Garmin 430 Trainer

GPS Training for the Garmin GNS 430 TSO C129a Certified Receivers

Learn to use the world’s most popular and best selling panel-mount GPS NAV/COM receiver, the Garmin GNS 430. The instructor will use various on-screen presentations and the PC-based Garmin GNS 430 simulator for demonstrations. Be sure to bring your laptop then you will practice the procedures on your Garmin GNS 430 simulator giving you lots of experience with tactile learning.

Download Flying with GARMIN GNS430/530W and enjoy it on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. ‎In this free video we show you how to fly a Standard Instrument Departure using the Garmin 430/530. In this App, as in all our products, we use HD in-flight video and show you how to conduct approaches in actual, real-life IFR. GNS 430 Quick Reference 190-00140-01 Rev. G MAIN PAGE GROUPS 6 maiN paGe GRoUpS The GNS 430’s main pages are divided into 4 separate page groups: NAV, WPT, AUX, and NRST. Each page group is comprised of multiple pages. The page groups are selected using the large right knob. The individual pages are selected using the small right knob.

By learning how to effectively use the Garmin GNS 430 you will be able to easily apply that knowledge to using the Garmin GNS 530, any of the Garmin G1000 family of glass cockpit displays, and also the new Garmin GTN 650 and GTN 750 touchscreen navigators.

During the early part of each day’s course you will learn the various functions and capabilities of these units. During the latter part of each day’s course there are several scenario-based training exercises for you to use your newly acquired knowledge to plan actual trips and put to use your new skills in programming the Garmin GNS 430.

These Transport Canada approved courses allow pilots to meet the 24 month recurrency requirements of the Canadian Aviation Regulations paragraph 401.05(2)(a).

For Canadian Air Operators, these courses may be approved by Transport Canada to meet the ground training requirements for use of GPS pursuant to the Canadian Aviation Regulations Subpart 702, 703 & 704, as well as Private Operators pursuant to Subpart 604. Course can be modified to meet your individual operational requirements. Check with your POI then Contact Us directly.

Click here to Register and then you may pay for your course in advance by using one of the following options, in order of preference:

by using Interact e-Transfer from your Canadian bank account to NavPath Aviation Ltd at info@navpath.com
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by securely paying on-line with your PayPal account, or credit card, to NavPath Aviation Ltd through the NavPath website

You may also attend, on a space available basis, and pay at the door with Interact e-transfer or cash.

Garmin GNS 430 Level I – VFR Navigation

The Level I course introduces you to the Garmin GNS 430 for radio communications and VOR navigation operations. The fundamentals of the Global Navigation System are explained and how the system is used in aviation. Next is a discovery of the many and various flight management capabilities of the Garmin GNS 430. This includes exploring and using the extensive database of operational flight information that you would normally reference on navigational charts or in the Canada Flight Supplement.

The course continues with Direct-to Navigation, Flight Planning for VFR Navigation, and the many other features and operational capabilities of the unit. These features provide you with information that will enable you to make better operational decisions and enjoy safer flying.

Topics

1. Course Overview and Introduction
2. Powering ON the GNS 430
3. Keys and Knobs – Tuning COM and NAV Frequencies
4. GNS 430 Groups and Pages – Basic
5. Fundamentals of GPS and GPS for Aviation
6. GNS 430 Annunciators and Messages
7. Direct TO Navigation
8. Flight Planning for VFR Navigation
9. Scenario-based Flight Operations
10. Course Summary and Warp-up

Garmin GNS 430 Level II – IFR Operations

The Level II course involves exploring all features and capabilities of the Garmin GNS 430 and how you may use them to enhance flight operations. IFR operational capabilities are introduced such as checking the database for current IFR procedures, flight planning to meet specific IFR clearance requirements and checking RAIM prior to departure or approach.

You will learn how to create flight plans that include procedures for departure, arrival and approach, and for the GNS 430W the WAAS LPV approaches and LNAV+V approaches. Changes by ATC are part of normal operations and you will learn how to handle such changes during the various phases of flight.

Topics

Prerequisites: Garmin GNS 430 Level I – VFR Navigation or significant operational experience using a Garmin GNS 430 or GNS 530.

1. Course Overview and Introductions
2. Preparation for IFR Flight Operations
3. IFR Procedures – Departures, Arrivals, Holds and Procedure Turns
4. RNAV (GNSS) Approaches and Missed Approaches
5. Precision and Non-precision Approaches
6. Flight Planning for IFR Operations
7. Scenario-based Flight Operations
8. Course Summary and Wrap-up