Garmin GNC® 215 — NAV/COMM Radio for Helicopters - 010-02481-02
The Garmin GNC® 215 is a slimline NAV/COMM radio for helicopters that brings modern VHF navigation and communication capability to the panel. Its full-color LCD, frequency lookup functions and 1.35” bezel height make it a practical option when panel space and efficient radio management matter.
Streamlined NAV Tuning
Reduce manual frequency entry with built-in worldwide navaid lookup that places a selected frequency in standby. Standby VOR monitoring displays the received radial, and a dedicated button quickly transfers NAV frequencies.
Efficient COMM Management
Access airport frequencies by identifier, monitor a standby COMM channel while remaining on the active channel, and recall frequently or recently used frequencies. Holding the volume knob selects 121.5 emergency frequency.
Space-Conscious Panel Fit
Save valuable panel space with the slim 1.35” bezel height for tighter installations. The high-resolution color display offers pilot-selectable brightness, while familiar Garmin controls include concentric knobs, 5 back-lit keys and a dedicated volume/power knob.
VHF Navigation Capability
The GNC® 215 provides VOR/ILS navigation with localizer and glideslope capability. Pilots can enter an OBS setting to view a supplemental CDI display for VOR or localizer guidance. When installed with a compatible GPS source such as Garmin GTN™ or GNS™ navigator series avionics, it can also display distance to a VOR navaid.
Communication And Identification
Its 2,280-channel capable VHF COMM radio provides standard 10 watts of transmit power, with optional 16 watts available with enablement. Pilot-selectable 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz channel spacing and automatic or manual squelch support radio configuration needs. Automatic station ID decodes Morse code for visual station identification, while pairing with a compatible GPS source enables frequency ID for tuned services such as tower, ATIS and center.
Panel Integration And Connectivity
The GNC® 215 interfaces with most CDI, HSI and autopilot systems as well as Garmin primary flight displays. Bluetooth 5.0 supports A2DP and AVRCP music profiles plus HFP phone capability, with storage for up to 8 paired devices and one connected device at a time. Firmware updates are free and field loadable by micro-SD card.
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MEET YOUR NAV/COMM NEEDS — AND MORE
Upgrade your NAV/COMM radio with the modern, cost-effective slimline GNC 215 radio, and add advanced navigation and communication capabilities to your panel.
SLIM 1.35” BEZEL HEIGHT
Replace similar-sized legacy radios, and save valuable panel space in tighter installations.
FULL-COLOR LCD DISPLAY
Enjoy a large high-resolution display with pilot-selectable brightness controls.
INTUITIVE USER INTERFACE
Interact with familiar controls found on other Garmin avionics, including concentric knobs, 5 back-lit keys and a dedicated volume/power knob.
VHF NAVIGATION
Get full VHF navigation capabilities, including VOR/ILS with localizer and glideslope.
NAVAID LOOKUP
Enter a navaid, and the GNC 215 radio will find the frequency from its built-in worldwide database then add it to the standby position.
AUTOMATIC STATION ID
Automatically decode a station’s Morse code to provide positive visual identification
STANDBY NAV MONITORING
Monitor standby VOR frequency, and display the received radial. Quickly flip-flop active and standby NAV frequencies via a dedicated button.
CDI DISPLAY
Enter an OBS setting, and view a supplemental CDI display for the VOR or localizer. Plus, view distance to a VOR navaid when installed with your compatible GPS source, such as our GTN™ or GNS™ navigator series avionics.
INTEGRATE YOUR PANEL
GNC 215 interfaces with most CDI, HSI and autopilot systems as well as Garmin primary flight displays.
VHF COMM TRANSCEIVER
The 2,280-channel capable VHF COMM radio offers standard 10 watts (or optional 16 watts with enablement) of transmit power plus pilot-selectable 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz channel spacing and automatic or manual squelch. Swap your active and standby frequencies with a single touch of a button.
FIND A FREQUENCY
Enter an airport identifier, and let the GNC 215 radio look up frequencies for that location (tower, ground, ATIS, clearance delivery, etc.) from its worldwide database. Then send the selected frequency to the standby position.
FREQUENCY ID
Pair with your compatible GPS source to enable frequency ID and show your tuned frequency’s identifier and type, including tower, ATIS, center and more. So you always know who you’re talking to.
STANDBY COMM MONITORING
Listen to a standby frequency, such as ATIS, without leaving your active channel.
INSTANT RECALL
With frequency memory and recall, you can quickly tune your most frequently or recently used frequencies. Plus, holding down the volume knob will dial up the 121.5 emergency frequency.
BUILT-IN TIMER
Use the built-in timer to assist with approaches, holds and other assigned maneuvers — with the option to count up or count down.
NVG COMPATIBLE
For demanding night missions, GNC 215 is available with an optional NVIS enablement.
REMOTE TUNING
Pair the GNC 215 radio with your AXISTM Flight display, or G3X Touch™ flight display, and remotely tune your radio via your flight display touchscreen.
Radio Type
GNC 215 NAV/COMM units include a VHF NAV radio in addition to a COMM radio.
Specifications, Compatibility & Documentation
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