Master Designs
Well Known Member
Looking at picking up a Garmin GDL 39 to run Garmin Pilot on my Nexus 7 and wondering if the 3D version is worth the extra $250.00 The 3D version includes a built-in AHRS so it can show a backup attitude indicator and basic synthetic vision.
GDL 39 = $599.99
GDL 39 3D = $849.00
Also, the battery is extra ($50.00). Is the battery useful so things can be programmed/set-up without firing up the motor? The GDL 39 doesn't come with a 110 volt adapter, so without the battery, you must have it plugged in a 12 volt cig lighter to operate. Is there a need to have power to the GDL 39 while on the ground?
Thanks in advance for your input.
GDL 39 = $599.99
GDL 39 3D = $849.00
Also, the battery is extra ($50.00). Is the battery useful so things can be programmed/set-up without firing up the motor? The GDL 39 doesn't come with a 110 volt adapter, so without the battery, you must have it plugged in a 12 volt cig lighter to operate. Is there a need to have power to the GDL 39 while on the ground?
Thanks in advance for your input.