Garmin G500H TXi Available for Select Models

Professional glass cockpit integration for Bell, Airbus, Robinson, and MD Helicopters.

In the high-stakes environment of rotorcraft operations, situational awareness is the difference between a successful mission and a safety event. At Skye Avionics, we specialize in the integration of the Garmin G500H TXi—a clean-sheet flight display system engineered for the rigors of Part 27 helicopters. By combining dual-core processing power with an intuitive touchscreen interface, the TXi series provides a scalable, future-proof cockpit solution that enhances pilot performance and reduces workload.

Approved by FAA, TC & EASA

At Skye Avionics, we ensure that every G500H TXi installation meets these rigorous global standards through precision engineering and meticulous wiring. Our team provides the certified expertise required to integrate this advanced technology seamlessly into your helicopter's existing systems.

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Available for

Bell

Approved Models:

206B
206L
206L-1
206L-3
206L-4
407
427

Airbus

Approved Models:

AS350B2
AS350B3
EC130B4
EC130T2
AS350B
AS350BA
EC120B

Robinson

Approved Models:

R44
R44 II

MD Helicopters

Approved Models:

369E
369F
369FF

G500H TXi - Elevate Your Mission with Advanced Glass Cockpit Technology

Touchscreen Flight Displays for Helicopters

Bright, crisp 10.6” and 7” LCD touchscreen displays offer a wide choice of affordable, space-saving glass cockpit solutions for helicopters
Optional Garmin HSVT™ 3-D synthetic vision helps you see your way clearly in dark nighttime VFR conditions, degraded visibility environments (DVE) or inadvertent IMC
Avoid obstacles with our optional Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System¹(HTAWS), featuring five-color display shading and audible voice callout alerts for enhanced terrain awareness
Interfaces with our GFC™ 600H flight control system and offers full touchscreen system continuity with our GTN™ 650/750¹ series navigators
Offers optional night vision goggle (NVG) compatibility and multiple inputs for tail cam, FLIR or other optional camera displays on MFD

In the high-pressure environment of helicopter operations, mission success depends on equipment that is as resilient as it is intuitive. The Garmin G500H TXi was engineered specifically for Part 27 aircraft to meet this need, providing a reliable and adaptable glass cockpit solution. At Skye Avionics, we leverage the TXi’s dual-core processing power and clean-sheet touchscreen interface to design panel layouts that are tailored to your specific utility or transport requirements. This system doesn't just modernize your current flight deck—it provides a scalable platform that evolves alongside your operational needs.

With broad STC coverage across a variety of popular airframes, Skye Avionics makes upgrading to the G500H TXi a seamless and predictable process. We work with you to select the ideal display configuration for your specific mission profile. Every installation we perform is backed by Garmin’s industry-leading two-year warranty, with optional FlightLevel Select extended coverage available for added long-term security. As an authorized Garmin installation center, we are here to manage your upgrade from initial panel design to final flight test.

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Flexible Configuration Options

No two helicopter panels are identical. That’s why we offer the G500H TXi in multiple form factors to suit your specific airframe. Choose from a massive 10.6-inch display for a comprehensive PFD/MFD suite, or select the 7-inch portrait and landscape options for tighter panels. Our installation team can customize display splits—such as 60/40 or 40/60—to prioritize the data you need most, whether it’s high-detail moving maps or primary flight instrumentation. For existing G500H users, we provide a cost-effective upgrade path that utilizes your current sensors, making the jump to TXi technology faster and more affordable.

Helicopter Specific Mission Readiness

Helicopter-specific Mission Readiness

Helicopters operate where airplanes can’t, and your avionics should reflect that. The G500H TXi features a specialized rotorcraft obstacle database including over 200,000 additional low-altitude hazards. We also integrate Garmin’s WireAware™ technology, which highlights over 700,000 miles of power lines to prevent wire-strike accidents during low-level ops. To support SAR and utility missions, our installations include options for NVG compatibility and multiple video inputs, allowing your MFD to function as a dedicated monitor for FLIR or tail-mounted cameras.

Virtual 3-D Visibility

When visibility drops due to ‘brown-out’ conditions, heavy rain, or inadvertent IMC, Garmin’s HSVT™ (Helicopter Synthetic Vision Technology) becomes an essential safety tool. This optional feature generates a real-time 3-D virtual landscape on your PFD. At Skye Avionics, we calibrate these systems to display terrain, obstacles, and traffic with life-like clarity, giving you a 'clear day' view of your surroundings even when you’re flying in the most challenging degraded visibility environments (DVE).

Forward-looking Terrain Awareness

Protect your aircraft with high-resolution HTAWS integration. By pairing the G500H TXi with your GTN or GNS navigator, we provide five-color terrain shading and clear audible voice alerts. We understand the nature of utility work, so we configure a pilot-selectable 'Reduced Protection' mode to minimize nuisance alerts during close-proximity operations. For maximum precision during landings and confined area work, we recommend adding a GRA 55 radar altimeter for dedicated AGL readouts right on your primary display.

HSI Mapping Adds Visual Focus

Keep your eyes on the primary display without losing the big picture. Our TXi configurations include HSI mapping, which overlays a geographical moving map directly within the HSI. This allows you to monitor NEXRAD weather, SafeTaxi® diagrams, and WireAware power lines without ever looking away from your flight instruments. We’ll show you how to use simple touch gestures to pan and zoom, keeping navigation effortless in busy airspace.

High-level Avionics Integration

The G500H TXi isn't just a screen; it’s a command center. At Skye Avionics, we ensure your new glass suite communicates perfectly with your existing gear. We specialize in interfacing the TXi with the GFC™ 600H flight control system for industry-leading stability. Our installations provide a seamless loop between your GTN navigators and the TXi displays, allowing for centralized control of your heading, course, and navigation sources with minimal finger movement.

Add Weather, Traffic and Other Options

Expand your capabilities with specialized sensor integration. We can outfit your helicopter with solid-state GWX™ 70H Doppler radar, TAS/TCAS traffic surveillance, or GTX™ 345 ADS-B transponders for subscription-free weather. If your mission takes you worldwide, we can integrate the GSR 56 Iridium® link for global weather data and satellite calling, all controlled through your touchscreen interface.

Connext® Cockpit Connectivity

Streamline your pre-flight and in-flight data management. By installing the Flight Stream 510 wireless gateway, we enable your G500H TXi to sync wirelessly with your iPad or mobile device. This allows for real-time flight plan transfers from ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot, as well as 'Database Concierge'—the easiest way to keep your aviation databases current without fumbling with SD cards.

Redundancy Adds Assurance

Reliability is built into every Skye Avionics install. The G500H TXi includes independent internal GPS receivers as a backup to your primary navigators. In multi-display setups, we configure 'Reversionary Mode' so that in the unlikely event of a PFD failure, all critical flight data and engine instruments automatically shift to the remaining display, ensuring you never lose sight of vital information.

It Remembers Your Likes and Preferences

Customization is key for flight departments and multi-pilot operations. Your TXi system allows for individual pilot profiles that save everything from map settings to backlighting preferences. These can be stored internally or carried between TXi-equipped aircraft via SD card. We’ll help you set up your custom profile during the hand-over process so your panel is always exactly how you want it the moment you power up.

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