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Written by Jon Syvertson
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Sunday, 23 November 2008 02:41 |
Waypoint Data
The sources listed below generate FlightMaster-compatible waypoint databases.
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| The waypoint generator at navaid.com. |
navaid.com |
| UK database produced and maintained by Nadim Janjua |
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| Australian database produced by Champagne PC services |
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Airspace Databases
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Effective Date |
Description |
Download |
| Brenor Brophy |
Current |
USA TFR database |
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Written by Jon Syvertson
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Monday, 26 May 2008 17:12 |
FlightMaster Aviation GPS Palm PalmOS PDA Devices
Introduction to PalmOS PDAs
FlightMaster runs on PDAs which use the PalmOS Operating System (it does not
run on Windows Mobile PDAs). There currently three models to choose from.
Palm Treo Phones
The Treo 680 (see right) is a really good choice if you're looking
for a smart phone device. It combines a mobile phone function
with the power of a PDA for a great experience. It is important that you utilize the Palm version because FlightMaster currently only runs on Palm.
One of the really nice things about the Treo is the screen - it's better
than some of the other Palms because it's brighter and easier to read in
daylight conditions. The keyboard is very useful in flight too, as
FlightMaster's map page lets you enter a waypoint identifier to select it.
You might want to read this review of Treo 680.
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Written by Jon Syvertson
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Monday, 26 May 2008 20:44 |
Introduction to GPS receivers
A GPS receiver is what allows you to determine your position using
FlightMaster. The market is literally full of so many different makes of GPS
receivers. Virtually any of these will work with FlightMaster, so it's not
difficult to choose one.
The important consideration is NMEA-0183 compliance - as we said, virtually
every GPS receiver on the market today supports this standard.
Bluetooth GPS Receivers
 We recommend you get a Bluetooth receiver (e.g. a Holux M-1000, pictured
right). It is about the best value we have been able to locate.
There are other options available. I have had very good luck with the both Garmin bluetooth GPS devices that are available. The Garmin BT 10 while more expensive than the Mobile 10 is a very rugged unit. They are a bit more expensive but come with the trust and reputation that garmin has earned over the years.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology which allows you to connect your
PDA to other devices (all the PDAs mentioned on the previous page are equipped
with Bluetooth).
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