The Garmin G1000 is an all-glass avionics suite designed for a wide range of general aviation and business aircraft. The system features a wealth of data, all within reach with the twist of knob or the touch of a button. Because of its depth and complexity, pilots who fly with conventional gauges may find the G1000 to be somewhat overwhelming at first.

Fortunately, pilots can achieve proficiency on the G1000 with ground-based training. Willamette Aviation offers Diamond Star DA40 pilots a sophisticated Garmin G1000 Flight Simulator, which they can use with a flight instructor to prepare for a complete DA40 checkout. Our flight simulator features two monitors (just like an actual G1000), and we teach on Garmin's authorized G1000 software training package. We also recommend an accompanying text, Max Trescott's Garmin G1000 Training Book, which pilots can pick up in our Pilot Shop or order from any bookstore or online vendor.

Proficiency with the Garmin G1000 brings many rewards — a reliable altitude-and-heading reference system, traffic information services, current en-route and airport information, and Garmin's GFC 700 autopilot. Pilots who would like to enter the world of instrument flight with the G1000 will find even more features to explore.

Please contact Willamette Aviation or your favorite flight instructor today to learn more about our G1000 ground simulator and the Diamond Star DA40!

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