On Thu, 11 Nov 2004 13:36:08 -0500, Dave Butler
wrote:

I think I know what we will do (go for the HSI), but I'm collecting opinions.

Is the NSD360 likely to become a maintenance headache?

I've had a non-slaved NSD360 since 1986. It has been down for maintenance
once.


In the electronic age, does it make sense to install an electromechanical aid to
situational awareness?

That depends on how big your wallet is :-))

I find it very useful for flying back courses; and it is more useful for SA
than is a plain CDI.

However, since installing my CNX80, I have found myself referring to the
ground track vs desired track information (on the GPS) more frequently than
to the CDI in order to fine tune my heading.


--ron