AIRAC cycle
2607
Aeronautical data · since 2012
Garmin aviation database updates
A current navigation database, approach charts, obstacles and terrain for portable GPSMAP and aera receivers. Current AIRAC cycle, unlock code and load onto the device — all from the AeroTab client area.
Garmin aera 760 · 7"
NAV · AIRAC 2607
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Flagship Garmin aera receivers
AeroTab supplies and services modern portable Garmin aera receivers with AIRAC-cycle database updates and coverage for Russia and neighbouring states.
7"
Garmin aera 760
The flagship of the aera line — a portable Garmin aviation receiver with a bright 7-inch touchscreen, the largest in the family. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth give wireless database updates and Connext connectivity; hard-wired, it doubles as a panel navigator with autopilot coupling.
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Garmin aera 660
A compact 5-inch touchscreen Garmin aviation receiver — the lightest, most portable member of the aera line (245 g, removable battery) that fits in your palm. Wireless Connext with ADS-B traffic and weather, plus Wi-Fi database updates, in a pocket-class form factor.
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What gets updated
Six databases on your receiver
A Garmin receiver holds not one database but several independent data sets. Each follows its own cycle — from the AIRAC navigation database to instrument charts and terrain.
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Navigation database
Airports, runways, radio navigation aids, waypoints, airways, frequencies and instrument procedures in ARINC-424 format.
◷ AIRAC cycle · 28 days🗼
Obstacle database
Masts, towers, stacks, power lines and other man-made obstacles with heights — for terrain and obstacle proximity alerts.
◷ 56 days⛰️
Terrain database
A digital elevation model of the terrain for displaying high ground and terrain alerts (TAWS/HTAWS).
◷ As revised🛬
SafeTaxi — airport diagrams
Airport movement diagrams: runways, taxiways and aprons geo-referenced to the map — for ground orientation.
◷ 56 days📐
FliteCharts — instrument charts
Official approach, departure and airport charts displayed directly on the receiver.
◷ AIRAC cycle · 28 days🗺️
Basemap
Terrain underlay: coastlines, rivers, roads and settlements — the backdrop beneath the aeronautical picture.
◷ Rarely
Currency
The AIRAC cycle — why a current database matters
AIRAC (Aeronautical Information Regulation And Control) is the international schedule for publishing aeronautical data on a fixed 28-day interval. Each cycle introduces changes to procedures, frequencies, restricted areas and obstacles, synchronised worldwide.
- ✓ Flying on an outdated database is a safety risk: revised procedures and new obstacles will not be shown.
- ✓ A current database is a matter of compliance with receiver operating rules and flight preparation.
- ✓ AeroTab refreshes the data at least every AIRAC cycle — you are always on the current cycle.
Current cycle
2607
Next
2608
Cycle start+14 d+28 d
Cycle 2607 is the seventh cycle of 2026. A new cycle is published every 28 days; a database update returns the receiver to current data.
How to update
Update in four steps
The process is the same for every supported portable receiver: subscription → device detection → unlock code → database load.
Subscribe to the AIRAC cycle
Choose the database type (navigation, obstacles, charts) and the AIRAC cycle. The subscription is tied to the receiver by its serial number.
CLIENT AREA · /cabinet
Device detection
Connect the receiver over USB. The serial number and model are read from the Garmin/GarminDevice.xml file on the device — no manual entry needed.
USB · MASS STORAGE
Unlock code
The client area issues an unlock code bound to the serial number and cycle. The code activates the database only on your receiver.
UNLOCK · BOUND TO SERIAL
Database load
The database files and the code are written to the device. For portable receivers this is an ordinary file write to the mounted volume — the receiver applies the update at power-on.
DATABASE FILES + CODE
Supported receivers
Garmin receivers we update databases for
Portable Garmin aviation receivers of the GPSMAP and aera families. Pick a model to see which databases are updated on it.
Popular
Garmin GPSMAP 696
7 дюймов · 2009–2015
The flagship wide-screen portable tablet navigator.
Popular
Garmin GPSMAP 695
7 дюймов · 2008–2012
A wide-screen portable navigator of the previous generation.
Popular
Garmin GPSMAP 496
3,8 дюйма · 2006–2010
A compact colour navigator with weather reception.
US
Garmin GPSMAP 495
3,8 дюйма · 2006–2010
A portable navigator with the full aeronautical database.
US
Garmin GPSMAP 396
3,8 дюйма · 2005–2009
A colour portable navigator with XM weather reception.
US
Garmin GPSMAP 296
3,8 дюйма · 2004–2008
Garmin’s first colour portable aviation navigator.
EUR
Garmin GPSMAP 196
3,8 дюйма (моно) · 2002–2006
The classic monochrome portable aviation navigator.
Popular
Garmin aera 560
5 дюймов, сенсор · 2010–2015
A touchscreen portable navigator with instrument charts.
worldwide
Garmin aera 550
5 дюймов, сенсор · 2010–2014
A touchscreen navigator with obstacle and terrain databases.
worldwide
Garmin aera 510
4,3 дюйма, сенсор · 2010–2013
A mid-range touchscreen navigator.
worldwide
Garmin aera 500
4,3 дюйма, сенсор · 2010–2013
The entry-level touchscreen navigator of the aera series.
Coverage
Navigation databases by region and receiver
The Garmin navigation database is published by region. Top receivers hold worldwide coverage (Atlantic + Pacific regions); portable ones are regional. Below — which regions are available for each receiver.
| Receiver | USUnited States | EUREurope | PACPacific | ATLAtlantic | AMRNAmericas North | CANCanada | NZNew Zealand | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin GPSMAP 696 | · | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | worldwide |
| Garmin GPSMAP 695 | · | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | worldwide |
| Garmin GPSMAP 496 | ● | · | ● | · | · | · | · | regional |
| Garmin GPSMAP 495 | ● | · | ● | · | · | · | · | regional |
| Garmin GPSMAP 396 | ● | ● | ● | · | · | · | · | regional |
| Garmin GPSMAP 296 | ● | ● | ● | · | · | · | · | regional |
| Garmin GPSMAP 196 | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | · | regional |
| Garmin aera 560 | · | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | worldwide |
| Garmin aera 550 | · | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | worldwide |
| Garmin aera 510 | · | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | worldwide |
| Garmin aera 500 | · | · | ● | ● | · | · | · | worldwide |
Garmin/Jeppesen regions: US — United States, EUR — Europe, PAC — Asia/Pacific, ATL — Europe/Africa/Middle East/Atlantic, AMRN — Americas North, CAN — Canada, NZ — New Zealand. Worldwide coverage = ATL + PAC combined. Data for AIRAC cycle 2606.
RU
Coverage for Russia and neighbouring states. Official Garmin regional databases do not include the territory of the Russian Federation. AeroTab prepares aeronautical data for Russia and neighbouring states from the open AIP of the CAI CA, filling the coverage Garmin does not provide.
AeroTab service
Garmin database updates for Russia
The national provider of aeronautical information for the Russian Federation is Aviacominfo. AeroTab runs the client area: subscriptions, receivers and generation of unlock codes for the AIRAC cycle. Experience servicing Garmin databases — since 2012.
- 1Data subscription. Placed per receiver by AIRAC cycles — navigation database, obstacles, terrain, charts.
- 2Unlock code. Generated in the client area for the receiver serial number and the selected cycle.
- 3Load onto the device. Database files and the code are written to the receiver over USB — an ordinary file write for portables.
CANONICAL DATABASE · CAI CA AIP + GARMIN · AIRAC CYCLE 2607
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions about Garmin database updates
What is the AIRAC cycle and why does currency matter?
AIRAC is the international 28-day cycle for publishing aeronautical data. Each cycle introduces changes to procedures, frequencies, restricted areas and obstacles, synchronised worldwide.
Flying on an outdated database reduces safety: revised approach charts and new obstacles will not be shown on the receiver. A current database is part of flight preparation.
Which databases are updated on a Garmin receiver?
Navigation database (airports, runways, radio navigation aids, airways, frequencies, procedures), obstacle database, terrain database, SafeTaxi airport diagrams, FliteCharts instrument charts and the basemap.
The exact set depends on the receiver model — it is listed on each model page.
Which receivers are supported?
Portable Garmin aviation receivers of the GPSMAP (196, 296, 495, 496, 695, 696) and aera (500, 510, 550, 560) families. The full list is in the “Supported receivers” section.
What is the unlock code and why is it needed?
The unlock code activates the updated database on the receiver. It is bound to the serial number of the specific device and the AIRAC cycle — a code from one receiver will not activate another.
The code is issued in the client area after subscribing to the required cycle.
How does the database get onto the device?
Portable GPSMAP and aera receivers connect to a computer over USB as an ordinary disk. The database files and the unlock code are written to the device — for these models it is a standard file write, without special programmers.
The receiver serial number is read automatically from the Garmin/GarminDevice.xml file on the device.
How often should the database be updated?
The navigation database and instrument charts are released every AIRAC cycle — every 28 days. Obstacle and SafeTaxi databases update less often (56 days); terrain and the basemap as revisions are issued. For current flight preparation, keep the navigation database on the current cycle.
Ready to update
Update your Garmin databases in the client area
AIRAC cycle subscription, unlock code and database load onto the receiver — all from one AeroTab client area.