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Old 10th Oct 2017, 14:55
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RMK
 
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I use a Garmin Aera 660 on a RAM mount; it’s perfect for helicopters. You can either plug it in or buy a second battery; you’ll get roughly 4hrs per battery.

With the European/US charts and the enhanced terrain downloaded it is great (I actually “dial down” the map detail). The screen is sharp/clear in sunlight and it’s quite simple to use.

Has some nice features such as GPS derived AGL for your location (a poor man’s RadAlt). I have SkyDemon and iPads like everyone else, but I find the 660 far better.
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