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During a downturn, aircraft prices have historically followed suit, however, parts and maintenance never seem to "suffer". Would also like to see some discounted panel products but with the backlog at Avionics shops I doubt that will happen.

I've got about 150 hours on a Surefly. I had done a wider gap on the plugs at install. Pulled the plugs yesterday and they were very clean. The Surefly really has been a nice addition.

I've got an Aspen E5 and I'd like to put a backup AI of some type in the panel also. The above doesn't really address a non required back up. Is there any easier way to install a backup AI that wouldn't need the TSO or STC of a primary instrument?

If you're going to spend that much for a basic AI or Gyro, this may be worth considering: https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/inpages/sai340-11-12817.php

Assuming this is "wanted", not "for sale"...you can get them here: https://www.premieraerostore.com/h79044-06-cover-upper-instrument-panel-left

I've been an IFLY customer since inception but I've always wished they would provide some upgraded hardware as their screens and processors are low end. The Aera 760 seems to be a higher end product. The quick glance at update costs in the video seemed on the high side and it won't display open...

How about the regular plexiglass cleaners? They should be safe for the plastic coating.

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Here's the NORSEE list..Not much on there for back up attitude that's not Ipad based except for AV20s. https://www.faa.gov/aircraft/air_cert/design_approvals/norsee/

It would be a good safety feature IF non required back up instrumentation didn't need to go through extensive approval.

My last plane was an RV6, although I didn't build that one I did cut the entire panel out and do it over from scratch. Even though I installed a Dynon Skyview with all the bells and whistles, part of my reasoning was to free up the right side for a large Ipad mounted to the panel angled toward...

If I did that I think I would blow my "stack" ;) Anyhow, I decided on the 7000BT from both the added value side, cost and ease of install. Also, The additional options on the higher level equipment aren't really needed by me. I can reuse the audio bottom connector and will have the intercom...

You might be right, but have you ever heard of a quote where they make that distinction?

Brad and Martin, I can agree with your logic about re-wiring the whole thing but that is a big undertaking that most shops probably won't do. Even on non compatible audio panels they will most likely pull the old connector, use old panel schematic to figure out which wire goes to which pin and...

Thx, you hit upon the sticky point, I've checked around and the install hassle and/or costs are huge (read this: https://www.pilotsofamerica.com/community/threads/audio-panel-install-cost.99010/) My thoughts were that the 7000BT is a (somewhat) pin compatible unit with the KMA24 and I could wire...

Our airpark chap came out about a month ago and it was $150 VFR and $250 IFR. May sound inexpensive but he can do a bunch of planes over a couple of days.

Yeah, but knowing Garmin it probably won't allow an Avidyne and King radio to communicate through it..;)

Currently have a KMA24 & SPA400 intercom and considering upgrading to a PMA7000BT. This would be a fairly easy install as you can reuse the lower (audio panel) cable (same pinout). Would still have to wire the intercom side. Other option is the PAR200A for about $1000 more but more difficult...

If you're playing with it the night before does that make it Fore-Play?

I did exactly the same..Had WingX for years and they seem to have abandoned their product. I still have Ifly also as I have a 740 and also run it on an ipad. FlyQ does most everything that everybody's favorite EFB does with much better and simpler pricing. One tip, The only minor issue I had on...