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G1000 Observer Training

Learn basic search techniques, waypoint creation, and grid search strategies for aviation observing. Practice adjusting radios, using intercom, and creating custom waypoints. Enhance SAR skills and review flight procedures.

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G1000 Observer Training

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  1. G1000 Observer Training Day 2: Basic Search Creating Waypoints Grid Search

  2. Review of first flight • Tune radios (ATIS/AWOS) • Adjust intercom volume/squelch • Direct-to • DF an AWOS

  3. Waypoint • A vertical line extending from the Earth’s surface upward. • Airport • Intersection • NDB • VOR • User-defined

  4. Creating a Custom Waypointfrom Present Position • Push the joystick (activates pointer at present location) • Don’t rush; the marked point won’t move. • Press ENT to save • Write down coordinates

  5. Creating a Custom Waypointfrom Coordinates or Distance/Bearing • Go to WPT page group • Go to USER WPT page • NEW soft key • Use inner and outer FMS knobs, and ENT

  6. Parallel Track/Grid Search

  7. Parallel Track/Grid Search • Activate a flight plan consisting of at least the start point (a grid corner) • FPL button • FMS knob: Push to activate cursor • FMS knob: Highlight entry point (grid corner) • MENU button • FMS knob: Search and Rescue • ENT button (continued on next slide)

  8. Parallel Track/Grid Search (cont’d) • FMS knob: • Waypoint: Entry Point • Pattern: Parallel • Initial DTK: Mag heading on first leg (you correct for variation) • Initial Turn: Left/right after entering search pattern • Leg Length: 5NM - 7.5NM • Spacing: 1.0NM • Number of legs: 6 – 8 • FMS knob: ACTIVATE SAR • ENT button *NOTE: Will go direct-to entry point

  9. Revision History

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