Doug wrote:
A GPS will probably just complicate getting your IFR ticket. Suggest
you start without it, talk to your instructor and look at what other
pilots in your area are doing. Also, talk to your DE. Yes an IFR GPS
is a great instrument to have, but it's actually easier to learn on
traditional instruments.

I teach in G1000 aircraft as well as some pre-GPS aircraft. I disagree
with your statement. Doing a PT for an ILS with a moving map is much
easier than trying to figure entry procedures.

-Robert, CFII