ADS-B Update: equipping for 2020 and reviewing portables
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Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast, or ADS-B, is a hot topic among pilots right now. With the January 1, 2020 deadline to equip with ADS-B Out coming up fast, the time to make a decision about a panel upgrade is here. In addition, a new group of portable ADS-B receivers have been introduced this year, making it a great time to add in-flight weather to your favorite EFB app. In this fast-paced webinar recording, you’ll learn all about ADS-B In, ADS-B Out, the options for equipment, and some operating tips.
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Coming from an aviation family, John grew up in the back of small airplanes and learned to fly as a teenager. Ever since, he has been hooked on aviation of all kinds and regularly flies a Citabria, a Pilatus PC-12, and a Cirrus SR22. He is a 4000-hour ATP and also holds ratings for multiengine, seaplanes, gliders, and helicopters. He has written for Flying magazine, AOPA Pilot, and Plane & Pilot, and is currently the Editor-in-Chief of Air Facts and the host of the Pilot’s Discretion podcast.
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Great detailed summary !
Thank-You ….
Once again you sent out more fake news
Alaska has about a quarter of the ground base stations needed with no more coming.
Couple that with the fact we do not have satilite based radio signals. Ask yourself why would I buy ADSB out without the supporting infrastructure? We were promised a wedding cake and recieved a Cupcake!