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Old 03-26-2019, 10:01 AM
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I have always liked the AFS mainly due to the layout of the PFD and the menu functions. As Bob said, you really can't go wrong with either system. I see AFS as the leader of innovation with Dynon following suit. As others have said, both run on the SkyView network so everything works. I'm finishing up my highly customized quick panel now with three AFS screens. I also wanted the IFD540 and it integrates seamlessly with the AFS.
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Old 03-26-2019, 01:41 PM
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I too looked at both really hard, but in the end went with a quick panel from Advanced with Dual AFS5600's, Dynon Comm and a bunch of other little things and ready for a Avidyne when I am ready. I am actually picking up this week :-) so expect photos of it soon

My reasoning came down to:

Flexibility of AFS as mentioned. Want a Garmin Nav/Comm? Sure, drops right in (better with their ACM). G5 or Dynon backup? Same deal-

I think the AFS screens are slightly better resolution.

I like the dedicated buttons on AFS

But the thing that won me over was Rob and his team. I heard from several folks, and witnessed it personally that he is pretty much always available for support. I was working on my 7A recently and I he showed up on a Saturday to help out with a panel replacement with their stuff going into a Sportsman (for several hours). Then a 14 showed up, he went out and did a Software update on that plane and then went back to the Sportsman. This was on a Saturday away from his home airport.

The team was great to work with too as I made some changes to my panel during the design phase.

Like others have said, I don't think you can go wrong either way
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Old 03-26-2019, 02:09 PM
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If you plan on wiring the panel yourself, can you buy the advanced control module, or is that only available in a quick panel created by them?

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Old 03-26-2019, 07:04 PM
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I have installed AFS equipment in three airplanes i have built over the last dozen years. The basic functionality that functions on my 5600 will still interface with the early 4500. AFS not only interfaces across their entire product line, it will interface with most other devices that allow it ie stratux etc.
I have dealt with Rob and his team for years. They have set a very high bar for customer service that i doubt any of their competitors can match. It is rare to find a small company that not only offers great service, but is a leading edge EFIS manufacturer.
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Old 03-26-2019, 07:25 PM
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Ok, so I'll chuck in the grenade in this. Played with the Dynon. Then played with the AFS. And then the GRT. Put my money on the GRT HXr next day.

BL: Fiddle with the gear, push the buttons, turn the knobs and buy the one that speaks to you. And forget what it costs. They're all close enough to amortize to peanuts over your life span.
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Old 03-26-2019, 07:36 PM
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Thanks for all the responses. We have made the decision to get to Sun n Fun for 1 day. I will be spending as much time as I can at the AFS booth messing with the panels. I'm a new pilot with no time behind a screen so part of my problem is I don't know what I'll like or won't like when flying. If anyone has tips on exactly what I should try to do with the screens I would be all ears!!
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Old 03-27-2019, 05:59 PM
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Thanks for all the responses. We have made the decision to get to Sun n Fun for 1 day. I will be spending as much time as I can at the AFS booth messing with the panels. I'm a new pilot with no time behind a screen so part of my problem is I don't know what I'll like or won't like when flying. If anyone has tips on exactly what I should try to do with the screens I would be all ears!!
Come see me at Sun-n-Fun Booth B-20 and you can try both systems. I just upgraded my Avidyne IFD540 to a IFD550 in my RV-10 and had to make a test flight last night. I have had both the Avidyne IFD and Garmin GTN650 in my RV-10 for years and have lots of experience with both. The IFD550 has an internal ARS (AHRS - heading) that can be used as a backup attitude display. Now that I have a panel mounted backup attitude solution I can remove the G5 from the glare shield.


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Old 03-27-2019, 07:16 PM
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Thanks Rob, I definitely want to talk with you. I am planning on being there Thursday so you will see me then!!
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Like others have said, I don't think you can go wrong either way
I agree 1000%. Push the buttons on both units then pick the one that feels "best" for you. Whichever one you pick, you won't regret it.

FWIW I have the Dynon SkyView in my airplane.


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Old 03-28-2019, 10:10 AM
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I looked at both systems for my build. For me, it came down to the need (or lack thereof) to integrate other manufacturers into my panel. The Advanced has a lot more flexibility (more complex setup) to accomplish this.

I bought mostly Dynon components and was still able to add a Garmin audio, 2nd com, and GPS with no issues. Also, several pilots around me fly the Dynon system, so I have people to bounce ideas off of. So I have HDX panels in my build. The tilt shelf is very ergonomic and the underside allowed me to install led strip lighting for the switches underneath.

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