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I get several calls from customers asking about the G1000 and the databases the system is able to utilize.  There are several G1000 databases, and I can see where someone who is new to the G1000 could run into some confusion.  Today, I thought I would help to clear the air on two of the [...] The post Victor’s Vectors: G1000 Databases appeared first...

A few years ago not many people knew about Sport Pilots or Light Sport Aircraft (LSA).  After a couple key aviation organizations started standing behind it, the people started to take notice.  Now with Cessna and Piper manufacturing aircraft for this market, it’s all the buzz for people just looking for the joy of flying [...] The post Victor’s Vectors: G3X and EIS appeared...

As many pilots know, the FAA is beginning to implement a nationwide ADS-B infrastructure of ground stations to improve traffic efficiency and improve situational awareness in the cockpit. The FAA announced a dual link decision using the 1090 MHz ES and UAT mediums for ADS-B, and has proposed a mandate that all aircraft have ADS-B [...] The post Victor’s Vectors: Adding ADS-B to your...