Which Garmin Retrofit: G500 or G600?

When Garmin’s capable G600 retrofit PFD system came to market somewhere around 2008, it wasn’t the brisk seller many shops hoped for. Its sticker price closing in on $30,000 was part of the problem.

Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 12:00 AM

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When Garmin’s capable G600 retrofit PFD system came to market somewhere around 2008, it wasn’t the brisk seller many shops hoped for. Its sticker price closing in on $30,000 was part of the problem.

Larry Anglisano

Editor in Chief Larry Anglisano has been a staple at Aviation Consumer since 1995. An active land, sea and glider pilot, Larry has over 30 years’ experience as an avionics repairman and flight test pilot. He’s the editorial director overseeing sister publications Aviation Safety magazine, IFR magazine and is a regular contributor to KITPLANES magazine with his Avionics Bootcamp column.

Which Garmin Retrofit: G500 or G600?

When Garmin’s capable G600 retrofit PFD system came to market somewhere around 2008, it wasn’t the brisk seller many shops hoped for. Its sticker price closing in on $30,000 was part of the problem.

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