On 2004-11-29 15:37, Corky Scott wrote:
On Sun, 28 Nov 2004 13:47:07 -0600, "Bill Denton"
wrote:


I am currently using a Jepp CR-3, but I'm working on my Christmas list and
I'm wondering if I should add an E6B.

Does one have any advantages over the other as far as real life, training,
exams, go?

As a separate issue, I am also looking at the Jepp TechStar, the CX-2
Pathfinder, and Sporty's electronic flight computers.

Any recommendations?


Does anyone actually use an E6B anymore? If so, what for?

Corky (just wondering) Scott

A pilot at my club claims the only time he used the E6B after getting
his electronic nav-tools, was when he was landing on a snowy field and
couldn't get good visual references to ground.

He threw out the E6B, and it landed flat on the ground, making a nice
visible reference point (it has a red skin cover) for the landing.

/Rolf