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Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) introduced four new integrations with flyGarmin.com, expanding automatic flight log sharing for aircraft owners. Services including Pilotbase, TBX, PLANELOGIX, and AircraftMX now connect to compatible Garmin avionics, allowing pilots to receive customized reports on engine health, maintenance updates, and flight analysis. These integrations operate alongside a PlaneSync subscription, leveraging data collected by Garmin avionics during each flight. The system captures details such as GPS track, engine data, and CO levels, which are automatically uploaded to flyGarmin.com via GDL 60 datalink or Flight Stream 510 wireless gateway.

Aircraft owners can access their flight logs on flyGarmin.com, where they can review flights and playback data. The new integrations enable opt-in sharing of flight logs with multiple service providers for analysis, maintenance, and scheduling. Pilotbase Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) converts flight logs into interactive 3D insights, while TBX offers a maintenance platform for compliance management and technician connections. PLANELOGIX digitizes aircraft logbooks, and Aircraft MX transforms logbooks into searchable digital records for streamlined maintenance and scheduling.

All data analysis integrations are managed through flyGarmin.com, where aircraft owners can enable sharing for current and future flight logs. Access to future logs can be adjusted at any time, and flight logs are available today for owners using compatible Garmin avionics. Additional details are provided at Garmin.com/FlightLogs. Active PlaneSync and database subscriptions are required for automatic updates and flight log uploading.

Garmin International Inc., a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), develops aviation solutions for general, business, and commercial aviation. The company has previously received the Robert J. Collier Trophy for Garmin Autoland, the first certified autonomous emergency landing system. Garmin’s products and services are used globally by pilots and aircraft operators.