CPL GPS use
Hi s/e
A CPL test candidate must be able to use all of the equipment on board the test aircraft, this is an asesable item on a flight test.
Obviously the testing officer will want to see the basics to ensure the candidate can infact do the job without all the bells and whistles as well.
But it is there so it sould be used, if it has not suffered the CPL misterious flight test U/S.
A friend was critisised by the testing officer for not using the autopilot when he was under the pump during cruise. My mate said but this is CPL flight test. I thought you would fail it.
My advise to CPL test candidates is, Don't assume (Ass U me) the negative, assume the positive and use it until it misteriously fails. The CPL flight tests your skills as a pro, and I can asure you that the pro's use the available technology all the time.
I don't belive that using this or any other work load reducing equipment causes a lack of the basic skills, so long as the basic skills are taught and performed to a high standard in the first place.
All the best
Richo