GPS Rcvd my Avmap Geo11+

[Guest Stixy]

After a slight problem with my first Avmap Geo11+ I have my new one now.

 

The company was excellent and sent a new one as soon as the new stock arrived.

 

Looking forward to taking it flying. Id love any comments from owners of this unit, as it looks well made and a nice quality item.

 

Tks

 

Stixy

 

 

[biggles]

Hi Stixy , Would be interested to hear your comments on its operation . Does it have "wings level" indication , and how do you rate it against the Garmin 196 for instance ?

 

Regards

 

Bob

 

 

[Guest Stixy]

Hi Biggles

 

I havent flown with it as yet. Hopefully this weekend?

 

It doesnt have wing level indication, but I cant see a need for that?

 

Maybe let me know why you require that function?

 

This is my first GPS so I will update you ASAP

 

The Garmin 196 has a smaller screen and is not colour. Probably similar price too?

 

Ive used the Avmap inSimulation mode, and it seems to do everything that I would ever need and more.

 

Watch this space

 

Stixy

 

 

[biggles]

Stixy ,

 

I don't have an artificial horizon or a turn coordinator , so the "wings level" on the Garmin 196 is at least something , if you suddenly find yourself in cloud , which of course you should'nt , but .............. .

 

Regards

 

Bob

 

 

[Admin]

How would the wings level work unless the unit was in a "fixed" install position and set level in the install position on the ground...if the unit was portable the wings level wouldn't work or am I missing something

 

 

[Guest Stixy]

Yeah Ian, the wings level feature will work in a portable unit but wont be as accurate as an inbuilt gauge.

 

Its just a bit of a guide feature.

 

Bob,

 

As you say Bob...... you shouldnt find yourself in cloud.

 

Unless you have an Instrument rating and the Aircraft was IR, I wouldnt be trusting a basic GPS to keep my wings level.

 

I know what your asking though, and I just think that the Avmap will do everything you need, but the Garmin is probably cheaper?????

 

Ill send you my thoughts once our weather clears here LOL!!

 

Stixy