico and via Wi-Fi worldwide^4,5

Remote Aircraft Status:
Remote aircraft status via D2 Mach 1 Smartwatch and the Garmin Pilot app⁶

$30 / Month⁷

Pricing starts at $30/month. Roaming fees apply.

LTE Worldwide

Automatic Database Updates:
Automatic database updates via LTE or Wi-Fi worldwide^4,5

Remote Aircraft Status:
Remote aircraft status via D2 Mach 1 Smartwatch and the Garmin Pilot app⁶

$45 / Month

Pricing starts at $45/month.

Wi-Fi Only

Automatic Database Updates:
Automatic database updates via Wi-Fi worldwide⁵

$10 / Month

Pricing starts at $10/month.

Aircraft Maintenance Reports - LTE and Wi-Fi

Transmit Reports:
Transmit aircraft maintenance (CMC) reports via LTE or Wi-Fi worldwide⁴

$50 / Month

Pricing starts at $50/month.

Aircraft Maintenance Reports - Wi-Fi Only

Transmit Reports:
Transmit aircraft maintenance (CMC) reports via Wi-Fi worldwide

$10 / Month

Pricing starts at $10/month.

GDL 59 Datalink - Aircraft Maintenance Reporting

The GDL 59 datalink helps maintenance crews coordinate their efforts by collecting and transmitting flight logs and engine monitoring data. Upon completion of a flight, the systems recorded data can be uploaded via Wi-Fi for storage and analysis.

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Aircraft Maintenance Reports - Wi-Fi Transmission

Transmit Aircraft Maintenance Reports With a Wi-Fi Internet Connection

Wi-Fi Reports:
FREE

Prices listed are in U.S. Dollars.

¹ Activation fees apply. Monthly subscription charges are applicable to each GSR 56 transceiver, and are invoiced one month in advance. See Full Pricing Details.
² Requires 1-year contract. Early cancellation fees apply. See Terms and Conditions and Service Terms for additional details and early cancellation fees.
³ Special offer available to new subscribers only. See Terms and Conditions and Service Terms for additional details.
⁴ Coverage is provided by an unaffiliated carrier. Actual coverage will vary based on environmental and other factors, is not guaranteed and is subject to change without notice.
⁵ Compatible database subscription required. Sold separately.
⁶ Compatible Garmin Pilot App subscription required. Sold separately.
⁷ A monthly roaming fee of $20 will apply if traveling outside of USA/Canada/Mexico.

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