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Introducing

Next Generation Cockpit Avionics System

Guardian redefines avionics, giving pilots access to an affordable cockpit system that provides features key to improved flight safety. Through a ground-up software-based design, Guardian allows individual avionics additions and upgrades while delivering information-rich high-resolution imagery for unmatched situation awareness.

Starting at $33,200, Guardian brings all navigation, communication, aircraft systems, autopilot, weather, terrain, obstacles, traffic information, and more together into one compact, simple, and customizable system.

FAA Certified IFR Capable Autopilot Compatible Touchscreen

Why Guardian

Built Different

Four pillars that set Guardian apart from everything else on the market

A Truly Modular, Future-Proof Solution

Guardian features a central hub called the NEST where avionics capabilities can be easily added and upgraded without a total system replacement. Individual function line replacement units (LRUs) are inserted into the NEST, which then connect seamlessly with installed equipment to share information across all functions.

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The World's Most Realistic Synthetic Vision

Guardian provides high-resolution 3D imagery which clearly illustrates the entire flight environment through real world synthetic vision. Our unique system combines multiple sources of visual data, from aviation charts, satellite imagery, terrain elevation, charts, obstacles, weather, traffic and more, compiling them into one crystal clear, information rich high-resolution display.

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Lightweight With Flexible Installation

Guardian is up to 50% lighter than current cockpit display solutions. Whether you choose a single or dual screen display solution, each display is connected to the NEST by a single cable. Additionally, the NEST can be installed anywhere in the aircraft, providing flexibility for weight and balance and maintenance, while also freeing up space behind the panel.

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The Affordable Option

Through a simplified and streamlined design with unique upgradable flexibility, the lightweight Guardian not only meets your avionics needs today; it will be upgradable well into the future. No costly instrument panel changes. No expensive aircraft modifications. No long down times. Only increased capability.

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Capabilities

What Makes Guardian Better

Affordable, lightweight, very capable and customizable with the highest-resolution imagery on the market, Guardian with real world synthetic vision delivers unmatched situation awareness and flight safety.

HD 3D Graphics

Guardian features the world's most detailed and realistic synthetic vision, with unmatched clarity. Clear high resolution with the best daylight graphics on the market make our screens the easiest to read for superior situation awareness.

Information Rich Display

Terrain, traffic, obstacles, wires, navigational aids, cities, roads, weather, and route planning are all clearly and accurately presented in unparalleled detail.

Flexible Display Options

The 11.6" and 7" displays can customize how information is displayed – split screen PFD/MFD, or full screen – with the touch of a finger. The included MCU will support two displays. An additional MCU in the NEST would support up to 4 displays of any size.

Traffic & Weather

Guardian can display ADS-B In traffic and FIS-B weather, providing pilots with a complete view of the flight environment at a glance. TCAS compatible, it can track and monitor traffic, providing alerts as necessary.

No Mechanical Gyros

A reliable all-digital Air Data Computer (ADC) and advanced technology Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) integrate seamlessly with onboard systems and sensors, ensuring precise readings.

Autopilot Compatible

Guardian integrates with most autopilots on the market.

IFR Capability

Guardian can be configured with full ILS/LPV/LNAV capability.

TAWS/HeliTAWS

With detailed topography, terrain, wire, and obstacle databases, Guardian provides advanced terrain awareness and warning. High definition, full color imagery provides full situation awareness while visual and audible warnings alert to potential conflicts.

High Performance

Powerful onboard computing ensures responsive graphics with zoom and panning. Touchscreen and familiar tactile controls offer two popular control options. Zoom in/out with the swipe of a single finger.

Aviation Chart Tracking

Guardian can clearly illustrate the aircraft's location on charts and maps while in the air and on the ground.

Engine Indication System

Full color, easy to read EIS display includes fuel, engine instruments and aircraft systems.

Coming Soon

Tablet Integration

ForeFlight and Fly-Q connect wirelessly to Guardian to provide the aircraft flight information.

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Availability

Ready for Takeoff

Guardian brings all navigation, communication, aircraft systems, autopilot, weather, terrain, obstacles, traffic information, and more together into one compact, simple, and customizable system.

Late 2025

Initial Release

FAR Part 23 Class I/II aircraft (under 6 passengers, under 6,000 lbs)

Mid 2026

Full System

Part 23 Class III/IV and Part 27 aircraft

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Display Options

Primary Display 11.6" Touchscreen

Secondary Display 7" Touchscreen

Orientation Horizontal or Vertical

Max Displays Up to 4 (with additional MCU)

Key Capabilities

Situation Awareness Advanced PFD with obstacles, routes, weather, traffic

Smart I/O Operates with most existing aircraft systems

The Future of
Cockpit Avionics

Nighthawk Flight Systems Announces Pricing and Delivery Plan for Guardian Avionics Suite

Next Generation Cockpit Avionics System

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