On Mon, 27 Feb 2006 19:13:30 -0800, Jack Allison wrote:

As for MarkH's point, IIRC, if you can identify the holding fix with the
GPS, you can legally use the GPS. As I understand, it comes down to the
fact that if it's in the GPS database, you can use it.

For you to use the GPS approach in the Garmin 430, the approach must be
labeled GPS on the approach you select. For example, I select the VOR
alpha at my airport (KMBO), the approach has gps next to it.

This means I can use the GPS mode for the approach or use the OBS for the
approach.

Personally, love the map overlay. If you cannot keep the lil plane on the
purple line, you have no business flying IMC or you are in conditions
beyond your capabilities.

I am so glad I got my IFR ticket b4 getting my 430 installed. Makes me
fully appreciate the ease of situational awareness with the 430.

Allen