Development Status
NavCard GPS is in active hardware development. This page reflects where we are in the build process and what comes next. We update it as milestones are reached.
Current Status: Hardware Testing
NavCard GPS data cards are original designs built to be electrically compatible with the data card slot found on GNS 430/530 series avionics. Sample hardware is currently in transit to our manufacturing partner for compatibility testing and design validation.
Once testing confirms the design, we move directly into prototyping and a limited beta program before the full production run ahead of our August 14, 2026 launch target.
Hardware Development Timeline
May 2026
May 2026
May 2026
Late May 2026
Early June 2026
June 2026 (AIRAC 2026-06)
Late June 2026
Early July 2026
Early August 2026
August 14, 2026 (AIRAC 2026-08)
September 11, 2026 (AIRAC 2026-09)
Three Card Variants
Each variant is designed for a specific GNS unit type and database.
| Product Name | Memory | Database Type | Housing Color | Compatible Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NavCard-8NEW | 8 MB | Navigation (Non-WAAS units) | Slate Blue | GNS 430, GNS 530, GNC 420 |
| NavCard-16NNEW | 16 MB | Navigation (WAAS units) | Cobalt Blue | GNS 430W, GNS 530W, GPS 400W, GNC 420W |
| NavCard-16TNEW | 16 MB | Terrain/Obstacle (WAAS units) | Graphite Gray | GNS 430W, GNS 530W, GPS 400W, GNC 420W |
2026 AIRAC Cycle Reference
Our target launch aligns with AIRAC 2026-08 on August 14, 2026.
| Cycle | Effective Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05 | May 22, 2026 | |
| 2026-06 | June 19, 2026 | Integration test |
| 2026-07 | July 17, 2026 | |
| 2026-08 | August 14, 2026 | TARGET LAUNCH |
| 2026-09 | September 11, 2026 | Contingency |
| 2026-10 | October 9, 2026 |