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can communicate with ATC by following instructions
on the multi-function display.
At any time, a pilot can easily deactivate Autoland with
a single press of the AP autopilot key on the autopilot
mode controller or the autopilot disconnect button on the
yokes. The flight display shows a message that confirms
Autoland has been deactivated and in the event of an
accidental deactivation, the system shows passengers
how to reactivate Autoland if needed.
During an Autoland activation, the Garmin Autothrottle
system automatically manages aircraft speed and engine
power so the aircraft can climb, descend or maintain
altitude as needed. If temperatures are conducive to
ice accumulation, Autoland activates anti-ice and
deice systems for the engines and control surfaces. On
approach to landing, the system initiates a controlled
descent to the airport. If the aircraft needs additional
time to descend or slow down during the approach, the
Autoland system initiates a standard holding procedure.
Once Autoland configures the landing gear and flaps, the
aircraft begins its descent to the runway and lands. On
the runway, automatic braking is applied while tracking
the runway centerline to bring the aircraft to a complete
stop. Engine shutdown is also automated so occupants
can safely exit the aircraft.
New G1000 NXi features
With the latest G1000 NXi upgrades, King Air owners
can take advantage of additional features.
Synthetic Vision Technology has been upgraded to
include a 3D exocentric view of the SafeTaxi airport
environment to aid situational awareness while taxiing.
SVT also displays 3D building footprints, including
hangars, terminals and towers, taxiways, aprons, signs
and other markings to help reduce runway incursions by
providing guidance while taxiing at airports contained in
the SafeTaxi database. These SVT updates also increase
topographical clarity, sharpened water and terrain
boundaries, improved obstacle and powerlines display,
enhanced runway and airport sign depiction and more.
Adding on to Garmin’s electronic stability and
protection technology, one engine inoperative ESP assists
the pilot in maintaining control in the event of a single
engine failure. ESP pitch and roll limits will adjust
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