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5/4/2016 7:59 PM
 

Start with notifications that ANY smart or not so smart watch can consume. This gives minimum support with minimum cross-platform effort.

Then get really wild with customizable alerts, timers, next desired track, trk <> dtrk alert, and timers for ils assistance.

 
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5/4/2016 8:20 PM
 
With an IFly device or tablet displaying the information, would a watch really add any capability or convenience? Or, would it be another device to fool with and more of a distraction? IDK.
 
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5/5/2016 10:27 AM
 
I cannot imagine anyone wanting to use the miniscule display on a watch for anything other than to tell the time! And the older one becomes the harder it is to see small fonts, even on a smartphone. My 10 inch tablet that just about fits on the yoke is ideal for this old guy!
 
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5/5/2016 10:35 AM
 
Agreed. My 7 inch IPad Mini 4 is perfect. IPhone 6S Plus is a good back-up. A watch...not so much.
 
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5/5/2016 10:52 AM
 

I wouldn't necessarily target a watch as a back-up, rather a complimentary layer. I was thinking of Timers (Switch Tanks, Fuel, etc) or Alerts, that could "vibrate" to get your attention. Maybe even a active list of nearby APT and Freqs. At most you could have a CDI on screen, but That would be pushing it.

Many pilots do not have their Tablet or GPS connected to an audio panel, so the gentle "thump" on the wrist could be a good reminder.


Shane Woodson
Vice President | Adventure Pilot LLC.
 
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