Over the last three years HBG2 has designed several custom panels for our Deluxe Instrument Pod. Note that this Pod will be standard on all models beginning with the 2014 Product Line. One of the panels that we have done is the one pictured here. It has an AvMap 600, an ICOM A210, MGL Electronic Compass & Artificial Horizon (neat little package!) and a Garmin GTX 327 Transponder. The EIS provides the other key information. This panel feels "well rounded" and so far has been a joy to fly. I would be the first one to admit though that the AvMap 600 should be programmed before departure due to its screen size. With that said, following the little line and reading ground speed is doable once you get used to it.
As we begin to wrap up some of the details for the 2014 Panel options, we are looking for suggestions. We know we are going to the Garmin SL-40 as our standard COM Radio because we can get local support from so many places. When it comes to the GPS, we are open to suggestions. One customer has suggested the IFlyGPS which is impressive and affordable for sure. Have any suggestions? Please email your suggestions to info@honeybeeg2.com.
Have a great day!
Jim
1 comment:
Dan,
Thanks for the feedback. Sometimes the GPS can sort of drive the bus if they are complicated. I think that if we rely on the Steam Gauge Airspeed and the EIS/Altitude we are okay and it will help with a transition to a MFD. I have flown MFD Gyros in the past and they are great once you get used to them. Programming to a “new destination” en route can be a challenge with some. Because we have an IFLYGPS scheduled for an install, I am looking forward to trying it out. The larger screen should help.
Thanks for the feedback!
Jim
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