[Upgrades and differences] Garmin G1000 upgraded version G1000 NXi

The Garmin G1000 was introduced in 2004 and has become one of the most popular Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS). In 2017, Garmin released the G1000 NXi, an upgrade to the popular G1000.

Today, we will explain the upgrades and differences of the G1000 NXi compared to the G1000.

G1000 NXi, It usually consists of two display units, one used as the primary flight display (PFD) and the other as a multi-function display (MFD). Of course, a third display unit separates the two display units on larger dual-pilot aircraft. The left and right displays act as the PFD, while the center display unit becomes the MFD. The LCD display provides better situational awareness by easily displaying important information.

G1000 NXi Product Features

1. Hardware enhancements: The G1000 NXi has been upgraded from a previous single-core processor to a dual-core processor;

2. The G1000 NXi also uses LED backlight technology: improve display brightness and clarity; improve readability of text and numbers on the screen; reduce power consumption; improve dimming performance;
3. Software updates: HSI mapping on the primary flight display; SurfaceWatch runway identification and warning technology; autopilot combined with a visual approach; target trending and terminal traffic;
4. Connectivity and integration: The G1000 NXi has Flight Stream 510 as an optional add-on for connectivity and integration.

G1000 NXi upgrades and differences compared to G1000

Key Points

▶ G1000 NXi has more integrated functions than G1000
▶ G1000 NXi external interface is little different from G1000, NXi internal hardware performance is more powerful
▶ Dual-core processor increases computing power
▶ LCD screen improves clarity and reduces power consumption
▶ Overlay display on the horizontal situation indicator (HSI) makes instrument scanning easier
▶ Upgrading G1000 NXi for eligible aircraft is worthwhile because it is future-proof
▶ The transition from G1000 to G1000 NXi is seamless, so mastering G1000 is useful

Back in 2003, the G1000 was released and quickly became the most popular integrated avionics system in the industry. Since then, more than 16,000 aircraft equipped with the G1000 have entered service. As Garmin products have been upgraded, the LRUs (Line Replaceable Units) currently used on the G1000 system have been discontinued. Once certain LRUs fail in the aircraft system, it will make it impossible to purchase new parts, delay flight missions, cause aircraft grounding, etc.

Now, through the Garmin dealer network, owners and operators with existing G1000 integrated avionics systems can easily purchase the required G1000 NXi hardware without downtime and panel disruption, because the displays maintain the same footprint and connectors, so no panel modifications are required. As part of the upgrade, the existing displays removed from the aircraft must be returned to Garmin. The basic hardware required for the aircraft to be upgraded to the G1000 NXi must include GIA 63W (WAAS). It is not possible to upgrade from GIA 63 (non-WAAS) to GIA 63W (WAAS). A G1000 NXi software add-on card is also required for easy upgrades.

Part numbers for FAA  Certified Aircraft 

Part Numbers for Aircraft with Foreign Validations

(STC SA01830WI)

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