Steve Dawson

Personally I've not used a GI 275 in flight and I don't believe using a touch screen is a bonus. I haven't found the the total list of functions for the Garmin and I don't believe it compares to the EI CGR 30C. Either way you still have to go through multiple screen pages to get to your other information. I do like the 275 EIS front page because I could get a the TIT in a bar graph beside the other EGT. On the CGR C you could configure the second screen for more functions compared to the Garmin. For me I do like that I can have annunciator lights showing 6 running functions. I'm using mine for speed brakes, strobe, nav and landing lights, prop ice and pitot activation. Another issue I have is the cost for the Garmin which is approximately $3K more. I've had two aircraft with JPI's and even though I liked them, the form function is OK but their service is very poor. Here's the CGR 30C list: CGR-30P Instrument CGR-30C Instrument EDC-33 Engine Data Converter Primary Replacement RPM Primary Replacement Manifold Pressure Primary Replacement Fuel Level (up to 4 Fuel Tanks) Primary Replacement EGT/CHT Bargraph Primary Replacement Oil Pressure Primary Replacement Oil Temperature Primary Replacement Volts Primary Replacement Amps Primary Replacement OAT Primary Replacement Fuel Flow Fuel Remaining and Fuel Used GPS/Fuel Flow Data Engine Time and Tach Time Flight Timer Local Time and Zulu Time Pilot Programmable Checklists Other Options (No Charge) Primary Replacement Fuel Pressure Primary Replacement Hydraulic Pressure Primary Replacement TIT Primary Replacement Carb Temp or OAT Second Amps Measurement On Screen Annunciators Return Fuel Flow Transducer (Pressure/Carb) G-Meter Horsepower

I just sent in my spec sheet to order an EI CGR 30C. They're less money than JPI and definitely Garmin and have more functionality and gives more information. One of the reasons was their ability to show items such as speed brake and pitot activation lights in a choice of colours.

Jack I think you'd find fault with anything

You'll also pay more for a Garmin equipped used aircraft where the initial install owner has lost at least 50% of his original investment. I do like Garmin but two GI 275's are close but they haven't the same amount of functionality as an EFD 1000 Pro Max. If you're talking panel EFD's with a full panel Garmin or Dynon Skyview, obviously they have better functions and graphics on a much larger display but you're also committed to the rest of the Garmin/ Dynon/ family at a cost of $40-60K plus the cost of a GPS navigator. (Garmin or Dynon don't work with other autopilots) Plus there's signifigantly fewer fully equipped used aircraft for sale now. Aspen hits a niche

Other than one time, just after I installed the MAX, and at that time I'd just landed, I haven't had any issues with my Aspen EFD 1000 pro MAX in three years and I fly quite a bit of IFR. I'd love a larger screen that has more options like a G3X but I'd have to change my great working autopilot (KFC 200) and spend $60K to replace what I have now.

I understand where you're coming from. If you don't have the panel space and already have an MFD the Aspen/EI option makes sense.

Dave the only pricing I have now are the approximate prices I received from Aspen and EI, which were both very helpful. The unlock from Aspen onto an existing MFD is ~$2000,00 and the equipment from EI is ~$4200.00. Note that there's additional costs for any extra sensors needed from EI. as well as the extra cost for an MFD is you haven't one now. I'll need the SV and AOA unlocked on the newly purchased MFD so they're half priced at $495 each. This is going from memory and a month ago so please check with Aspen and EI first on their costs.

You'd think I have a finacial interest in these companies and in this system! I just think it's a great idea to have an EIS with some other handy MFD functions in the Aspen form factor. And it's great if you already have Aspen products. Another video

I like the diversity and range of functions of the EI CGR 30C engine monitors since they seem to cover more information than any other engine monitors. Now they've partnered with Aspen Avionics so you can see all their functions on the screens as well as having some Aspen functions such as maps, AOA, SV ect., on the lower part of the screen. Does anyone other than myself think this is a good idea? https://aspenavionics.com/evolution-engine-instruments#:~:text=Seamless Engine Monitoring with Electronics,engine data converter and sensors.

This plane just flys great. Smooth engine and when flying without the autopilot connected you hardly need any control inputs. Recently flew 165 Knots true on 10.5 GPH with all CHT's below 350 deg F. Updating the ad to show a new price,

Nav Canada has been great for me, There's a lot you get for $25/quarter. What did you think of the fees at Billy Bishop? lol

I've replaced my landing and taxi lights with the Whelen G3's that I bought from Jim Gallagher who is a sponsor here and can be contacted through MS. Great improvement, much less current draw (3.8 amps @ 14v) as well as having a very long service life. Not to mention they're less money than the Moon Beam balast alone. https://flywat.com/products/parmetheus™-g3 Contact information. https://mooneyspace.com/profile/13533-osuav8ter/ gallagheraviationllc@gmail.com

I've had a couple people ask so just thought I'd mention the following. Anyone in the US that's interested and noticed that the plane is located in Ontario, The plane has always been N registered (US and FAA registered and is just a matter of registering it in your name through the FAA. The same as if you bought a plane from within your state. Basically seamless.

I had one for my J and they're the best made. The buyer of my J wanted it so badly, he paid close to the full price of a new one. If I didn't have my plane for sale I'd buy it.