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  1. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Very NICE! I like it, keep ‘em coming!! Thanks, Baron62!
  2. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Thank you, chemgeek, I appreciate the thoughtful response. I’ve been on the same page with the GPS and ADS-B being necessities for me. I’ll definitely check out the equipment that you’ve mentioned here, too. Thanks again!
  3. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    You’re absolutely right. I figure 3-4 years maximum before I’ll need to upgrade based on this fact alone.
  4. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Awesome. Thank you so much for the reply. Yeah, I was told that the LORAN probably ought to go so you’ve basically confirmed that for me. Definitely given me a bunch to think about. I appreciate the thoughtful response.
  5. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Thanks! I appreciate the input.
  6. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Thanks, I’m not 100% that I’ll need ADSB, but I’d think that I will. We already do a lot of traveling by car so I can only imagine that we’ll go further and just as often via plane.
  7. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Realistically, a few years unless something comes along that I can’t pass up. Unless the bottom falls out of GA, I think I’ve purchased the plane at the right level to where I can sink some money in the avionics without burying myself on it.
  8. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Thanks for the reply. Yeah, I know $20k doesn’t necessarily go too far. I suppose I’m looking for suggestions on what are absolute must change items. The nav seems like a no-brainer. I’ve looked at the 650 and the IFDs, but I personally have no brand loyalty so I think one would work for me as...
  9. SC96

    Buying first plane and need to upgrade avionics

    Hello, I’m buying my first plane, a Piper Archer, and it needs avionics upgrades. I apologize ahead of time because I’m still fairly ignorant on all the options and needs that are out there. My head is spinning with all the combinations. I know I need an ADS-B solution. Background: Student pilot...
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