The Garmin GNC-215 is a slimline NAV/COMM with modern display, global channel spacing, and on-display Course Deviation Indicator (CDI).  This makes the GNC-215 ideal as a #2 radio paired a WAAS GPS Navigator, or a #1 NAV/COMM for pilots who rely on VOR and ILS, but want a newer, more reliable and capable radio in the panel.

The GNC-215 combines a full-featured NAV Receiver and a modern VHF COMM Transceiver in a single, space-efficient unit. The NAV functions support VOR, Localizer, and Glideslope operations. The COMM supports both legacy 760-channel (25 kHz) and 8.33 kHz spacing for international compliance.

The bright 3.2" sunlight-readable color display shows active and standby NAV and COMM frequencies, automatically decoded station identifiers, Left-Right CDI guidance, and status messages. The Automatic Station ID feature provides quick visual confirmation of the tuned NAV facility. The sharp and informative display means less head-down time, making it easier to stay ahead of the aircraft.

The GNC-215's faceplate footprint measures 1.35” by 6.25”. This matches the Apollo SL-30 and is shorter than a King KX-155 / KX-165. While it is not a slide-in replacement, The GNC-215's compact dimensions make installation straightforward in most radio stacks.

Here are some of the most helpful and innovative features:

Database Tuning - Enter an airport or navaid identifier and the GNC-215 looks up available freqencies from an internal database. Updates are performed through the front microSD card slot, with no radio removal required.

Proximity Tuning - The GNC-215 may be connected to a GPS for position information using a standard RS-232 signal. This allows the GNC-215 to provide you with frequencies useful for your location. The nearest airports, VOR, Center (ARTCC), Flight Service Station (FSS), and Weather (WX) frequencies are all at your fingertips.

Usage Tuning - The database stores the 20 most recently used NAV and COMM frequencies, reducing the need for repeated manual tuning.
Morse code decoding - Not only will the GNC-215 decode the Morse code automatically, it will also display the identifier from the database.

Intercom - Built-in 2-place voice-activated intercom for pilot and copilot.

One-touch Emergency Frequency - When the pilot presses and holds either the volume knob or active/standby frequency transfer button, the GNC-215 will automatically set the emergency frequency (121.5 MHz) as your active frequency. When workload is high and time matters, press and hold to immediately access 121.5 MHz.

The GNC-215 NAV/COMM also features:

• 10 W COMM transmission power (with an optional 16 W upgrade via feature enablement)
• 200 channel NAV with VOR / Localizer / Glideslope capability
• Displays radial to active and standby NAVAIDs, allowing intersection identification with a single NAV radio
• Count-up and count-down timers
• 20 programmable NAV and COMM frequencies in the User Frequency Database
• Customizable soft key shortcuts
• NAV frequency channeling for Remote DME tuning
• NVIS (optional, available with the purchase of a feature enablement)

The Garmin GNC-215 delivers dependable VOR, LOC, and ILS navigation, global COMM capability, and modern frequency management in a compact radio.  For pilots and aircraft owners upgrading from legacy NAV/COMM units, it offers a clean path to improved reliability and performance without unnecessary panel complexity.

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