Garmin Pilot update introduces new Flights page and other enhancements

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Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) announced a Garmin Pilot app update for Apple devices, featuring a redesigned Flights page that centralizes routing, weight and balance, fuel planning and briefing in one interface.

SmartCharts expands to Canada and Mexico in August 2026 and adds enhanced FISK VFR Arrival support for EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.

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What This Means

The update broadens Garmin Pilot with a unified Flights page, SmartCharts expansion into Canada and ...

Analysis

The update broadens Garmin Pilot with a unified Flights page, SmartCharts expansion into Canada and Mexico, and refined FISK arrival support. Investors may weigh how these ecosystem upgrades influence aviation adoption against recent insider net selling and execution risks around new functionality.

Key Figures

Database cycle start: July 9 Availability timing: August Promotion offer: 15 for 12 +1 more

4 metrics

Database cycle start July 9 FISK VFR Arrival procedure loadable in avionics

Availability timing August SmartCharts launch in Canada and Mexico

Promotion offer 15 for 12 Garmin Pilot trial promotion

Renewal discount 10% Garmin Pilot renewal discount for AirVenture 2026 attendees

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 24 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jun 24	Earnings call scheduling	Neutral	+1.5%	Scheduled second quarter 2026 earnings call and webcast details.
Jun 09	Product launch	Positive	+0.2%	Introduced Garmin Catalyst R1 racing radar for situational awareness on track.
Jun 05	Dividend approval	Positive	-2.2%	Shareholders approved multi-year cash dividend plan with quarterly installments.
Jun 03	Activity data report	Neutral	-1.3%	Released global running and cycling data reports tied to awareness days.
May 27	Marine radios launch	Positive	-0.2%	Announced new Signal VHF marine radios and remote station for communication.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent product and dividend headlines have often been followed by small, mixed next-day moves rather than a consistent directional pattern.

Regulatory & Risk Context

Short Interest: 2.59%

Short Interest

2.59% of float

0% 15% 30%+

low as of 2026-06-15 Days to cover: 7.13

Short-interest data reflected relatively low bearish positioning, implying moderate volatility from short covering and limited immediate potential for a sharp short squeeze-driven move.

Key Terms

continuous descent final approach, cdfa, notam

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continuous descent final approach technical

"will also be able to take advantage of the Continuous Descent Final Approach (CDFA) path"

A continuous descent final approach is an aircraft landing technique where a plane descends steadily from cruising altitude to the runway without the usual series of level-offs, using low engine thrust and small adjustments instead of multiple climb/level/descend steps. Like gliding smoothly down a ramp rather than stepping down stairs, it reduces fuel burn, engine wear, and noise, so investors tracking airlines, airports, or regulators see potential impacts on operating costs, emissions reporting, and community relations.

cdfa technical

"Continuous Descent Final Approach (CDFA) path shown on the vertical profile view"

The CDFA is the California Department of Food and Agriculture, the state agency that oversees farming, food safety, plant and animal health, and agricultural regulations. For investors, CDFA actions—such as pest quarantines, safety inspections, grants, or changes in rules—can affect crop yields, production costs, supply chains and market access much like a building inspector’s orders can change a contractor’s schedule and expenses.

notam technical

"Pilots should continue to reference the full AirVenture NOTAM for complete arrival"

NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions, historically 'Notice to Airmen') is an official, time-limited message from aviation authorities that alerts pilots and operators to temporary changes, hazards, or unavailable equipment affecting airspace, airports, runways, navigation aids, or procedures. Like a travel advisory for aircraft, a NOTAM can disrupt flight schedules, cargo movements or airport access and thus influence revenue, costs and operational timing for airlines, logistics providers and businesses that depend on air transport.

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Revolutionary SmartCharts is expanding its reach, available soon for Canada and Mexico

OLATHE, Kan., July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced multiple updates for the Garmin Pilot^™ mobile app for Apple^® devices, including flight planning enhancements with the redesigned Flights page, SmartCharts expansion to Canada and Mexico, as well as enhancements to the SmartCharts and database product for the Oshkosh FISK Arrival.

"Garmin Pilot continues to evolve with innovative tools that help pilots plan and fly with greater confidence. The redesigned Flights page delivers a more intuitive flight planning experience with integrated routing, weight and balance, and fuel planning tools. The highly requested expansion of SmartCharts brings this simple, dynamic charting solution to more pilots flying in North America. And as thousands of pilots prepare to fly to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, we're pleased to once again support them with the FISK arrival procedure in Garmin Pilot, SmartCharts and our navigation databases now with additional refinements including landing dots depicted on the runways and additional clarity on the SmartCharts procedure with enhanced labeling."
–Carl Wolf, Garmin Vice President Aviation Sales, Marketing, Programs & Support 

New Flights page

The previous Trip Planning page on Garmin Pilot has been replaced with the new Flights page, now the central hub for planning and briefing every flight. It brings route planning, weight and balance, fuel planning, briefing and more into one cohesive experience, enabling pilots to manage their entire flight in a single place. Featuring a modern, intuitive user interface (UI), the Flights page streamlines planning and aligns the experience across Garmin Pilot Web and the mobile app for Apple^® devices. New quickset cards further simplify weight and balance and fuel planning by allowing users to quickly enter key data. These cards can be expanded to reveal even more detailed information and serve as shortcuts to completing other planning tasks. The Flights page is available now in Garmin Pilot on Apple devices.

SmartCharts expanding to Canada and Mexico

The revolutionary charting solution, SmartCharts, will soon be available to Garmin Pilot Premium users in Canada and Mexico, expanding from the initial availability in the United States and Bahamas. SmartCharts is a dynamic aviation charting solution that provides pilots a simplified and intuitive experience by producing clear and relevant data to depict a chart tailored for their specific flight operation. 

In addition to all the previously announced SmartCharts features, pilots in Canada and Mexico will also be able to take advantage of the Continuous Descent Final Approach (CDFA) path shown on the vertical profile view. CDFA allows pilots to descend continuously on a constant path for a non-precision approach, providing a more stable approach and reducing pilot workload. Additionally, cold weather adjustments are available for Canadian and United States airports, allowing pilots to operate to cold temperature restricted airports and see the calculations and cold weather corrections on SmartCharts.

SmartCharts will be available in Canada and Mexico in August of this year. SmartCharts are included with a Garmin Pilot Premium subscription for pilots operating in the United States, Canada or Latin America regions. For pilots who fly across multiple regions, a Worldwide subscription option is also available.

Oshkosh FISK arrival

Garmin Pilot will once again support pilots flying to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026 by incorporating the FISK VFR Arrival in Garmin navigation database and SmartCharts products. New enhancements to the procedure and airport diagram are designed to help pilots brief and fly the arrival with greater confidence.

The FISK VFR Arrival SmartCharts procedure now includes additional labels to help pilots more easily identify waypoints and important details directly on the chart. The Oshkosh airport diagram also includes the colored runway dots and squares used by ATC, making it easier for pilots to brief and fly to the assigned landing point. The Notes section of the arrival chart has also been updated for improved clarity, helping pilots quickly review key information before briefing and flying the arrival.

Pilots should continue to reference the full AirVenture NOTAM for complete arrival and departure information. To make the NOTAM easier to access, the FISK VFR Arrival SmartCharts procedure now links directly to the arrival page in the NOTAM using the flip-flop button within Garmin Pilot.

Additionally, the FISK procedure is available as an Arrival (STAR) in the Garmin navigation database. Beginning July 9 as part of the July database cycle update, users can also load the procedure directly into their avionics, providing lateral guidance along the arrival route so they can couple their autopilot to fly the procedure while maintaining visual awareness for waypoints and traffic. These enhancements are designed to help improve pilot confidence when flying the arrival.

Pilots interested in trying Garmin Pilot for the first time can take advantage of the 15 for 12 and Right Seat Rewards promotions, available at Garmin.com/AviationPromotions. Additionally, a new discount for existing Garmin Pilot users attending AirVenture 2026 can also receive a 10% discount code for their next renewal by visiting the Garmin Pilot team in the Garmin exhibit. For additional information, visit Garmin.com/GarminPilot.

Garmin products and services have revolutionized flight and become essential to the lives of pilots and aircraft owners and operators around the world. A leading provider of solutions to general aviation, business aviation, rotorcraft, advanced air mobility, government and defense, and commercial air carrier customers, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate. Recipient of the prestigious Robert J. Collier Trophy for Garmin Autoland, Garmin developed the world's first certified autonomous system that activates during an emergency to control and land an aircraft without human intervention. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garminaviation on social, or follow our blog.

About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin is a registered trademark and Garmin Pilot is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 27, 2025, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). Copies of such Form 10-K are available at https://www.garmin.com/en-US/investors/sec/. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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media.relations@garmin.com

 

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FAQ

What is new in the July 2026 Garmin Pilot Flights page update for GRMN?

The July 2026 Garmin Pilot update introduces a redesigned Flights page as a central hub for planning and briefing. According to Garmin, it integrates routing, weight and balance, fuel planning and briefing into one cohesive, modern interface for Apple device users.

When will Garmin SmartCharts expand to Canada and Mexico for Garmin Pilot (NYSE: GRMN)?

Garmin SmartCharts will be available in Canada and Mexico in August 2026 for Garmin Pilot Premium users. According to Garmin, this expansion builds on existing coverage in the United States and Bahamas and supports pilots across North America with dynamic, tailored charting.

What features does SmartCharts offer Garmin Pilot users in Canada and Mexico?

SmartCharts for Canada and Mexico adds a Continuous Descent Final Approach (CDFA) path and cold weather adjustments. According to Garmin, CDFA supports more stable non-precision approaches while temperature-based corrections help pilots operate at cold temperature restricted airports in Canada and the United States.

How is Garmin integrating the Oshkosh FISK VFR Arrival into Garmin Pilot for 2026?

Garmin Pilot incorporates the FISK VFR Arrival in its navigation database and SmartCharts for AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. According to Garmin, enhancements include added labels, runway dots and squares, updated notes and a direct link to the arrival page in the AirVenture NOTAM.

Can pilots load the Oshkosh FISK Arrival directly into Garmin avionics from Garmin Pilot?

Yes, the FISK procedure is available as an Arrival (STAR) in the Garmin navigation database. According to Garmin, beginning July 9, users can load the procedure into compatible avionics to gain lateral guidance and couple the autopilot while maintaining visual awareness.

What subscription options include SmartCharts for Garmin Pilot users flying multiple regions?

SmartCharts is included with a Garmin Pilot Premium subscription for United States, Canada or Latin America regions. According to Garmin, pilots flying across multiple regions can instead choose a Worldwide subscription option to maintain SmartCharts access on international routes.

What Garmin Pilot promotions are available for new and existing users in 2026?

New Garmin Pilot users can access the 15 for 12 and Right Seat Rewards promotions. According to Garmin, existing users attending AirVenture 2026 may receive a 10% renewal discount code by visiting the Garmin Pilot team at the Garmin exhibit.