GNS 430W vs GNS 480

Robert M. Gary wrote:

Sam Spade wrote:

Robert M. Gary wrote:




I've done instructing in the G1000 (430 basically) and found that the
most difficult (at least VFR) thing for pilots to learn is how to
change pages and manipulate the cursor to enter data. However, the 480
is certainly a more capable unit but more difficult in that regard.


I can't image a 480 being more capable than a G-1000 with WAAS.


Well, our G1000 C-182 doesn't have WAAS yet, but I don't expect that
holds will be added during that upgrade. The G1000 works like the 430.
When it comes to holds you go into suspend and you have to drive it
around the hold. The only difference between the G1000 and 430 with
regard to holds/procedure turns is that the G1000 automatically
resequences when inbound vs. the 430 that you have to press the
OBS/SUSPEND button to start sequencing again.

-Robert


I can only speak to a 530. In a hold in lieu of PT, it automatically
sequences after one circuit, no SUSPEND. When you go into a missed
approach hold it does go into SUSPEND and remains there "forever" until
you decide to leave the hold.

The positive course guidance in a 400/500W is dependent upon having a
roll steering autopilot. I doubt your 182 has a roll steering
autopilot. But, even then, once you have the W upgrade the magenta
flight track will be spot on for a charted hold or procedure turn and
will account for your groundspeed.