I am thinking about switching the 396 in the aircraft I purchased for a 696. I have tried to search and read the threads on the 696 but still have some questions. Garmin tells me the 696 has a very good internal antenna and their is no need to go with a external if the unit will have a clear view. Has this been most users experience?
The updates are expensive and confusing. Is there any way to get NOS charts available for free loaded into the unit? Would geo referencing work in that case?
Does anyone opt for the more expensive WX options or is the base 34 dollar monthly package good enough. Seems like a big price increase to pick up winds aloft and freezing levels ect...
Thanks!
George
The updates are expensive and confusing. Is there any way to get NOS charts available for free loaded into the unit? Would geo referencing work in that case?
Does anyone opt for the more expensive WX options or is the base 34 dollar monthly package good enough. Seems like a big price increase to pick up winds aloft and freezing levels ect...
Thanks!
George