
So, the following is how to best install them on a Mac, Linux, or newer Windows computer. Unfortunately, these programs are not compatible with all types of computers and operating systems. These simulators (for Windows) are available for free and can be found on Garmins website here. Whether you are new to these systems and want an introduction, or maybe a flight instructor wanting to show students, the Garmin simulators are fantastic! The free trainers offered on Garmin's website are great tools to anyone who might use a 400 or 500 series unit. Here's how to run the Garmin 430/530 (400 and 500 series simulators) on a Mac / Apple computer, a newer version of Windows or even Linux.

Published to Thingiverse by the aptly named FlightSimMaker, this project consists of a dizzying number of 3D-printed components that combine into a full-featured desktop simulator for the Garmin.


With this method I was able to get the Garmin 430 trainer up and running on my Macbook Pro within within about 30 minutes! The only time consuming part is downloading 4.1GB of files. Running the Simulators on a Mac OS-X (or Linux) Here is the easiest way to run the Garmin sim on your Apple or linux computer.
