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Dynon vs TruTrak AP
I have a non-touch AFS 5600 that I need to add an autopilot to the panel. I am in the “panel” portion of the built, not a flying airplane. My initial thought was to use the TruTrak Gemini AP thru the ARINC adaptor. The plane will have a remote mount Val NAV 2KR. I was not intending on installing an IFR navigator and only use the GPS off the AFS system. I’m trying to decide if I should upgrade the 5600 (probably $2k) and buy Dynon servos and control head, or just buy the TruTrak. As I have never flown an AP before, I’m not sure if one AP is more capable than the other. I do want the ability to use the AP to fly approaches.
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Just an opinion, but
although I have a 5600T and a Vizion 385 that just work wonderfully, since you have not committed to servos yet, I would just go with the AFS/DYNON system -- the integration would be very smooth and Rob and the Dynon folks would be a great resource.
Ron |
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The ?integrated? autopilots work well, and tend to be about $1K cheaper than the stand alone ones. But, for actual IMC work, the stand-alone units do offer an additional layer of backup. Up to you to decide.
BTW, don?t overlook Trio. They make a great autopilot. |
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My Vizion and servos, as well as a Gemini PFD May be up for sale shortly. |
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A few years back, I had a failure in one of my first gen GRT screens-----the one that drove the A/P.
I lost the ability to follow a GPS driven course, but the internal magician inside the TruTrak head would still hold altitude and heading. Just something to consider. |
I have the vizion 385 autopilot, it is rock solid and it flies a beautiful approach. The only way it will get removed is that i totally lose my mind and redo the panel with an all garmin g3x setup.
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One very nice thing about having an integrated AP is that it knows what your attitude is and can right the plane, should you engage it after an upset.
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