Yes, totally agree Bob.
My point was more directed at the lack of basic map reading skills (ie ground speed checks, reference to 10nm marks laid on your track etc), I have seen in many newbies once the GPS is switched off. Batteries do run out alot, CB's cloud-out reception and the GPS shuts down on overheat regularly during daytime, especially up north.
GPS training in basic form is a great idea but sadly to go any further there are so many types and designs. It's a fast paced industry of change, just be careful as a pilot, what level it is TSO'd to and to what level you wish to use it.
Once in an airline you are trained and logbook-stamped for your type in use, if they use one. All larger jets are on multiple GPS receivers which we don't touch at all, while these are ancillary to the usual 2 INS's/IRS and auto tuning VOR/DME's...
I'm sure you won't be lead astray by all the other advice coming in... just buy some maps too! (LOL)
