What are the Pros and Cons between the Garmin GPSMAP 295 and the Honeywell Skymap IIIC color GPS units?
Please note that these pros and cons are drawn in relation to the comparison of the two units only. GPSMAP 295 Pros: More portable than Skymap IIIC, can operate from AA batteries Database can be updated by user via PC update cable and computer disk Optional Mapsource CD and storage cartridge allows for alternative uses. For example, Metro CD allows for street level mapping which is very useful for vehicular purposes. Most accessories included as standard items (i.e. remote antenna, mount, PC cable, cigarette adapter, etc.) Split HSI / moving map screen Display fields can be easily changed GPSMAP 295 Cons: 4″ diagonal display Horizontal display only= limited viewing area in front of aircraft, inconvenient yoke mount placement Portable use only; cannot be mounted in panel of aircraft; cannot interface with other avionics Skymap IIIC Pros: 5″ bright TFT display Can be used as portable GPS or can be mounted in or on panel of aircraft via optional rack/panel mount. This allows for integrati
Please note that these pros and cons are drawn in relation to the comparison of the two units only. GPSMAP 295 Pros: More portable than Skymap IIIC, can operate from AA batteries Database can be updated by user via PC update cable and computer disk Optional Mapsource CD and storage cartridge allows for alternative uses. For example, Metro CD allows for street level mapping which is very useful for vehicular purposes. Most accessories included as standard items (i.e. remote antenna, mount, PC cable, cigarette adapter, etc.) Split HSI / moving map screen Display fields can be easily changed GPSMAP 295 Cons: 4& diagonal display Horizontal display only= limited viewing area in front of aircraft, inconvenient yoke mount placement Portable use only; cannot be mounted in panel of aircraft; cannot interface with other avionics Skymap IIIC Pros: 5& bright TFT display Can be used as portable GPS or can be mounted in or on panel of aircraft via optional rack/panel mount. This allows for integrati
