In the Cherokee and the C150 I train in, there are some ancient
(1997-era) Magellan GPS units that have VERY limited capabilities and
even more outdated databases that can't be updated. I don't have any
trust in that technology. I do trust the VOR(s) though. I trust the
compass for dead reckoning. Frankly, I don't want to know much about
that GPS as I have no intent on using it. I would rather master the
"legacy" skills needed to navigate using terrestrial navigation
techniques. I'll add technology later as I can and desire to.

Chris


Jose wrote:
If I were a CFI, I would NEVER discourage the use of technology in the
cockpit.


There's a difference between the use of technology and the =reliance= on
it. I agree that we should all be able to =use= the available
technology. However, I see too many pilots, especially new ones, that
=rely= on it to such an extent that they could not navigage without it.

=This= is dangerous.

Jose