Monday 20 December 2010

Pre avionics upgrade - cockpit view

Here is a view of the cockpit as of the last 3 years. Note that there is no gunsight fitted, although the wiring and plugs are present.


The E2B compass will be moved to the standard position top right of the canopy to make room for a stopwatch (presently missing) and for a panel to fit at eye level:



A Funkwerk ATR833 radio



The remote head of the Trig TT22 Mode S transponder, with the small electronics box in the electrical bay.

 A Garmin Aera500 for basic VFR navgation and orientation. This unit has been chosen for its relatively unobtrusive size and high functionality with touch screen ability. It will be connected to the external GPS aerial already fitted.