I can't see how some here think you can't have a good grasp of the basics if you're using a GPS. It should be a given that you can navigate without a problem without a GPS anway. Also, apart from the fact that I believe you should use all resources at your disposal, using a GPS leads to increased efficiency, situational awareness and more time for see and avoid. And you know what else? After a long day of flying, you will be less fatigued and less likely to make mistakes during the most critical phase of the flight - the approach and landing! And when the s**t really hits the fan it could perhaps even save your life, so I wouldn't say it's a bad little resource to go flying with, and also importantly being familiar with.
Basically, if the technology is there, it should be used. Although you may feel pretty happy with yourself if you don't use it, all you end up doing is reducing safety to an extent, and isn't that the most important thing of all?
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