As more aircraft are equipped with the computer display instrumentation ( aka “glass cockpit”), pilots trained on traditional analog instruments must adapt their flying skills and knowledge to fly these new aircraft. For a first timer, it can seem daunting, but with the right training most pilots adjust to the new instrumentation very quickly. They typically find tremendous value both from the increased situational awarenesss that a large multi-function display provides, as well as better access to engine monitoring, weather reports, and forecasts, and help for finding the right local ATC facility or Flight Service Station.
San Carlos Flight Center has invited CFI Nico Figueroa to present “From Steam to Screen: Transition to a G1000 Aircraft,” a safety seminar designed to ease the transition from traditional six-pack instrumentation to the G1000. In this seminar, Nico will introduce pilots to the primary differences between analog and digital cockpits, explain the functions and benefits of systems such as AHRS and ADC, and provide practical tips for safely transitioning from being a VFR private pilot in a six-pack aircraft to an instrument-rated pilot flying a G1000.
If you’ve never flown in a newer glass panel aircraft, we hope you’ll join us for this introductory presentation.
Nico Figueroa is a Certified Flight Instructor at San Carlos Flight Center with experience transitioning between traditional six-pack instruments and the Garmin G1000. He earned his Private Pilot certificate in high school, obtained an engineering degree from Santa Clara University, and is currently diving deep into G1000 functionality as he finishes his CFII training. Nico enjoys working with students at all levels of flight training and is particularly looking forward to helping pilots transition to instrument flying using advanced cockpit systems like the G1000.
