Say hello to the Garmin aera series: Easy-to-use pilot/motorist GPS solutions from the leader in both Aviation and Automotive portable navigation. Featuring crisp 4.3-inch QVGA wide-format displays with touchscreen interface, all four aera models come with preloaded automotive maps, a built-in terrain/obstacles aviation database, patented Panel Page instrument display, and more. So, you can go from runways to roadways with the best in moving-map guidance to match your needs and budget.

Go Top-of-the-Line with aera 560
The most feature-rich navigator in Garmin's aera lineup, the 560 model combines a more advanced list of automotive and piloting capabilities with higher-resolution 9 arc-second terrain/obstacle graphics that yield over 11 times more onscreen resolution than the standard 30 arc-second versions. As in all the aera models, GPS updating is provided at a super- fast 5 Hz rate. And you also get full support for the latest in XM WX(TM) satellite weather capabilities. With coverage for the U.S. and Canada, the XM service lets you reference detailed NEXRAD imaging and METARs data, as well as current reports on precipitation, lightning, winds aloft, airport terminal forecasts, and more. Weather graphics can be overlaid on your aera's moving-map display. And for added entertainment value, your XM receiver can also be used to access over 170 channels of digital audio entertainment (XM subscription required). The GXM 40 smart antenna is included with your aera 560. And a single integrated cabling solution for power, music and datalink weather options makes for easy, clutter-free aera connectivity in your cockpit.

Think "mini-MFD" with Preloaded Mapping
In addition to the XM satellite access, your aera 560 comes fully preloaded with detailed flight mapping, terrain/obstacles alerting, U.S. SafeTaxi(R) charts, and AOPA Airport Directory data. So, you'll have a wealth of information resources at your fingertips to help you make better flying decisions. A full year of prepaid aviation database updates is included with your aera 560 purchase. And to further enhance situational awareness, the aera 560's graphical Terrain page offers both overhead and vertical profile views of the topography under your flight path. There's also an IFR map mode that lets you display and navigate on high or low enroute airways - while using your touchscreen map cursor to reference MEAs (Minimum Enroute Altitudes) and distances between intersections. Plus, to help with traffic surveillance, an optional power/data cable (sold separately) makes it easy to interface your aera with the Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder in your aircraft, thus enabling you to access and display TIS traffic alerts in busy terminal airspace. As an added convenience, you can also use the aera to load communication frequencies into your Garmin SL 40 Comm or SL 30 Nav/Comm transceiver.

Garmin aera 560 Aviation Features:

• Easy-to-use touchscreen interface
• Bright 4.3" diagonal, color touchscreen display; 480 x 272 pixels; WQVGA TFT display with white backlight
• Lithium-ion battery: lasts up to five hours, depending on usage and settings
• XM weather and audio capability
• Flight Plans: 50 with up to 300 points each
• Flight log: At least 30 most recent flights
• Auto time zone - aera will automatically adjust your time zone while navigating
• High-sensitivity GPS receiver with WAAS position accuracy for improved performance and reception
• Simplified PC connectivity, using USB for easy data base updates

It's Loaded for the Road as Well
The segue from pilot to motorist is seamless when you go with the aera 560: Its "dual boot" design, supported by preloaded City Navigator(R) NT street mapping, converts to "road mode" in a virtual heartbeat. Operating much like Garmin's popular nuvi(R) line of touchscreen auto navigators, the aera 560 offers voice-guided turn-by-turn directions with text-to-speech audio technology that calls out streets by name. In addition, there's built-in Bluetooth(R) support for wireless hands-free calling with your compatible mobile phone. Other premium features available on the aera 560 include lane assist with junction view, speed limit notification, Navteq traffic alerts, and more². Plus, you can still enjoy XM Radio and monitor XM WX satellite weather while operating in auto mode. And to speed your transition from aircraft to automotive mode, there's also a unique "smart mount" for the aera that helps get you on your way with instant clip-and-go navigation.

Garmin aera 560 Automotive Features:

• Preloaded street maps of North America
• Turn-by-turn directions with voice guidance - "Turn right on Main Street"
• Bluetooth wireless technology - enabling hands-free calling
• Micro-SD(TM) card slot for optional mapping and data storage
• Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more
• Lane Assist - provides information regarding the lane that you need to be in while navigating
• Junction View - a realistic image of some major junctions
• Built-in travel kit includes features such as picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters and calculator
• Garmin Connect(TM) Photos - associate your favorite images with saved locations and visit Garmin Connect
• Popular optional accessories include: NAVTEQ traffic updates via GTM 20 and motorcycle mounting options

Garmin aera series: It's the ultimate fly/drive option.

What's in the Box:

• aera 560
• GXM 40 smart antenna
• One Year of prepaid database updates
• Yoke mount with power cable
• Battery pack
• Auto suction cup mount
• USB cable
• Vehicle power cable
• Carry case
• Dashboard disk
• Pilots guide
   

Unit dimensions - 5.3"W x 3.3"H x 0.9"D
Weight - 9.5 oz (270g)
Rugged and waterproof (IPX-7)
Interface with SL30 and SL40 for frequency tuning
GTX 330 interface capability for TIS traffic

Garmin aera Comparison

	aera 500	aera 510	aera 550	aera 560
5 HZ GPS update rate for near-real-time updates of panel page
Patented aviation panel page
Terrain and obstacle data
Private Airport data
XM WX capable and GXM(TM) 40 antenna included (XM WX subscription required)
Standard 30 arc second terrain/obstacle data
High resolution 9 arc second terrain/obstacle data for a more vivid depiction of proximity hazards (over 11 times more onscreen resolution than the standard 30 arc-second)
SafeTaxi(R) with over 950 US airports
AOPA Airport Directory
One year complimentary aviation database updates (obstacles, terrain, SafeTaxi, NavData and AOPA Airport Directory)
Preloaded auto maps with voice prompted directions that speak street names, "turn right on main street"
Bluetooth capability in automotive mode
Ruggedized and waterproof (IEC 529 IPX-7 standards)
Enhanced auto features (lane assist, junction view, and speed limit notification)
NAVTEQ automotive traffic compatible (requires purchase of accessory cigarette lighter adapter with integrated FM traffic receiver)

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Other Helpful Documents:

• Garmin aera Quick Reference Guide
• Garmin aera Pilots Guide

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Customer Reviews For Garmin aera 560 Portable Aviation GPS (Americas): Write a review

Monday, February 15, 2010 by Kayak Jack from MI USA  Pros: Many, many features. Cons: Yoke mount adapter is clumsy. May need several to cover all types of aircraft. Review: I've had opportunity to use it in my plane only once so far, and liked it. It operates much like other Garmin GPS units. I have not subscribed to the weather service yet, so cannot comment on that. In the car, it works even nicer than my Garmin Street Pilot, which I like a lot. Monday, January 25, 2010 Love the touch interface but a little new (rough around the edges) by Frank from Walled Lake MI USA  Pros: Smaller, lighter, touch screen Cons: Touch screen sometimes takes 2 presses Review: The touch screen makes programming and using the unit a lot easier than the 496. However, there's a learning curve... in flight is not the best time to be looking for something you can't find. There are also some bugs that hopefully new software downloads will fix, but overall it's a major re-write and a welcome step into the touch screen world. Touch screen sometimes requires 2 taps to register your finger. Sunday, January 17, 2010 Battery does not last more than 15 minutes by Suzanne from Snowmass CO USA  Pros: Potential of the unit is great Cons: Nexrad weather seems to be intermittant Review: Great unit, but my battery charge only lasts 15 minutes!! Sunday, November 29, 2009 Some missing utility when compared to the 396/496 by Rick from FL  Pros: Touch Screen is great interface! Cons: Screen not as clear, and missing critical function from 396/496 Review: Here are a few things I've found missing from the previous generation units. The new touch screen is GREAT.. BUT... 1. CRITICAL SERIOUS OMISSION: You cant see if an Airport has approaches available and which ones, like the 396/496 by reviewing the waypoint/airport info. This is a real loss of function for the traveling pilot who is facing unexpected weather and is looking for options to land. 2. HIGH PRIORITY: Missing runway numbers on the runway extension lines. The 496 had this. 3. MED PRIORITY: On the Flight Plan List page. Why are the tabs not customizable and or scrollable? If they are fixed, it seems that Enroute Safe Altitude is not the best choice. Don't most pilots want to know Dist, Time (for currently selected Aircraft) and Est Fuel as the main items about a flightplan without having to review or activate the Flight Plan? These are the first critical items I always want to review. 4. MED PRIORITY: On the Flight Plan List Page, or even the Flight Plan Review Page. What happened to the 396/496 ability to view map? Getting a sense visually of the route is quite helpful. 5. MED PRIORITY: On the Fuel Timer I fly Cessna. And on the 396/496 I could set a timer for 3 hours 30 minutes to remind me to recheck my fuel burn and ETE etc. I used this as a fuel level needs escalated attention now. Why does the aera limit me to 60 minutes? This is good for a low wing switch, but not useful for aircraft with cross-fed tanks. All this should be fixable with a Software Upgrade, but I wonder why it's missing in the first place.

 

 

Previous Customer Questions For Garmin aera 560 Portable Aviation GPS (Americas): Ask Your Own Question

On Sunday, November 08, 2009 a customer asked: Q: what do the XM (wx and radio)and aviation data base subscriptions cost/renew? A: XM has three weather packages to choose from.  The Aviator LT is $29.99, the Aviator is $49.99, and the Aviator Pro is $99.99/month (prices subject to change - check with XM for current prices).  There is also a one-time $75.00 activation fee.  You can view all three packages at http://www.xmwxweather.com/aviation/data-service-pricing.html