SECTION 2
FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS
2.3ALTIMETER
Altitude Reference
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Figure 2-7 Altimeter |
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Altitude Reference Bug
The Altitude Reference Bug can be set to any desired altitude. The bug acts as a visual reference to indicate the desired altitude is approaching.
To set the altitude reference bug:
1.Turn the ALT knobs to set the altitude reference bug. The smallALT knob sets the hundreds and the large ALT knob sets the thousands. This altitude also appears in the altitude reference box above the altimeter.
Altitude Trend Vector
The end of the trend vector displays approximately what the altitude will be in 6 seconds if the current rate of vertical speed is maintained.
Barometric Setting Box
To set barometric pressure, turn the BARO knob to select the desired setting.
2.4VERTICAL DEVIATION/GLIDESLOPE INDICATOR
The Vertical Deviation/Glideslope Indicator appears when an ILS is tuned in the active NAV field.
2.5MARKER BEACON ANNUNCIATIONS
Marker Beacon
Annunciation
Vertical
Deviation/Glideslope
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Figure 2-8 Marker Beacon and Vertical Deviation
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Garmin G1000 Cockpit Reference Guide for the Cessna Nav III |