Any user comments on iFly 520 GPS

[WorldWiseTrade]

Looking at this device as a backup to my iPad / ADS-B in the cockpit. Seems like a nice little unit. Any user comments appreciated! Thanks in advance.

 

http://ifly.adventurepilot.com/SYSTEMS/iFly520.aspx

[PTK]

It looks like its an excellent value for the money.

The only thing that I can see when compared to the iPad is the display resolution difference. The iPad retina is 2048x1536, a whopping 326 ppi!

[TWinter]

Prior to my Garmin 696 I used the IFly GPS units. I started the with the 700 several years ago then updated to the 720. Both are big brothers to 520. Very easy to use. Touch screen and very easy to navigate page to page. They now offer a I-Pad version.

 

Their latest accomplishment is combined effort with their 720 unit and Skyguard.  Adventure pilot has teamed with Skyguard and now the Skyguards ADSB Transeiver works very nicely with the IFly720. That means ADSB both in and out. Back to your question about the 520..Good products and good customer support ( I needed a replacement windshield mount and they sent me one no charge and did not want the defective one returned ). They also have a "Real View" option on the 520 and 720 that is pretty cool. Gives a real world view from above as to what the airport and surrounding area looks like on GPS picture.

 

I've actually ordered the 720 and Skyguard. I am swapping my 696 and Zaon out for the IFly 720 with the Skyguard ADSB In/Out transceiver.  Should be in this week. Pirep to follow. Say good bye to $66 a month XM weather and radio and the high Garmin subscription fee on the 696 databases. I will however always love my GTN 750 and use the 720 as my secondary GPS with ALL traffic and weather. I like keeping my 750 clutter free on the screen. Not everyone would do it this way, but works for me.  

 

This post really is in high praise for the company, Adventure Pilot. The 520 should be a great success as were the 700 and 720s.

[WorldWiseTrade]

Thanks for the comments. I agree on the XM fees, I installed Aspen PFD/MFD in a Bonanza, between Garmin fees, XM fees, etc., its too much. 

 

The 720 seems more advanced with the ADS-B, but actually think I will address that with my iPad and a Stratus II, and the 520 is intended for a backup or maybe a handy nav unit. Otherwise would go for the 720.

 

I'd be interested to hear how the 720 works with the Skyguard when you get it working.

 

Thanks and Happy 2014! 

[BobAustin]

Just got a 520 for my LSA and find it much easier to use than the "glass panel".

 

I also would like to get a pilot report on traffic and weather when SkyGuard is working.