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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    I counted 3. One is at an airport that doesn’t allow training and if I go there, even for a missed approach, they’ll send me a $1,000...
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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    I have not fact checked my CFI but last time I wanted to do some simulated instrument training, I suggested to do some practice...
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    Chrisgoesflying reacted to Jim K's post in the thread Second GPS Unit with Like Like.
    Correct. I was unsure about what Canada is going to do with VOR's. In the US the plan is to retain a "minimum operational network" of...
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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    So that would be VOR navigation? I did consider this as a "backup" especially since I already have all of those on the plane, VOR, DME...
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    Chrisgoesflying reacted to Jim K's post in the thread Second GPS Unit with Like Like.
    I have a second nav/com that I consider the backup to my GTN. Also allows me to easily complete my nav checks. If the regs allow it...
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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    I get that. This is why i want the best unit possible as the primary unit. what i’m really trying to figure out is, how necessary are...
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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    I have a SL40 in the plane right now. Was keeping that one as a backup com. GTN650 + 175 might stretch it budget wise.
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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    I was thinking a Garmin 650 as primary and then something cheap as secondary. What about a Garmin 175 as primary and a 400 as secondary...
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    Chrisgoesflying replied to the thread Second GPS Unit.
    Hmm, my plan is to have a very capable WAAS GPS unit as primary. The secondary unit is really only there to fulfill legal requirements...
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    I am in the early planning stages for a panel upgrade on my Comanche, including making it IFR ready so I can get my rating in it. In...
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    Four years ago I upgraded the PAR36 taxi and landing lights in our R182 to Whelan ParmetheusPlus lamps. The LED lamps will likely have a...
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    I doubt they'll be sold in the U.S. They're on their way out of the country. We have a huge problem with stolen cars in Toronto. None of...
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    This is almost like one of those “spot the difference in the pictures” game. The designs are very similar. I have a hard time preferring...
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    Just be aware that aero-led may not meet regulations. From their FAQ page. Are any certifications provided with your products? Our...
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    Well, three. There are the kind who beat up the property AND don't pay.
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