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by gtmize
Fri Jan 15, 2021 10:47 am
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: Sirius XM value vs ADSB free Wx
Replies: 4
Views: 2207

Re: Sirius XM value vs ADSB free Wx

Paul, The GDL 69 XM receiver comes with the G1000 so I didn't purchase it separately - it came with the plane ... it sources the Sirius XM I purchased the GTX345R for ADSB $5,000 ADSB Out FAA requirement . it provides the ADSB Wx So the cost for me for XM Wx is the montly $75 which includes optional...
by gtmize
Thu Jan 14, 2021 10:36 am
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: Sirius XM value vs ADSB free Wx
Replies: 4
Views: 2207

Sirius XM value vs ADSB free Wx

https://ipadpilotnews.com/2020/07/ads-b-weather-vs-siriusxm-satellite-weather-comparing-the-options/#:~:text=Make%20sure%20you%20understand%20your,SiriusXM%2C%20as%20displayed%20in%20ForeFlight. I've had Sirius XM since I began flying.. but reviewed my $75/month Sirius subscription to see if I can ...
by gtmize
Sat Dec 05, 2020 11:17 am
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: Number & Placement of GoPros
Replies: 12
Views: 4484

Number & Placement of GoPros

My wife & I decided to begin making semi professional videos recording our trips to share with our family & friends. Questions - If you're recording your trips 1) How many cameras do you use 2) Placement inside 3) Placement outside 4) Cam Make Model ( I'm starting with a single GoPro 3+) 5) ...
by gtmize
Tue Nov 24, 2020 1:14 pm
Forum: Travel & Destinations
Topic: VFR Kern Valley - even some SR22T Hand-Flying
Replies: 5
Views: 1715

Re: VFR Kern Valley - even some SR22T Hand-Flying

Keep 'em coming Wayne .. I've added your Guzzer Channel on Youtube .. really enjoy them. Question ... how do you capture the Foreflight ( Track Log) sequences to vase Video? Question ... in your Caribbean flights .. I noticed you had traffic alters on several of your approaches .. do you get ADS tra...
by gtmize
Fri Nov 13, 2020 1:22 pm
Forum: Travel & Destinations
Topic: VFR to Big Bear for a Snowy Lunch (Full ATC)
Replies: 3
Views: 1486

Re: VFR to Big Bear for a Snowy Lunch (Full ATC)

Nice ! I've been thinking about flying into Tahoe TVL from FMN about 3 hrs. I assume Big Bear keeps RW's clear of snow? Also the benefit of FULL ATC all the way seems like a pain with all the handoffs Guess its necessary to clear all the traffic around LAX Finally .. curious how many cameras you're ...
by gtmize
Thu Nov 12, 2020 12:32 pm
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: MS Flight Sim 2020
Replies: 23
Views: 17801

Re: MS Flight Sim 2020

I've acquired X-Plane 11 to compare to 2020 In 2020 have to use DA40NG as XLS not avail In X-Plane 11 was able to find non NG DA40 My current focus is on basic maneuvers Stick & Rudder and so far X Plane flies closer to my XLS .. In both the controls are still hyper sensitive twitchy in turns an...
by gtmize
Sat Nov 07, 2020 1:56 pm
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: Foreflight SD Card Import to Track Logs
Replies: 0
Views: 1374

Foreflight SD Card Import to Track Logs

Requires Apple SD card reader
I fly with my Ipad so its a quick way to get your track logs into Foreflight & log book
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3beLWoLBh0&t=98s
by gtmize
Thu Oct 29, 2020 10:34 am
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: Cabin Heat when in hanger
Replies: 5
Views: 2352

Cabin Heat when in hanger

My plane is hangered in Farmington NM but the hanger is not heated My GF hates climbing into a cold cabin so I'm considering leaving a heater in the cabin between trips... something like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W4SN7N7/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2LN73PHCTFTIO&psc=1 Although it...
by gtmize
Mon Oct 12, 2020 11:36 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Flights To Nowhere
Replies: 1
Views: 886

Flights To Nowhere

I've become a G1000 junkie .. going point to point on autopilot ... always loading approaches for straight ins .. going manual at 500' Lately I've been enjoying going nowhere in particular, using stick and rudder which I'll admit has gotten very rusty. Certainly it makes me a better pilot but I'm al...
by gtmize
Mon Oct 12, 2020 11:31 am
Forum: Hangar Talk
Topic: Where's Hobbs?
Replies: 6
Views: 2911

Re: Where's Hobbs?

Dan: 1. Stick an SDcard into the top MFD slot, and your plane will automatically generate a log file per flight. You can then upload these files to one of many websites that will automatically calculate and display both your Hobbs and "tach" (G1000 total time in service corresponding to &...