Trutrak Vizion Autopilot in a Cherokee | Review and Tutorial | LPV Approach |BendixKing Aerocruze100

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  • In flight thorough review and tutorial of the Trutrak PMA Vizion Autopilot for certified aircraft, also known as the BendixKing AeroCruze 100. I show you most of the features of the Trutrak PMA Vizion autopilot (now known as the BendixKing Aeroucruze 100) and how to use them in flight from Los Angeles to Apple Valley, CA in a Piper Cherokee 6. The Trutrak brings a digital autopilot to many models of certified aircraft at a price finally within reach for many aircraft owners.
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    Typical costs for the Trutrak PMA Vision (BendixKing Aerocruze 100) are $4500-$5000 for the equipment and 25-35 hours install time depending on aircraft’s existing equipment. There are shops quoting flat rates of around $8000 for equipment plus labor. Shop around!
    *portions of flight and ATC communications have been edited or omitted. I am not a CFI. not for training use. for entertainment only.
    Click times to jump to part in video:
    00:35 - Intro
    01:57 - Equipment Overview
    02:45 - Avidyne GPS Connecitivity
    03:08 - Aspen E5 and Garmin G5 integration
    03:51 - Baro Sync
    04:43- Taxi check/GPS Track and Connection Check
    05:45 - Altitude Preselect
    06:44 - Takeoff from KWHP Whiteman
    07:23 - Autopilot Engage in Altitude Preselect mode
    07:56 - Manual selection/adjustment of Track
    08:38 - Adjusting Altitude Selection
    08:55 - Control Wheel Steering (CWS) feature
    09:52 - Trim Annunciator
    10:35 - GPSS Mode
    12:13 - GPS Course Intercept
    13:00 - Avidyne Rubberband function/New Course Intercept
    14:14 - Emergency Level Button
    15:30 - Enaging and Disengaging the autopilot
    15:51 - Automatic Envelope Protection (AEP) Mode
    17:00 - Min and Max Airspeed Protection
    17:57 - Certification limitations
    18:54 - LPV Approach clearance
    19:44 - Stepping down in feeder route and Initial Approach Segments
    21:16 - TAA Approach turn anticipation explanation
    22:35 - Turn Anticipation GPSS
    23:02 - GS Arm before FAF
    23:44 - GS Alive and Turutrak Coupling to Glideslope
    24:13 - LPV Final Approach/Descending on the Glideslope
    25:09 - Autopilot Disconnect on approach
    25:37 - Approach Minimums and Landing
    25:58 - My Opinions on the Trutrak Autopilot
    26:50 - Dynon HDX and Trutrak Integration

Komentáře • 339

  • @frankiep.8446
    @frankiep.8446 Před 4 lety +44

    Eric, This is another excellent video you've put together. I almost feel as though I can watch your vid's and get everything I want out of the TruTrak, Dynon, Avidyne, et.al., without reading the manual. That's how to-the-point, yet thorough, your videos are. Awesome! [and of course I'll still read the pilot manuals ;-) ]

  • @derkhawkins2575
    @derkhawkins2575 Před 4 lety +6

    I love the way you set up your panel. Talk about bang for your buck. Go well.

  • @stoldrag85
    @stoldrag85 Před 3 lety

    After 8 yrs and over 1000hrs in my RV6 I had a 385 installed. Another 2 yrs went by before I made my RV IFR. Having done so now I'm using the AP for the more complex tasks and relearning it. Your video is very helpful. Reading the comments answered most of my questions.
    Looking forward to more of your videos. Subscribed.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 3 lety

      Glad the video is helpful for you and thanks for the sub! Hope you enjoy the future videos. :)

  • @SuperRv6
    @SuperRv6 Před 3 měsíci

    Just installed a Vision 385 in my RV-6. Your video is an excellent introduction to the functions of the autopilot. Thank you!

  • @tnflygirl
    @tnflygirl Před 2 lety +3

    Im getting one installed in my piper cherokee this week and I cant wait. This video is very helpful, thank you!

  • @N91CZ
    @N91CZ Před 9 měsíci

    I've been flying different generations of the Trutrak auto pilot for 12 years and still learned something new.

  • @AClark-gs5gl
    @AClark-gs5gl Před 2 lety

    What a great Cherokee 6 restoration model to follow! An exponential reduction of any guess work, for sure!
    Cannot thank you enough for taking the time to produce, shoot, edit and upload this General Aviation Private Pilot Family oriented series of videos!
    🙏🇺🇲💪

  • @petersnelling9047
    @petersnelling9047 Před 3 lety +1

    We are upgrading our panel and upgrading an old century AP with the true Tran. ( PA28 181 ) good video! Don’t know what I don’t know so I’ll keep coming back! Thanks!

  • @jdconwaydvm
    @jdconwaydvm Před 4 lety

    Best video I have seen on the real world scenarios using the TT/Aerocruze! I fly regularly and could not be happier with this product!!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Thanks! I think it is a really solid option and have been enjoying it.

  • @StevenDwightman
    @StevenDwightman Před 2 lety

    I fly the world's fastest single-engine amphibian, a PT6-powered Seawind, N71RJ, with a nearly identical TruTrak - a Socerer. Things happen quickly. You video is a great refresher worth watching before each flight. You guide viewers through the three phases, departure, cruise and landing. Thanks to you and TruTrak, my flights are easier. I can now get the most out of my Socerer.

  • @seanmcgrath9537
    @seanmcgrath9537 Před 4 lety

    I added a TT vision 385 to my RV7 about a year ago and have never been comfortable with and seeing it used. Your video is great on the operation in a real world setting and I learned a great deal. Keep it up!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      I hope it was helpful for you and you get your Trutrak worked out. I think when the settings are dialed in nicely it seems to work great.

  • @andrewjacobs7860
    @andrewjacobs7860 Před 4 lety +7

    Dude, I don’t fly, but the level of knowledge you have is insane. I didn’t understand 90% of what you said, but it was still a great video. Can’t wait to check out more.

  • @thomasard4977
    @thomasard4977 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent video, thanks for the demo of the trutrack/king 100 Autopilot. You answered all my questions about it.

  • @firecosman
    @firecosman Před 4 lety

    Another great video. We recently purchased a 1976 C182 (also based at WHP) and it has two G5’s and a GFC500. I’m just starting to learn the system but listening to your technical description of your AP really makes it seem simple. Keep up the good work making these videos brother. They’re awesome.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Stop by and say hi anytime in the Delta row hangars at Whiteman. I hear the 182s are great - I have only flown 172s. The GFC500 is a great autopilot and has more capabilities and features than the Trutrak. It should serve you well!

  • @williamwarne89
    @williamwarne89 Před 3 lety

    Great video and excellent communicator. I'm new to AP and doing some homework before getting in the air with a new panel. Your presentation is the best of all the avionics tutorials I've seen yet. Thanks and keep'em coming!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 3 lety

      Wow thanks so much. I appreciate that. I hope to make more useful videos. :)

  • @johnclunan4488
    @johnclunan4488 Před 4 lety +2

    Love you video and just found your channel. I have owned a single engine Commander with an ancient Century 1 autopilot and can't bring myself to spend close to $20K for an STec 30, am hopeful that Trutrak will soon include AC11 in their fleet. Also love what you did to your panel and aircraft overall, seems like perfect family "SUV". Look forward to watching your channel!

  • @architectcharlesbarryturne7313

    Having just got one of these installed in my plane your video was huge help in learning to operation of it. I love this unit. Thank you!

  • @BrianSmithSmartini
    @BrianSmithSmartini Před 5 měsíci

    I just bought a Cardinal with this AP, and reading the manual was confusing, to say the least. Your scenario-based video was exactly what I was looking for. I have "translated" the video into step-by-step mini-checklists for each scenario, to help me learn (memorize) how to use it in the plane. Thank you so much!

  • @flybuddy2
    @flybuddy2 Před 4 lety +3

    Excellent video content..I've got TT, Avidyne and Aspen (installed at the same place) and I still learned a couple of tricks from you...thx!

  • @ryandickson2224
    @ryandickson2224 Před 4 lety +1

    This channel deserves so much more popularity

  • @justme-0000
    @justme-0000 Před 4 lety +18

    Bro I wanna be your guest on the plane , you're are awesome.

  • @megatrantrucking8256
    @megatrantrucking8256 Před 3 lety +2

    You make really good videos brother! I absolutely love your avionics set up. Now you have me wanting to buy a 6. Keep the videos coming.

  • @joechoward
    @joechoward Před 4 lety

    Your videos are awesome. You're providing me with a plethora of ideas on how to design and equip my own future airplane. Great job!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      So glad the videos could be useful for you. It is nice to know they can make a difference for someone and their aviation journey!

  • @Jeffopar
    @Jeffopar Před 2 lety

    Hey Eric, this was beyond helpful. I am getting checked out tomorrow in a cherokee with a trutrak and this was a great overview. Thank you!

  • @williamisaacs6569
    @williamisaacs6569 Před rokem

    Great video. I am just getting back into flying after 25 years and can’t believe the new panels
    I’m trying to find a plane to bring up to date and your panel is awesome

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před rokem

      Oh yeah the new stuff is really incredible. Good luck in your plane search!

  • @tffexx
    @tffexx Před 3 lety +1

    Perfect editing adds extra interest in the video
    Loved it

  • @johncarol2
    @johncarol2 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video. I just had the Vizion 100 installed in my Cessna 182Q and am going up to KLNS tomorrow to pick it up. Great orientation for me.

  • @randywilliams6526
    @randywilliams6526 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the great videos I am in the process redoing a 1972 Cherokee total makeover and have the same place for the avionics and just told Jesse to order the Trutrak because of your video. Also I have the same Dynon sky view and IFD 540. You’re other videos on the sky view and 540 are of great help.

  • @ashfsk100
    @ashfsk100 Před 4 lety +1

    Awesome video. Pretty thorough tutorial. Love your videos.

  • @jamesmayhew8958
    @jamesmayhew8958 Před rokem

    Thank you for the video. I found it clear and helpful, with manageable information density.

  • @meb8128
    @meb8128 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the info on the installation Eric!

  • @billwood4182
    @billwood4182 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for a well organized and complete review!!

  • @047thRonin
    @047thRonin Před 4 lety +1

    Man this is great content, clear and easy to understand

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      Thank you so much for taking the time to comment with feedback. It's great for me to know that I'm covering things in a clear, understandable way.

  • @_chipchip
    @_chipchip Před 4 lety +1

    Super interesting. Thanks for the video, appreciate the effort!

  • @Iflyp28warrior
    @Iflyp28warrior Před 4 lety +1

    I can see my Tail number on your screen also heard my voice on the radio 8:47 second ,Priceless....Great videos

  • @francoischarbonneau7107

    Very good for me to learn because I have installed one TRUTRAK with gnx375. Thank you. Very clear course.

  • @mussen1876
    @mussen1876 Před 2 lety

    Great review - love watching these videos

  • @edyoung6563
    @edyoung6563 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video. I hope to get my PPL by the end of July/early August and then buy a 180. I like the Trutrak, espcially the CWS center button functionality. Another great video.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 3 lety +1

      It’s a good autopilot as long as you understand it’s limitations (mostly regulatory)

  • @rodolfocastro3222
    @rodolfocastro3222 Před 4 lety

    Excellent review! Thank you!

  • @bbt95762
    @bbt95762 Před 3 lety

    nice overview - love you videos - thanks for sharing

  • @gmccormack1234
    @gmccormack1234 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the video! Keep making them :)

  • @andrewbeaton3302
    @andrewbeaton3302 Před 4 lety

    That is incredible! I used to have a dji Mavic pro 2 that had similar gps functions! Love these videos!

  • @conradbeckles465
    @conradbeckles465 Před 4 lety

    Great video! Thanks for posting

  • @MatthewMiller716
    @MatthewMiller716 Před 4 lety +15

    This an amazing channel. I'm a military pilot and I'm thinking about a cherokee in the future! I love piper!

    • @josesbox9555
      @josesbox9555 Před 4 lety +4

      Matthew Miller Cherokee six is great but the 235 is a bit of a sleeper and a real value airplane.

    • @MatthewMiller716
      @MatthewMiller716 Před 4 lety +4

      @@josesbox9555 I see that! I hold a civilian commercial IFR SE & ME land so I'm gitty about planning a personal plane purchase one day. Difficult to decide multi use vs. like singular use of an airframe

  • @darrelllyvers9073
    @darrelllyvers9073 Před 2 lety

    Great review of functions step by step.

  • @chrisc161
    @chrisc161 Před 4 lety

    Great video I am getting mine in May. Thank you

  • @Hglouis
    @Hglouis Před 3 měsíci

    Great video, thank you!

  • @PilotFun101
    @PilotFun101 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jessesaint6641
    @jessesaint6641 Před 4 lety

    Great video, Eric.

  • @anamericanview
    @anamericanview Před 2 lety

    Excellent ! Very pro job...

  • @paullaverty3038
    @paullaverty3038 Před 4 lety

    Very informative well. video enjoyed it I will be watching more thank you

  • @OtakuAviators
    @OtakuAviators Před 4 lety

    Love your channel! It's fun and informative! Just subscribed and looking forward to the next videos. :-) Greetings from AMS

  • @PA28-181
    @PA28-181 Před 8 měsíci

    Eric...I love the way you describe the use of the A/P... Better than the manual!

  • @ticorodriguez100
    @ticorodriguez100 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for the information

  • @TEESHEFFER
    @TEESHEFFER Před 2 lety

    Well done on your Video. Shows the utility. Personally, I prefer the PortaPilot autopilot, which i’ve been flying with in myC172M. It is less than $3,000, simple to use and does not involve installation since it is a portable snap-in autopilot.

  • @GMascelli
    @GMascelli Před 4 lety

    Excellent video!

  • @hughmarloweverest1684
    @hughmarloweverest1684 Před 4 lety

    I enjoyed the video. Thank you.

  • @pilotreefer2930
    @pilotreefer2930 Před 4 lety

    Awesome video

  • @tayfunyakici1014
    @tayfunyakici1014 Před 2 lety

    Perfect video

  • @Motosuwa
    @Motosuwa Před 4 lety +2

    Literally feel like I know Trutrak as if I know own it ahaha Great Video!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +3

      that's awesome. I hope to be super thorough and cover all the details...but always in flight while actually using the gear. :)

  • @Myfivestarsuccess
    @Myfivestarsuccess Před 3 lety

    Just got an RV 6A with a Trutrack. Can't wait to learn how to use it.

  • @carlosserfaty3275
    @carlosserfaty3275 Před 4 lety

    Very good video, excellent explanation, I'm not a pilot a just a aviation enthusiasts.

  • @pilotgirl5953
    @pilotgirl5953 Před rokem +1

    Excellent! Looking at buying an aircraft with a trutrac. Great info. Thx

  • @IkoVenture
    @IkoVenture Před 4 lety +1

    Great video and excellent setup. One thing I was thinking about. Since the trim isn’t connected, you really have to keep an eye on that. If not you can disconnect and give your passengers that super fun surprise climb, or, in a worse case, going missed in IMC and transitioning into the missed you could have the incorrect trim setup close to the ground. I guess the speed limits would help with that, but it would be an exciting couple of seconds. Keep the videos coming!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +3

      That's definitely a good point. I usually disconnect the autopilot, feel the trim and then re-engage it if I make a major power or attitude change. I have grown used to the idiosyncrasy with it and haven't had any surprises with being very far out of trim yet.

  • @cavuair4479
    @cavuair4479 Před 4 lety +1

    VERY nicely done Eric! I got the first Vizion shipped the morning TT received the STC letter. (But a couple of other pilots beat me to the install! ) :) Love it! Exceeded my expectations.. Cheers! See you in the forum! Dave (Cappy48) Once again.. excellent vid!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Thank you so much! Your comments and insight on Piper Forum have been super helpful in preparing to create this video.

  • @darylg.5851
    @darylg.5851 Před 4 lety

    Love your videos.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Thanks so much! It has been fun creating them.

    • @jessiepickering97
      @jessiepickering97 Před 4 lety

      Dig the vid - hey im trying to plan a x country from sarasota florida to san luis obispo ca. I bought a plane in florida and have to get it back to SLo. You mind sharing your flight plan from back when you made that trip? This is my wife’s youtube account, so i can provide an email.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      No problem you can email me at flyingmonkeysocal@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @socalflyingmonkey

    • @jessiepickering97
      @jessiepickering97 Před 4 lety

      SoCal Flying Monkey k will shoot you an email

  • @v1rotate391
    @v1rotate391 Před 3 lety

    I bought one at Sun N Fun because of you for my Lance. Great review
    Dynon next

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 3 lety

      awesome. glad to be helpful. Please tell the brands when you buy - it helps out all the content creators make more fun stuff! Thank you!

  • @blucklightfoxartinnovation9357

    nice omg it's phamtom plane nice video keep up the good work a+

  • @stanspiper
    @stanspiper Před 4 lety

    Good Stuff!

  • @davidmangold1838
    @davidmangold1838 Před rokem

    I have the same autopilot in my Velocity. It needs some servo sensitivity adjustments, as the roll mode hasn’t worked. Will make adjustments soon, being in the phone with BK tech guy. You made a Great video. You have a very nice six (I had one for four years👍🏻).

  • @jansimmons5901
    @jansimmons5901 Před 4 lety

    nice video!

  • @bossthefluff
    @bossthefluff Před 4 lety

    Haha. I'm sure you'll have some plonker report you to the FAA for allowing the plane fly itself with you in the back even though you explain it, though I hope not. Nice SFX work. :) I was just made redundant flying the A380, where I spent my last 9 years and 7,000hrs. I haven't flown anything other than CZcams since March, and I've realized how I miss it immensely. If you love flying it's somewhat immaterial if you're in a 575 ton jet beast, or a 3500lbs SEL piston airplane. I used to work for a small Navajo operator out of Burbank, and we did all our maintenace at Whiteman. I love your channel for several reasons. One of them is my connection to your home field. I also love seeing you fly to all the fields I spent my youth flying to. I'm happy I found your channel. There is only one thing I dislike with small airplanes, and that's the unnecessarily small buttons and switches compared to airliners. I never understood that. It's not even a real estate problem half of the time, but a design choice. AEP is awesome. That will save many lives. I'm very impressed how many protection modes this somewhat basic autopilot have. Well done having it installed.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Andy, Thanks for your comments and sharing your story. I hope youre able to get back in the air sometime soon! Flying a Navajo out of Burbank sounds like it would have been fun- I enjoy landing there and mingling with the large commercial jets- makes a little GA pilot feel like one of the big boys. Haha. I agree about the autopilot- all the new tech getting more easily certified is coming loaded with great features and should make things safer. Thanks for watching the channel!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      and yeah I am keeping on to the source files and VFX project of that shot in case anyone accuses me of actually sitting in the back with the AP on!

    • @bossthefluff
      @bossthefluff Před 4 lety

      @@SoCalFlyingMonkey Thanks for replying. Yes. I truly hope to get back in the air again soon. Sadly it probably won't be in the left seat of an A380 since they're scrapping them at a high rate. Easily the best airplane I've ever flown. I know exactly what you mean about mingling with the big jets. Even though it was in 1991 I still recall taxiing a Grumman Cougar on taxiway A for a 25L takeoff just ahead of a DC10, and it felt like I was one of the gang :) The Whiteman direct to final 15 BUR was awesome. I would not even retract the gear. I think I climbed to about 500 AAL & just adjusted pitch and heading a bit & I was on short final. You can correct me on that one. It was a few years ago... Must be one of the shortest airport transfers in the US. Once again, your channel is very enjoyable on several levels.

  • @frazerpeterson2857
    @frazerpeterson2857 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video. I bought a TruTrak vision a couple years ago and never have figured out all the details that you showed in your video. TruTrak should’ve done a video like this along time ago. They used to do what they called a tip Tuesday but they quit doing that sometime ago. I subscribe to your channel and will really enjoy watching you fly. N34490

  • @flying107
    @flying107 Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome detailed video! Really well done on all your videos!!
    I’m reluctant to pull the trigger on Dynon panel for my Piper Warrior because of the stated legal limitations of the Aerocruz 100 and the fact that altitude has to be manually synced between the Dynon and Trutrak. Do these things bother you when flying? What are your thoughts on this?

  • @ninja5267
    @ninja5267 Před 4 lety +1

    thanks for the video. Just found your channel and I also have a PA-32 that is about how yours started out but mine came with a new engine so I had that cost built in. I'm currently eyeing the Garmin GFC 500 so this was incredibly helpful as I think the cost to get the Garmin is going to be near 20k (Two G5's included) total and I didnt know of a good alternative to look into that was any cheaper. Definitely going to give this AP a close look.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      Glad I could help. Just be aware of the legal restrictions of the Trutrak as far as coupled instrument procedures and 700' AGL disco altitude. The GFC500 is more useable in these respects.

    • @mwteixeira
      @mwteixeira Před 4 lety

      Lee I’m in the same boat. 60 hrs in my ‘78 PA32-300. This video has given me much to think about. Love the GFC 500 but having a tough time justifying the cost since my Century AP still works.

    • @mattivirta
      @mattivirta Před 2 lety

      garmin have wold biggest scammer thief lier, factory go out gauges 200-500$ but dealers sell gauges 2000-6000$ totally idiot scammer and thief, newer buy garmin gauges, old gauges working fine no need idiot glass panel waste money.

  • @rainerzufall689
    @rainerzufall689 Před 4 lety

    Took me 26 minutes to actually notice I hadn't clicked thumbs up the whole time. I was busy watching!

  • @grezzyummyfoodtrip6923

    wow nice!

  • @rogerfrench1386
    @rogerfrench1386 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video, packed with great information for those of us contemplating installation of the TruTrak. Thanks

  • @JohnW-yu2rf
    @JohnW-yu2rf Před rokem

    Added HDX and Aerocruze 100 flatpack to my airplane. Saint Aviation did a great install. Good combination for the price.

  • @kenmunn4421
    @kenmunn4421 Před 2 lety

    Great video….

  • @grullord
    @grullord Před 4 lety

    well done

  • @anthonydurrahsr3554
    @anthonydurrahsr3554 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video trying to do the same N55563

  • @chadgriffith5819
    @chadgriffith5819 Před 4 lety +7

    Been waiting on this, my six still has all steam gauges, Id like to chat about your panel one day soon.

  • @hamrepair3815
    @hamrepair3815 Před 4 lety

    Excellent video, straight forward.

  • @jamieweber5005
    @jamieweber5005 Před 3 lety

    I'm a pilot and I can say this airplane I'm my opinion it is better then a Commercial flight

  • @flyinguy86
    @flyinguy86 Před 4 lety

    You have it right, NASTE is Nast-E, Nasty. Thanks for sharing. I’ll look for you next time you call Joshua!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      you're a controller on Joshua Approach? That's awesome. All the controllers that handle the SoCal area have been so great over my short 5 year flying career around here. Always appreciate it.

    • @flyinguy86
      @flyinguy86 Před 4 lety

      I am at Joshua! It’s a fun facility.
      Flew a lot before my time at Joshua too, about 10 years ago. We’d have you for a visit if we ever open for tours again!

  • @MrFlatpanel
    @MrFlatpanel Před 3 lety

    In the hanger turn on your master/.instruments/ & autopilot. Does it lock up your controls ? Can you overcome the force of the servos? Please post your results--John R

  • @perimeletiou
    @perimeletiou Před 3 lety +1

    Very informative video. Just wondering if the Avidyne is capable of LPV approaches , or an ILS one, is the Trutrak certified to perform both of them? Wishing you great flights and fun always.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 3 lety +1

      The video has a whole section where the TT flies an LPV approach that the Avidyne is navigating. It is capable of this but technically not certified for "coupled instrument procedures." I also cover this in the video. The description has clickable timestamps. The TT will not follow analogue nav signals like VORs or ILS, but it will follow GPS overlays of these things. Most airports that have an ILS have a complementary LPV.

  • @markbrightman5988
    @markbrightman5988 Před 4 lety

    I notice at 9:08 when you go through the steps to set up ALT SEL that you comment "push the KNOB twice". I can not find anywhere in the documentation that pushing the KNOB twice is required. Am I missing something???? Nice video BTW. A friend recently had this installed in his Cherokee 180 and we are both trying to work through the various modes. As we learn more about the operation of the system, I might ask another question.....especially about using the AP during approaches. Thanks

  • @waynelakey6573
    @waynelakey6573 Před 4 lety

    Who did you use to upgrade the interior and electronics? All the same company? Wayne

  • @Kaipeternicolas
    @Kaipeternicolas Před 4 lety

    Great video one again but I'm not the right customer for that kind of AP. I'm used to the GFC 700 and can't deal with an AP that can't use the NAV source from my PFD. I don't want to be switching back and fourth. As you said, it's a good simple AP for people who are not used to flying on AP. I have tremendous respect for people like you that fly across the country without an AP. I can't even imagine haha...

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      Its definitely a specific product for a specific market segment. If Dynon ever approves their AP for the PA32 I may put that in depending on the features and limitations. But for what it is built to do, the TT is very very good. Thanks for watching!

    • @Kaipeternicolas
      @Kaipeternicolas Před 4 lety +1

      @@SoCalFlyingMonkey yeah agreed! Thanks again for your absolute awesome videos!

  • @johnpool8629
    @johnpool8629 Před 4 lety

    Great video, thanks! We bought an Arrow with a Trutrak, Aspen EFD 1000 Pro and a Garmin 430w and the Trutrak seems to work great when coupled to the 430w for GPSS. One question I have is - what is the best procedure when in GPSS mode when given vectors from ATC? It is a bit of a pain to couple the Trutrak to the Aspen (there is a manual switch), bug the heading then put the Trutrak in Aspen mode. With your setup, when in GPSS mode, do you just switch to TRK mode and use the knob to get on to the course provided by ATC? Or use the CWS? We haven't played with the system much, but since I saw your video I figured I would ask here. Thanks!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      When given vectors I typically just push the mode button to go into track mode and dial in the desired track. I also then confirm the altitude is set to the desired altitude. Has worked for me so far. FOr some reason I dont ever hold the control wheel steering button but maybe I should start trying to do it? I think that would work pretty well too!

    • @johnpool8629
      @johnpool8629 Před 4 lety +1

      @@SoCalFlyingMonkey Thanks! That's sort of what I planned to do and then just keep an eye on the heading on the Aspen HSI to make sure I'm on the right heading (since ATC uses heading taking wind into consideration and TRK is ground track). Played with it a bit yesterday in the air and the Trutrak held altitude and heading great! Followed the Garmin 430w GPSS commands like it was on rails. Great system. Thanks!

  • @ZazaBoeing747
    @ZazaBoeing747 Před 3 lety

    That’s a great review and movie production you’ve got there! Congratulations! And, quick question, would automatic trim cost much more?

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 3 lety

      Thank you. I dont think it is an option with the certified version of this autopilot.

    • @ZazaBoeing747
      @ZazaBoeing747 Před 3 lety

      @@SoCalFlyingMonkey Oh ok! Thanks for the info!

  • @mikeshort3838
    @mikeshort3838 Před 4 lety

    Excellent video! I just found your page today. I bought a Cessna 182 3 Weeks ago that is equipped with the True Trak Vision. It’s my first plane with an autopilot so I’m learning as I go. I really appreciate this video! Do you have any issues over / under shooting altitude in a decent or climb? I’m sure it’s something I’m not doing correctly while managing power. Thanks again for this video!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      Congrats on your 182! I hear those are great airplanes. I had some issues overshooting climb and then I adjusted the Vertical Activity (up in value) and it helped a lot. The 300HP Cherokee 6 can overpower the level off if not managed especially since there is no autotrim so I listen for the altitude bug on the HDX to alert as I approach the altitude and start managing power within 100 feet or so of the altitude. It does a good job now of levelling off. One other thing is to make sure your Baro is sync'd as close as it can be. Many times I think the AP overshoots but I had an inaccurate Baro sync- either sync'd improperly, forgot to resync in new sector, or cycled the AP power. Once you get the TT dialed in nicely its a great tool.

    • @mikeshort3838
      @mikeshort3838 Před 4 lety

      SoCal Flying Monkey thanks for the advice! My 182 is a PPonk 285 horse so definitely understand what you’re saying. I’m still learning how to properly manage it. I have a GTN750 and 2 G5’s. If I’m slaved to the G5 I believe the baro syncs automatically. If I’m using the GTN750 I have to set it. I will look at adjusting the Vertical Activity next time I’m up. Thanks again and great job on the CZcams channel!

  • @robertgrant7290
    @robertgrant7290 Před 2 lety

    Nice video!! Is there any reason why you couldn't use track mode to fly an ils or vor approach?

  • @evanskariuki3779
    @evanskariuki3779 Před rokem

    Great review. Helped me pass instrument. Do you have a video for Avidyne IFR?

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před rokem

      Not specifically but I have a lot of instrument flying videos as part of a series on the Flying Monkey Patreon. They just added a couple free options so check it out at www.patreon.com/socalflyingmonkey

    • @evanskariuki3779
      @evanskariuki3779 Před rokem

      @@SoCalFlyingMonkey Thanks. I have signed up for Patrion. Will watch them

  • @royshroud9536
    @royshroud9536 Před 2 lety

    Is there any option to connect a keypad of some variety to your autopilot? Just wondering!

  • @scottr2003
    @scottr2003 Před 4 lety +4

    Hello,
    Great video. I’m currently looking at a Cherokee 300 but am having a hard time getting away from my job to take the time off and check it out. I’ve got about 100-150 hours of single engine fixed wing. I’m a commercial Helicopter with just about 5500 TT. I flew UH-60’s in the Army now I fly for CBP. I’m thinking about getting a plane because I’m planning on retiring in the next 7-8 years and that would be my retirement hobby. I’d love to hear more about your purchase adventure and would welcome any advice.
    Thanks in advance!
    Scott

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety

      You can email me at flyingmonkeysocal@gmail.com and we can talk buying planes...

  • @badGamr
    @badGamr Před 4 lety

    Love the videos. Very well made. For me tho (and IMHO), the transitions are a bit much. Once in a while to really punch up a shot change is perfect but you have SO many! Other than that, Stellar stuff!

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +1

      Haha yeah I think I just found a free transition pack while editing this one. LOL.

    • @badGamr
      @badGamr Před 4 lety

      @@SoCalFlyingMonkey Greatly looking forward to your next video :)

  • @FlightRisk2010
    @FlightRisk2010 Před 4 lety +2

    I like it for VFR only pilots but they really need to get rid of the 700 AGL limitation. There's something wrong with the fact that you have all those modern avionics but can't fly a coupled approach to minimums. Really great video though and a beautiful airplane.

    • @SoCalFlyingMonkey
      @SoCalFlyingMonkey  Před 4 lety +2

      Yes it sure would be nice to have a lower limitation and no restriction on coupled procedures. I believe TT made a conscious decision for easier (faster) certification to get this product to market ahead of some others. They are definitely aware that we would like these limitations changed but they seem to barely be able to keep up with orders so I am not optimistic that it would happen anytime soon. It definitely is a product that fills a certain need for a certain type of pilot/flying and I think if one is aware of that going in to it then that person would be happy with the unit. Thank you for the positive comment about the video!