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4.6 / 5.05 ReviewsDurability4.8 / 5Reliability4.8 / 5Performance4.2 / 5Ease Of Use4.4 / 5Value4.8 / 5Would You Recommend?Yes (1)Durability5 / 5Reliability5 / 5Performance5 / 5Ease Of Use4 / 5Value5 / 5Excellent so far. Much more technically able than any other program including foreflight. Not sure there are any out there close to Garmin Pilot or Foreflight.
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Durability4 / 5Reliability5 / 5Performance3 / 5Ease Of Use5 / 5Value4 / 5Would You Recommend?YesGreat Android AlternativeWorks great but I sometimes had loading issues on start-up...the maps just took a long time to load. I have it running both on my Samsung phone and my Samsung Tablet!- Was this review helpful? Yes (1) No (1)
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Durability5 / 5Reliability5 / 5Performance5 / 5Ease Of Use5 / 5Value5 / 5Garmin Pilot app is an excellent cockpit tool you will not regretIf you are comparing aviation apps, don't blow off Garmin Pilot. It is definitely worth your thorough evaluation. I have used the app for several years now and have really come to love it. When I researched whether to buy Foreflight or Garmin, I was really conflicted. Both apps are great. Each had some features that I liked better than the competitor's, so it wasn't easy. In the end, I chose Garmin Pilot because it has the same look and feel and consistency of the Garmin GTN 650 avionics in the Cardinal I fly. The menus are similar in layout, functionality, etc. In my mind, consistency is good. The app is super easy to update the maps, chart supplements, approach plates, etc. and has virtually everything I need information wise. I did buy the GDL-39 3D ADS-B receiver with the AHRS unit and it works flawlessly. I feel much more comfortable being in the clouds with a single vacuum pump knowing I have the backup attitude indicator and HSI functions two button presses away. Some other reviewer thought it was pricey, but I will tell you that I think,, compared to the old subscriptions for paper charts, maps, approach plates, etc. I think the $149 i spend per year on Garmin Pilot is a HUGE bargain! In my opinion, considering it has virtually every map and chart resource I need (VFR & IFR) PLUS GPS, weather, E6-B features, etc., this is the best bang-for-the-buck money I spend every year in my flying. Garmin is determined to go head-to-head with Foreflight, which is good for all of us, no matter which product you end up using. Every time there is an update (which is pretty often), I am amazed at the added functions in the software. For example, Garmin recently came out with a Bluetooth-enabled data card for the GTN series avionics that lets them communicate back and forth the the Pilot App. Before I bought Pilot app, I was a little concerned that Garmin would create the app just to say they had one and let it languish while they focused on the avionics side of the business where the real money is. Boy was I wrong, and I'm certainly glad. Bottom line - do your due diligence and choose the app you like best, and you will be very happy with it. I sure am.- Was this review helpful? Yes (9) No (0)
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Durability5 / 5Reliability4 / 5Performance3 / 5Ease Of Use3 / 5Value5 / 5Hard to find the download on Garmin siteSafe Taxi is hit or miss on my tablet for some reason its not staying loaded all the time. thought this would do 3-d as an app maybe I have not found how to yet.for what it does it does Ok- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (1)
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Durability5 / 5Reliability5 / 5Performance5 / 5Ease Of Use5 / 5Value5 / 5Pros: Very easy to use and helps my pre-flight planning get done quickly. Cons: Pricey, but you get what you pay for in expertise! Still learning to use it, but looks like it will be a blessing all around. Have used Garmin GPS products for years while sailing, so impressed w/the reliability and backing.- Was this review helpful? Yes (0) No (0)
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Start typing your question and we'll check if it was already asked and answered. Learn MoreBrowse 8 questions Browse 8 questions and 15 answersWhy would I purchase this through Sporty's rather than just purchase it through the App for the same price?Garmin Pilot App (IFR premium subscription)After the subscription ends, does the app stop working or can you keep using the existing maps?BEST ANSWER: I only had a three day lapse in my coverage, but I did notice that many of the map features no longer worked and all updates stopped. Basically, the app was no longer useable for safe flight. I had shopped the various apps before purchasing Garmin's Pilot Pro and found it to be the best, especially when connected to the GDL 393D. I have been very satisfied for the past year and a half. Hope this helps
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- JOSEPHP M on Aug 2, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 5, 2016
do you need an Ipad with cell capabilities for it to provide a moving map GPS? Or do you need to purchase an ADS-B receiver?BEST ANSWER: We recommend an external GPS. The iPad GPS signal can become unreliable at altitude.- Reply
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- Eric C Staff on Feb 20, 2017
What equipment is needed to display XM weather on Garmin Pilot?BEST ANSWER: You need an XM Weather receiver and a Baron Mobile Link unit. The Baron Mobile Link transmits the proper data format via WIFI signal to up to four devices. I do not currently use XM Weather, but I hear it is very valuable in less dense ADS-B coverage areas.- Reply
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- Velocitor on Apr 3, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2017
GARMIN pilot Standard App iPad -Are the VFR charts for Australia downloadable?BEST ANSWER: I see there are downloads for Australia Standard ($99.99) as well as Australia Premium ($49.99) on top of that.
I assume you must get the Standard first then add the Premium.
The premium gives you synthetic vision and terrain awareness as well as viewing terminal Jepp charts (only with the exorbitantly expensive Jeppesen subscription, of course).
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- Charles B on Oct 19, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 26, 2016
where do i purchase the atlantic data base? I dont see it in your online shopBEST ANSWER: The Atlantic Database is purchased directly from Garmin.- Reply
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- Eric C Staff on Jan 29, 2018
do the maps cover africa as well?BEST ANSWER: Yes, when the Atlantic database is purchased.- Reply
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- Eric C Staff on Jan 5, 2018
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