This is often misunderstood by pilots. The "Program" portion of the disc is not the firmware for your GPS (that lives in the unit's ROM). Instead, it is the or the operational program required to:
: Administrator rights on the computer to perform the installation. Operating System
It is important to note that Jeppesen is phasing out physical media in favor of 100% digital delivery. The Jeppesen Distribution Manager (JDM) has largely replaced the need for physical discs, allowing pilots to update their iPads, avionics cards, and laptops via high-speed internet. However, for operations in remote areas with limited connectivity or for those maintaining older flight simulators, the Program and Data Disc remains an indispensable backup.
Getting the software up and running requires a specific sequence to ensure the encrypted data remains secure and functional. jeppesen program and data disc
| Type | Content | Update Frequency | |------|---------|------------------| | | Navigation databases, procedures, airports, navaids | 28 days | | Program Disc | Firmware, OS patches, new features, bug fixes, terrain maps | Irregular (months/years) |
: It is used to download and update terminal charts, enroute maps, and airport diagrams to keep them current with the standard 28-day AIRAC cycle .
| Part Number | Description | For Unit | |-------------|-------------|-----------| | 7300-0100-02 | US & Canada data, 3.5" HD | Garmin GNC 300 | | 7300-2100-04 | Americas + Caribbean, CD | GNS 430/530 | | 7400-0100-05 | World data, CD | G1000 | | 7300-8100-01 | Europe, floppy | KLN 90B | | 7700-0020-01 | SD card, Americas | GTN 650/750 | This is often misunderstood by pilots
: For terminal chart installations, specific coverage codes tied to the cycle number of the disc may be required. Typical Installation Workflow Download or Insert : Users can download the disc contents (approx. 3 GB) or use a physical CD/DVD. Extract Files
For professional pilots flying during the 2000s and early 2010s, the arrival of the Jeppesen data disc was a recurring part of the job. The workflow usually looked something like this:
: Older floppy-based units remain in many legacy aircraft; thus, Jeppesen still supplies floppy discs via custom order as of 2024. Operating System It is important to note that
: A 16-character valid serial number for your specific product subscription. Admin Credentials
The program on the disc must be new enough to support the hardware, but old enough to be recognized by the unit’s firmware. Conversely, the unit's firmware must be current enough to read the program. This is why avionics shops charge bench fees to "un-brick" units.
