The Certified Autopilot Your Aircraft Deserves.
Two-axis. GPS approach capable.
A fraction of the cost of Garmin.
Expert guidance included — from the only authorized source.
Why Trio.
Not Garmin.
Garmin makes excellent autopilots. They also cost $25,000–$30,000+ installed. Trio gives you certified two-axis capability — GPS approaches, altitude hold, GPSS — for a fraction of that.
But here's what matters more than price: does it fit your mission, your panel, and your aircraft? That's what we figure out together.
| Trio | Garmin GFC500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Autopilot System | $6,340–7,045 | $6,995–8,995 |
| Required EFIS | $0 Optional | $5,000+ Mandatory |
| Installation | $5,000–6,000 | $7,000–9,000 |
| Typical Total | $11–14K | $2o–25K+ |
Trio Installs in the Wild
Real aircraft. Real panels. Real pilots who made the upgrade.
Find Your Aircraft
Trio is FAA-certified for Cessna, Grumman, and Piper aircraft. Select your platform to see supported models.
Grumman
FAA-approved Trio autopilots for the AA5 Traveler, AA5A Cheetah, and AA/AG5B Tiger.
Fly the approach.
Certified two-axis autopilot. Expert guidance. Your aircraft. Your mission.
Know a pilot who's been thinking about this? Pass along my number. That's how this works.
You're Not Just Buying
a Box. You're Buying Expertise that enhances your investment.
I've been the only authorized source for the Trio Pro Pilot since 2019. I'm also a Grumman Tiger owner who flies IFR. That's not a coincidence.
Every sale starts with a conversation about you, your aircraft, your mission, and your panel. We confirm panel and equipment decisions, discuss installation options, and if requested, I'll connect you with an experienced installer and provide installation scoping for labor estimation. Start to finish, I am your available resource.
No call centers. No dealer queues. A pilot who knows this system cold.
Mission Review
How you fly determines which features matter. IFR approaches? Long cross-countries? Workload reduction? This drives every recommendation.
Panel Compatibility
We review your specific aircraft and panel configuration to confirm what works with your existing avionics and to discuss upgrade options and equipment sourcing.
Installer Coordination
I can connect you with experienced A&P/IA installers who are familiar with Trio. I can provide installation scoping documentation to assist you with quotes. Or, I can help bring your AP/AI up to speed for your installation. No guesswork, no cold calls to unfamiliar shops.
Future Panel Planning
Today's decision shouldn't limit tomorrow's options. We plan your complete panel upgrade, not just the autopilot.