I am not an iPad kinda pilot. I have Android (Samsung) everything. I learned to fly on a Garmin 750 and after investing in a share of a 172 with a Stratus EFX I chose to go with the Garmin Pilot App on my Samsung Tablet and then added the GDL50 because the Pilot app only works with Garmin devices. The GDL50 is rugged, simple to understand, simple to pair with the App using the CONNEXT capability, and worked right out of the box. The battery life is as advertised and was plenty for me a full 400 mile cross country flight. I strongly suggest buying the Garmin mount with suction cup for the GDL50 and a cigarette lighter charger for the USB cable just so you have a belt and suspenders approach to your power. I chose not to purchase the Sirius weather + XM GDL52, as most of my flying is local, but I could see this as a path in the future... that or an Avionics upgrade.
Summary: Garmin quality and ease of use brought me peace of mind in the cockpit in very busy airspace. If you are an Android tablet user this is a more expense and highly reliable solution for you with a world class EFB.
| Item Weight | 1.4 pounds |
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| Package Dimensions | 7.4 x 5.83 x 4.37 inches |
| Item model number | GDL 50 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
