(2012) Service Bulletin 1217: G1000 System Software Version 0985.06 for G1000-equipped Hawker Beechcraft King Air 200/300 Series

COMPLIANCE

Optional: Software Service Bulletin 1217 may be incorporated at the customer’s request.

PURPOSE

G1000 System Software Version 0985.06 contains the following changes:

• Software update for the GRS 77 AHRS to version 3.03 for all models. 
• Adds configuration option for the BLR winglet STC for the model 300 
• Adds more ARINC labels for the FDR option for model 300/B300 series 
• Adds optional GDC 7400 air data computer for model 200/B200 series 

This software update corrects the potential GRS 77 reset issue described in Garmin Service Advisory No. 1156. A revised AFMS is required which updates the limitation associated with the AHRS areas of operation. 

DESCRIPTION

Software Service Bulletin 1217 provides instructions to upgrade the G1000 System Software to Version 0985.06 for Garmin G1000-equipped Hawker Beechcraft King Air 200/300 series aircraft. 

PRODUCT AFFECTED

All G1000-equipped Hawker Beechcraft King Air 200 and 300 series aircraft equipped with G1000 System Software Versions 0985.01, 0985.02, 0985.03, 0985.04, or 0985.05. 

The unit’s current software version is viewed on the MFD power-up screen.