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Arriving in Style

Plane and Pilot

To cope with these challenges, airline glass flight decks contain a vertical navigation function (VNAV) that keeps the autopilot, and the crew, on the right path to arrive at the final approach fix, or downwind leg, at speed and on altitude. Back down here is GA land, we have many of the same concerns.

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Flight vision systems

Professional Pilot

Aspen Avionics Aspen markets its Evolution Synthetic Vision as an $899 upgrade to its Pro Max retrofit flight displays, intended for Part 23 aircraft with gross weights upward of 6000 lb. Having them both in the same display reduces the pilot’s workload during the most demanding section of the flight.

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Return to Form

Plane and Pilot

Given the need to preserve noggin-to-wing-spar clearance, its a smart but necessary solution. Otherwise, the F2s flight deck layout is generally straightforward. FLIGHT DESIGN CT F2 Price, Fully Equipped: $241,915 Wingspan: 34 ft. Max Gross Weight: 1,320 lbs. Empty Weight: 840 lbs. Wing Area: 121.6