Time to replace the KNS-80

On Sat, 03 Jun 2006 07:33:58 -0400, Ron Rosenfeld
wrote:

On Wed, 31 May 2006 19:56:17 -0400, Roger
wrote:

Well it looks like it's about time to replace the old KNS-80 RNAV.
That thing has had a lot of use, it's getting old, and it's been in
the shop a number of times.

Currently the frequency selector appears to need cleaning, but I'm not
sure how long it has left.

So, I'm looking into a certified GPS that will fill the hole left by
the KNS-80. It's also going to need to drive the GS/Localizer head.
Not being current on GPSs I see what appear to be a number that would
probably work.

Any socially acceptable suggestions?

Roger Halstead (K8RI & ARRL life member)
(N833R, S# CD-2 Worlds oldest Debonair)
www.rogerhalstead.com

The GNS480 is currently WAAS enabled under TSO146. It also has airways in
the database that you can conveniently use for entering flight plans,
unlike the 430 or 530.

Since it is under TSO146, there are some other advantages vs. the TSO129
(non-WAAS units). These are mentioned in the AIM.

Thanks all for the info on the 480. If the KNS-80 has bitten the dust
for the last time I'm pretty sure I'll go that route instead of
picking up another KNS-80.

Roger Halstead (K8RI & ARRL life member)
(N833R, S# CD-2 Worlds oldest Debonair)
www.rogerhalstead.com



Ron (EPM) (N5843Q, Mooney M20E) (CP, ASEL, ASES, IA)