Got the alert below from ASI yesterday. My autopilot is a GFC700 coupled with the G1000. Did not know if there were other configurations out there and though I would pass along. If anyone needs the full email forwarded send me your email to david_wurfel@yahoo.com. Fly safe!
ASI SAFETY ALERT: 2022-2
GARMIN GFC 500 AUTOPILOT ISSUE
Garmin has identified an issue with GFC 500 autopilots with optional auto trim installed in certified, experimental, and light sport aircraft.
Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot Issue
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- chili4way
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Re: Garmin GFC Autopilot Issue
Please consider editing this title to "Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot" issue. Relatively few Diamond aircraft have discrete GFC 500 autopilots compared to the number with integrated GFC 700 autopilots. The issue is specific to the GFC 500.
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Re: Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot Issue
Title updated. Are there any Diamonds with GFC 500 installed? I didn't see any models listed on the supported equipment list.