Review of Garmin Aera 795
Physical & Performance - Physical dimensions: 5.1"W x 8.0"H x 1.5"D (13.0 x 20.3 x 3.8 cm)
- Display size, WxH: 3.6"W x 6.0"H (9.1 x 15.2 cm); 7.0" diag (17.78 cm)
- Display resolution, WxH: 480 x 800 pixels
- Display type: dual-oriented, bright, color WVGA TFT with adjustable back lighting and selectable screen orientation
- Weight: 26.4 ounces (748 g) with battery pack; 18.3 ounces (519 g) without battery pack; 12.7 ounces (361 g) RAM mount
- Battery: rechargeable, replaceable Lithium-ion
- Battery life: up to 3 hours with full back light and GXM 40 connected (8 hours with 50% back lighting and XM connected)
- SBAS/WAAS receiver: high-sensitivity with WAAS position accuracy
- Voltage range: 11-40
- IFR or VFR: VFR
- Traffic Information Services (TIS) alerts compatible
Maps & Memory - Base map
- Ability to add maps
- Built-in memory: internal solid state
- Accepts data cards yes (SD cards)
- Waypoints/favorites/locations 3,000
- Routes: 50
Databases - Navigation database (includes Jeppesen data)
- Navigation database coverage areas: Americas
- Types of Jeppesen data full and ARTCC, FSS frequencies and final approach way points
- Pre-loaded Terrain database
- Pre-loaded Obstacle database: Yes (U.S. and Europe only)
- Pre-loaded SafeTaxi airport diagrams: Yes (U.S. only)
- Pre-loaded AOPA Airport Directory: Yes (U.S. only)
- Pre-loaded Garmin FliteCharts: Yes (U.S. only)
- Pre-loaded low & high altitude en route airways
- Pre-loaded private airports: Yes (U.S. only)
Navigation Features - Bluetooth wireless technology
- Aviation Portable Features
- Moving map
- Patented panel page
- HSI (GPS-based)
- IFR map mode
- Audible terrain alerts
- Terrain resolution standard
- Smart Airspace Feature (generates and displays altitude-sensitive alerts)
- Automatic logbook
- Separate serial and USB interfaces
- GPS receiver has a nominal operating velocity range of 0 � 800 kts (411 m/s)
Go Paperless
Aera 795 fullfills the role of either a Class I or Class II electronic flight bag, greatly reducing the need to rely on paper charts in the cockpit. Initial georeferenced VFR sectional and IRF in route charts come pre-loaded that show your aircraft�s position overlaid directly on the relevant chart. When in IFR map mode, the 795 can display victor airways, jet routes, minimum enroute altitudes and leg distance, much like what�s found on traditional enroute charts.
Initial geo-referenced Garmin FliteCharts provide approach charts and airport diagrams for the U.S., while pilots who prefer Jeppesen charts and diagrams can use optional Garmin ChartView service, which utilizes Jeppesen�s extensive library to provide global georeferenced charting capabilities.
Aera 795 also includes a robust document viewer, so you can easily pull up weights and balances, flight manuals, raster charts or a variety of electronically formatted materials you download to the device. A �scratch pad� feature also allows you to quickly jot down clearances and other pertinent notes while en route, while a checklist viewer allows you to create customized and interactive electronic checklists.
Aera 795 - Enhance Situational Awareness
Aera 795�s built-in terrain and obstacle database not only shows contours in 3D Vision mode, but also allows for a top-down view of your entire route. To help you navigate around unfamiliar airports, SafeTaxi provides detailed taxiway diagrams and position information for many U.S., European or Canadian airports, while a private airport and heliport database greatly expands your emergency �nearest� options. FBO, ground transportation, lodging and other facility information for most U.S. airports are also available through pre-loaded AOPA Airport Directory Data; international pilots may choose to opt for global AC-U-KWIK airport directory data instead.
Expand Your Portable
With two serial ports, Aera 795 allows for simultaneous connectivity with other hardware. With an optional GTX 330 Mode S Transponder Interface, you can access Traffic Information Service (TIS) alerts, where available, right on the device while also sending frequencies to a SL30/40 radio or relaying position reports to other devices.
By adding optional City Navigator maps, both helicopter and fixed-wing pilots add street addresses as way points or direct-to destinations. The device includes an SD card slot for easy updates and expansions; update, manage and purchase the latest aviation data for your Aera through fly Garmin.
*GPS receiver has a nominal operating velocity range of 0 � 800 kts (411 m/s).
Online Jeppeson NavData
WAAS enabled SafeTaxi
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