Like the old saw about getting to Carnegie Hall, the only way to master the Garmin G1000 is practice, practice, practice. If youre a sometime user of this system or new to it entirely, youre wasting good money if you show up for your G1000 flights unprepared.
If IFR certification is a must, the Symphony 160 is our second choice. But both Symphony and Liberty must prove what Diamond already has: staying power.
But plug and play it isn’t. Youll need a high-end system, patience and expertise to get the most out of it. Tyros and technophobes should shop elsewhere.
Flight Sim has graduated from gamer status to serious IFR trainer. Its a bargain at $29.99 but requires a high-end machine to run well
Flight Sim has graduated from gamer status to serious IFR trainer. Its a bargain at $29.99 but requires a high-end machine to run well
This innovative simulator-based program shows what its like to become utterly stupid in the cockpit from lack of oxygen. Its a worthy alternative to a chamber ride.
Elite is a feature-rich IFR trainer with an extensive airplane library and impressive weather effects.
Elite is a feature-rich IFR trainer with an extensive airplane library and impressive weather effects.
Need a little help learning Garmin gear? Interactive computer programs can help. Our top pick: VFLITE Interactive Guide from Pegasus.
Got three days and a grand? This seminar will teach you all you need to know (and then some) about smart engine operation.
King Schools excels for pure test prep but Sportys is better as an all-purpose ground school.
Some high-dollar gadgets don’t directly effect safety much. The best investment may be the most mundane: Training.
