SECTION 7 ADDITIONAL FEATURES
7.1 OVERVIEW
Additional features of the GI 275 Multi-Function Instrument (MFI) include the following:
• SafeTaxi
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• Radar Altimeter (Optional)
• Flight Data Logging
SafeTaxi
diagrams provide detailed taxiway, runway, and ramp information at more than
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1,000 airports in the United States.
The optional Radar Altimeter feature on the MFI displays the height above terrain in real-
time, directly below the aircraft by using compatible hardware.
The Flight Data Logging feature automatically connects and stores critical flight and engine
data to Garmin Pilot through Connext or to a USB device through Garmin's proprietary GSB
15. Approximately 1,000 flight hours can be recorded for each 1GB of available space.
The optional D2
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network. This connection establishes a real-time data transfer of flight information from the
aircraft to the D2
Pilot Watch.
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The optional Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT
of the terrain and traffic immediately in front of the aircraft on the 'ADI' Page.
7.2 SAFETAXI
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WARNING: Do not use SafeTaxi
guidance during ground operations. SafeTaxi
information regarding the current active runway, condition, or complete information
about the position of hold lines.
NOTE: With the availability of SafeTaxi
of charts on board the aircraft.
SafeTaxi
is an enhanced feature that provides greater map detail when viewing airports at
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close range on the 'HSI Map' or 'Map' Page. Map options are configurable. When SafeTaxi
is enabled, the map reveals taxiways with identifying letters/numbers, airport Hot Spots, and
airport landmarks including ramps, buildings, control towers, and other prominent features.
SafeTaxi
features default to being viewed at or less than 1 nm and can be configured out to 5
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nm. Resolution is greater at lower map ranges. When the aircraft' s current position is within
the SafeTaxi
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view, the airplane symbol on the airport provides enhanced position awareness.
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Pilot Watch can connect to the MFI using a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Garmin GI 275 Pilot's Guide
• D2
Pilot Watch Connectivity (Optional)
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• Synthetic Vision Technology (Optional)
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) depicts a forward-looking attitude display
information as the primary method of flight
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does not have NOTAM or ATIS
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, it is still advisable to carry another source
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