Garmin, with the G1000 unit, has been a leader in the field since the beginning.The G1000 displays a wealth of flight information, including the information displayed on the older panels. Most new GA aircraft now have a glass panel as standard equipment, and many older aircraft are being re-fitted with them. Glass panels, like the Garmin G1000, are clearly replacing the older 'steam engine gauges' panels in general aviation (GA) aircraft.