This is cool!

[PTK]

This is awesome!

http://www.thenewskyview.com/

[KSMooniac]

Yes it is!  Hopefully we'll be allowed to install stuff like this soon...

[Danb]

Only if!

[wishboneash]

Looks great. The only way Garmin could keep up would be to significantly drop its subscription prices for its avionics to stave off the competition. If companies like Dynon can get certification for non-experimental aircraft it would be good for everyone.

[Marauder]

This is awesome!

http://www.thenewskyview.com/

But it's not a Garmin Peter!

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[carusoam]

What do you suppose would be required to support the use of this instrument....? (From a hardware point of view)

Ideally this would mount in front of the pilot with certified instruments elsewhere on the panel? (A/S, AI, alt, TC, VS)

Are experimental airplanes using this already?

What do they use for back up in the event of screen failure or other issue?

Best regards,

-a-

[ArtVandelay]

Am I the only one who doesn't get enthralled with glass displays?

[carusoam]

Glass is one of the things that was last on my must have list. Especially at $20-50k

When they first arrived, they added very little to capability.

Now, in the iPad age, with VR display of weather and traffic. Data about where you are also comes replete with all the frequencies in the order you will need them and the name of the center you need to contact next!

I prefer up to date glass to books of old approach plates that are a challenge to update.

The LCD display supplied by Mooney Mart comes to mind...

Times are changing...

Best regards,

-a-

[KSMooniac]

Am I the only one who doesn't get enthralled with glass displays?

 

I'm not lusting after one just for something new, but to add capability and improve reliability.  Saving weight and cleaning up the panel are also very nice.  Whenever I make the jump, I will happily ditch the vacuum pump and plumbing as well as my vacuum gyros.  (I already have an electric AI with battery backup.)  I do not have an HSI but would like one...just not mechanical!  I figure there is at least a 10 lb weight savings for my instance, maybe more.  I'll be glad to not spend $500 or more to overhaul the AI and DG periodically.  

 

Long ago I ditched paper plates (first) then charts (later) in favor of a tablet PC, then an Android tablet, and now (as of yesterday) an iPad Mini.  I'm looking forward to ditching mechanical gyros, or at least two of them.  Maybe someday I can ditch the STEC turn coordinator/autopilot controller and plug in something else to a PFD.

[Marauder]

I flew for years with nothing but steam. I always had a portable GPS all the way back to 1992 when the first Garmin units showed up. When I finally upgraded to glass in 2012, I was really impressed how much I liked it. Flying behind an electronic HSI is something to behold.

[PTK]

But it's not a Garmin Peter!

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This is why I'm waiting for G's rendition Chris!

[AmigOne]

Since relatively very little has been done to improve engine reliability on our dated engines in the last 50 years the ability to transform panels with the type of instruments and autopilots that Dynon offers could instantly revolutionize the market for older aircrafts and improve safety.    

[aaronk25]

Since relatively very little has been done to improve engine reliability on our dated engines in the last 50 years the ability to transform panels with the type of instruments and autopilots that Dynon offers could instantly revolutionize the market for older aircrafts and improve safety.

Agreed....sign me up for one! Oh ya and so thing that doesn't say lycoming on it......still miffed about the failed lifter......

How about a smooth running 2 stroke turbo diesel....now we're talking.......if I new for sure that the new part 23 non-commercial standard would allow alternative engines I'd park my bird and wait tell December 2015......

[DaV8or]

Finally! Someone who understands that a glass panel doesn't have to display in tapes and ribbons. I have been saying for years that the traditional 6 pack should be an option on glass. Screw the hours and hours of transition time! Touch screen + knobs. Way to go! Dynon understands the future of flight. $4000!!?? What!? Tell me it's not so! If Garmin made this thing certified if would be at least $18,000.

 

This is why we need to have an option to de certify our planes. This is why an experimental / factory built category needs to exist. We will never, ever have this level of innovation, competitive prices and flexibility as long as we remain "certified". I will gladly turn in my certified status tomorrow if you let me. Please FAA, help us!!

[mike28w]

Am I the only one who doesn't get enthralled with glass displays?

  I'm with you......   To me , it just looks like a pretty gadget ,  waiting for a power surge.....   For the cost, I could buy a lot of fuel and actually fly the plane !  JMO....mike

[AmigOne]

When you are talking about affordable and sophisticated autopilots, interface with engine monitors and fuel computers which Dynon also manufactures,  it is much more than a "pretty gadget".

[DaV8or]

  I'm with you......   To me , it just looks like a pretty gadget ,  waiting for a power surge.....   For the cost, I could buy a lot of fuel and actually fly the plane !  JMO....mike

 

You'll come around. They used to say the same thing about GPS, auto pilots and engine monitors. They're currently still saying that about the iPad in the cockpit. In fact there is always significant skepticism about any new aviation innovation. It's not a pretty gadget, it's a pretty powerful gadget.

[Piloto]

Impressive but no more than the 36" 3D windshield view. On the windshield I can see the annoying build ups that you do not see on radar and deviate around to avoid turbulence. I use a small horizon finder scope to determine if I am above the clouds ahead or need to deviate around. A very handy tool to determine builds up grow rate.

 

José