PIREP: X-Plane and the G1000 NXi Desktop Trainer

The Garmin G1000 is the heart of most Diamond Aircraft, particularly if you are flying IFR. The NXi version of the G1000 is even more sophisticated with additional features. In many respects it is overwhelming and rivals (and, in some respects, exceeds) the capabilities found on modern airline transport and business jet aircraft.

To fully understand the capabilities of this avionics package while safely on the ground and not burning fuel, a desktop simulator complete with replica displays and controls is a helpful training aid. With the computing power available today, their graphic cards, both off-the-shelf and unique software, and a G1000 hardware replica, a powerful training aid can be created to learn and practice the features of the G1000 and the NXi version.

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