DA20-C1 Flight Manual
Supplement 13
Doc # DA202-C1 April 06, 2010 Page S13 - 13
4. NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
Detailed operating procedures are described in the Garmin G500 Cockpit Reference Guide,
Document No. 190-01102-03, Rev B or later appropriate revision and in the Garmin G500 Pilot’s
Guide, Document No. 190-01102-02, Rev B, dated June 2009 or later appropriate revision.
4.1 Database Cards
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE THE GARMIN G500 SYSTEM USING THE
OUT-OF-DATE DATABASE. OUT-OF-DATE DATABASE CAN
CAUSE A FLIGHT SAFETY HAZARD.
NOTE
The G500 utilizes several databases. Database titles display in
yellow if expired or in question. The G500 receives the calendar
data from the GPS, but only after acquiring a position fix.
Database cycle information is displayed at power up on the MFD
display, but more detailed information is available on the AUX
pages. Internal database prevents incorrect data being displayed.
The upper Secure Digital (SD) data card slot is typically vacant as it is used for software
maintenance and navigational database updates. The lower data card slot should
contain a data card with the system’s terrain/obstacle information and optional data
including Safe Taxi, FliteCharts and ChartView electronic charts.
The terrain databases are updated periodically and have no expiration date. Coverage
of the terrain database is between North 75º latitude and South 60º latitude in all
longitudes. Coverage of the airport terrain database is worldwide.
The obstacle database contains data for obstacles, such as towers, that pose a potential
hazard to aircraft. Obstacles, 200 feet and higher, are included in the obstacle
database. It is very important to note that not all obstacles are necessarily charted and
therefore may not be contained in the obstacle database. Coverage of the obstacle
database includes the United States and Europe. This database is updated on a 56-day
cycle.
The Garmin SafeTaxi database contains detailed airport diagrams for selected airports.
These diagrams aid in following ground control instructions by accurately displaying the
aircraft position on the map in relation to taxiways, ramps, runways, terminals, and
services. This database is updated on a 56-day cycle.
The Garmin FliteCharts database contains procedure charts for the coverage area
purchased. This database is updated on a 28-day cycle. If not updated within 180 days
of the expiration date, FliteCharts will no longer function.
Revision 25 DOT Approved
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