GNS Part V Instrument Approaches

In this fifth episode of our Reintroduction to the Garmin GNS430 and 530 navigators, Mike takes a deep dive into what it takes to use these navigators to execute Instrument Approach Procedures. We'll take a quick look at the different types of GPS Approaches and their minimums; look at how to select an airport and the desired approach and transition; how to quickly select another airport; whether, when, and how to activate an approach or a leg onto the approach; how to verify the navigator is in the correct mode to perform the approach; and much, much more.

Captain Mike Jesch flies a Boeing 787 on long-haul routes at work - with perhaps the most modern aviation navigation system available today. With deep roots in the GA world, he is a two-time Master CFI and has been flying for over 40 years. He earned his instrument rating in a Cessna 150 with vacuum tube radios, but he's flown behind a GNS530W in his personal Cessna 182 for a decade now and will bring his engaging and relaxed presentation style home to you.

Join host Captain Brian Schiff and presenter Captain Mike Jesch for this re-introduction to the wonders of modern GPS navigators. Using the Garmin simulator as well as photos and videos from his own airplane, we will illustrate, demonstrate, and educate on the basics.