Garmin G3000 PRIME Debuts in Pilatus PC-12 PRO Aircraft

Garmin G3000 PRIME unveiled as integrated flight deck for
the new Pilatus PC-12 PRO aircraft
Announcement marks first certified aircraft with G3000 PRIME
OLATHE, Kan./March 17, 2025/PR Newswire – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced its industry-
leading G3000® PRIME integrated flight deck has been selected by Pilatus for its new PC-12 PRO
aircraft. With a modern user interface design and advanced connectivity, G3000 PRIME leverages
cutting-edge technologies that can enhance safety potential and efficiency while minimizing pilot
workload in every phase of flight.
“We are honored to be able to bring this extraordinary flight deck to the popular PC-12 aircraft. G3000
PRIME will significantly modernize the cockpit experience in the PC-12 PRO, and we are confident
Pilatus customers will enjoy the state-of-the-art system with all of the safety tool features it includes.”
–Carl Wolf, Garmin Vice President of Aviation Sales, Marketing, Programs & Support
“We have greatly enjoyed collaborating with Garmin to bring the G3000 PRIME flight deck to the new
PC-12 PRO. This trusted relationship has developed an incredible airplane and cockpit that will set a
new standard in business aviation.”
–Markus Bucher, CEO of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
Stunning edge-to-edge glass flight displays
G3000 PRIME in the PC-12 PRO features expansive 14-inch touchscreen primary display units (PDU)
with edge-to-edge, sunlight-readable, fingerprint-resistant glass, redefining expectations in cockpit
aesthetics and functionality. The vibrant displays include multiple performance enhancements such as
quadruple the memory and gigabit system connectivity that is up to 100 times faster. New, faster multi-
core processors more than double the processing power – leveraging Garmin’s experience certifying
multi-core technology for civil and military aviation markets as early as 2017. Additionally, higher
display refresh rates provide crisp, smooth animations and an impressively responsive and fluid
experience.
Complementary secondary display units (SDU) provide data entry and system control, with the added
capability to display multi-function applications. The high-resolution, 7-inch SDUs boast a 40% increase
in screen area over prior Garmin touch controllers.
G3000 PRIME’s new advanced multi-touch touchscreen interface, capable of recognizing up to 10
touchscreen inputs at once, allows both pilot and copilot to interact with the same display
simultaneously. The enhanced multi-touch technology also enables on-screen hand stabilization,
allowing pilots to give precise touchscreen inputs while simultaneously resting their fingers on the
display. In addition to touch inputs, pilots may opt to use the cursor control device (CCD) for physical
control of commonly used functions, adapting to the Pilatus-designed user interface and further
demonstrating PRIME’s flexibility.
Modern & intuitive new user interface
G3000 PRIME boasts a modern, yet familiar Garmin user interface, blending a sleek design with a
contemporary look and feel. Enhanced fonts and iconography ensure clarity and familiarity, while
smartly organized and shallow application menus provide quick access to critical functions.
Primary Flight Windows (PFW) and Multi-Function Windows (MFW) maximize situational awareness for
PC-12 PRO operators with full-screen or split-screen options. New quick access bars allow pilots to
open common apps such as maps, traffic, weather and charts with one touch. While viewing maps,
pilots can touch anywhere to open a radial menu with options for accessing additional airport, weather,
or airspace information, or quickly adjusting a flight plan via graphical editing. Interactive engine and
electrical indications allow pilots to quickly access systems controls and information such as cabin
environmental controls, synoptics and more.
To further ease information management, the Window Manager feature allows pilots to configure app
display, window sizing, and more across the entire flight deck from one SDU. The Window Manager
also provides multiple preset options that can configure all displays with one command, eliminating the
need for operators to manually configure each window for various phases of flight.
Advanced flight tools
G3000 PRIME encompasses enhanced flight management system (FMS) tools like the Modified Flight
Plan, which allows pilots to use both the PDU and SDUs to provide a side-by-side graphical preview of
flight plan changes, including performance calculation comparisons or what-if scenarios. During
initialization, pilots can also elect to set up an Emergency Return1 function, which simplifies pilot
responses to in-flight emergencies shortly after takeoff.
Advanced automation with smart checklists are linked to crew alerting system (CAS) messages. When
pilots receive a CAS message that is associated with a checklist, pilots may simply tap the message to
open the appropriate checklist with a single touch. The checklists can also now sense indications and
show within the checklist that the item is in the correct position, value or configuration – or provide pilots
the option to quickly view detailed synoptics.
Unmatched safety-enhancing innovations
G3000 PRIME features a wide array of industry-leading advanced technologies available only from
Garmin, including Autonomí, Garmin’s family of autonomous safety-enhancing technologies. Collier
Trophy recipient, Garmin Autoland1, can take complete control of the flight to land the aircraft in an
emergency situation if the pilot is unable to do so2. Additional safety-enhancing tools such as Electronic
Stability Protection (ESP™), Emergency Descent Mode (EDM) and Garmin Autothrottle further ensure
confidence in every flight.
Seamless connectivity and integration
PC-12 PRO pilots can stay fully connected while flying behind G3000 PRIME using a variety of
supported connectivity options such as Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth®, SiriusXM, Connext Satellite Services
and more. Garmin’s PlaneSync™ connected aircraft management system automatically updates
databases2 and logs flight and engine data. Automated cockpit functions such as flight plan uploads
over PlaneSync ensure pilots have access to real-time data, enhancing their operational efficiency and
decision-making. G3000 PRIME also supports Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC),
including the FAA Data Comm, for faster departure clearance (DCL) — as well as enroute exchange of
data link messages with air route traffic control centers.
G3000 PRIME in the PC-12 PRO has received initial type certification and deliveries are expected to
begin in Q3 2025.