With its 3D Vision navigation technology, advanced electronic flight bag capabilities and XM capabilities, the touchscreen aera 796 ushers in the next era of aviation portables.

See in Virtual 3-D

Revolutionary new 3D Vision technology shows a virtual 3-D behind-the-aircraft perspective of surrounding terrain derived from GPS and the onboard terrain database — a feature previously only available in our panel-mount avionics. Simply slide your finger across the touchscreen to rotate the view and show land and water features, obstacles, runways and airport signposts in relative proximity to the aircraft. Using its forward-looking terrain avoidance capability, aera 796 predicts in advance where towers or obstacles may exist and shades the landscape with amber or red overlays to indicate those areas. 3D Vision and other flight data are presented smoothly and continuously thanks to the device’s internal GPS that provides position updates at a rate of 5 times per second (5 Hz).

Its bright 7" diagonal high-definition sunlight-readable display makes detailed mapping easy to see in any lighting conditions and works in both portrait and landscape mode. The physical design has been optimized to fit on the yoke or for use as a knee-mounted device. There are only 4 touch keys on the bezel representing "Back," "Menu," "Direct-to" and "Nearest" for quick navigation. Access all other functions through Intuitive onscreen icons with labels. This unique touchscreen interface even allows you to quickly pan across the map screen and pinch to zoom.

Go Paperless

aera 796 fulfills the role of either a Class I or Class II electronic flight bag, greatly reducing the need to rely on paper charts in the cockpit. Initial georeferenced VFR sectional and IRF enroute charts come preloaded that show your aircraft’s position overlaid directly on the relevant chart. When in IFR map mode, the 796 can display victor airways, jet routes, minimum enroute altitudes and leg distance, much like what’s found on traditional enroute charts. Initial georeferenced Garmin FliteCharts provide approach charts and airport diagrams for the U.S., while pilots who prefer Jeppesen charts and diagrams can use optional Garmin ChartView service, which utilizes Jeppesen’s extensive library to provide global georeferenced charting capabilities. aera 796 also includes a robust document viewer, so you can easily pull up weights and balances, flight manuals, raster charts or a wide range of electronically formatted materials you download to the device. A “scratch pad” feature also allows you to quickly jot down clearances and other pertinent notes while in route, while a checklist viewer allows you to create customized and interactive electronic checklists.

Enhance Situational Awareness

aera 796’s built-in terrain and obstacle database not only shows contours in 3D Vision mode, but also allows for a top-down view of your entire route. To help you navigate around unfamiliar airports, SafeTaxi® provides detailed taxiway diagrams and position information for many U.S. or European airports, while a private airport and heliport database greatly expands your emergency “nearest” options. FBO, ground transportation, lodging and other facility information for most U.S. airports are also available through preloaded AOPA Airport Directory Data; international pilots may choose to opt for global 
AC-U-KWIK airport directory data instead.

Access Weather and Radio

A GXM 40 smart antenna is included with aera 796, giving you access to high-resolution weather and audio entertainment right in the cockpit (XM subscription required). XM WX Satellite Weather includes next generation radar (NEXRAD), aviation routine weather reports (METARs), terminal aerodrome forecasts (TAFs), temporary flight restrictions (TFRs), lightning, winds aloft and more for the U.S. and Canada. In addition, the 796 can receive PIREPs, turbulence forecasts, icing forecasts and more. The weather data can be laid directly over the navigation and topographic map databases. Plus, with more than 170 channels of digital music, news and programming through your aircraft headset or cabin audio system, you’ll stay informed and entertained.

Expand Your Portable

Thanks to its 2 serial ports, aera 796 allows for simultaneous connectivity with other hardware. With an optional GTX 330 Mode S Transponder Interface, access Traffic Information Service (TIS) alerts, where available, right on the device while also sending frequencies to an SL30/40 radio or relaying position reports to other devices.

By adding optional City Navigator maps, both helicopter and fixed-wing pilots add street addresses as waypoints or direct-to destinations. The device includes an SD™ card slot for easy updates and expansions; easily keep track of the databases on your aera through flyGarmin.

Physical and Performance:
Unit dimensions, WxHxD:	5.1"W x 8.0"H x 1.5"D (13.0 x 20.3 x 3.8 cm)
Display size, WxH:	3.6"W x 6.0"H (9.1 x 15.2 cm); 7.0" diag (17.78 cm)
Display resolution, WxH:	480 x 800 pixels
Display type:	dual-oriented, bright, color WVGA TFT with adjustable backlighting and selectable screen orientation
Weight:	26.4 ounces (748 g) with battery pack; 18.3 ounces (519 g) without battery pack; 12.7 ounces (361 g) RAM mount
Battery:	rechargeable, replaceable Lithium-ion
Battery life:	up to 3 hours with full backlight and GXM 40 connected (8 hours with 50% backlighting and XM connected)
Waterproof:	no
Voltage range:	11-40
SBAS/WAAS receiver:	high-sensitivity with WAAS position accuracy
IFR or VFR:	VFR
Maps, Databases and Memory:
Basemap:	yes
Navigation database (includes Jeppesen® data):	yes
Types of Jeppesen data:	full and ARTCC, FSS frequencies and final approach waypoints
Navigation database coverage areas:	Americas
Preloaded Terrain database:	yes
Preloaded Obstacle database:	yes (U.S. and Europe only)
Preloaded SafeTaxi™ airport diagrams:	yes (U.S. only)
Preloaded AOPA Airport Directory:	yes (U.S. only)
Preloaded Garmin FliteCharts®:	yes (U.S. only)
Preloaded low & high altitude enroute airways:	yes
Preloaded private airports:	yes (U.S. only)
Preloaded street maps:	no
Ability to add maps:	yes
Accepts data cards:	yes (SD cards)
Built-in memory:	internal solid state
Waypoints/favorites/locations:	3,000
Routes:	50
Features and Benefits:
Moving map:	yes
Patented panel page:	yes
HSI (GPS-based):	yes
IFR map mode:	yes
Traffic Information Services (TIS) alerts compatible:	yes
Audible terrain alerts:	yes
Terrain resolution:	standard
Smart Airspace Feature (generates and displays altitude-sensitive alerts):	yes
Automatic logbook:	yes
Separate serial and USB interfaces:	yes
Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."):	no
Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft."):	no
Lane assist (guides to proper lane for navigation):	no
3-D map view:	no
Bluetooth® wireless technology:	no
Speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe):	no
Traffic compatible (routes around traffic with a receiver and subscription):	no
Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest):	no
XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. & Canada compatible:	yes

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