Re:Updating my plane’s very old GPS data in a very modern way
by JoblessWonder on Friday November 18, 2016 @05:02PM
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Don't get me started on database updates or connection methods for aircraft... We have models that use floppys (about 75% disk failure rate per box of "new" disks), CompactFlash cards, SD cards, zip disks (yes, zip disks), WiFi + Ipad, serial connection (9 or proprietary cable) and USB sticks.
The USB sticks are the preferred method these days, but there are a bunch of aircraft flying around out there with Windows viruses stored on their USB sticks. My mechanics get an alert every time they plug one in to do an update.
The USB sticks are the preferred method these days, but there are a bunch of aircraft flying around out there with Windows viruses stored on their USB sticks. My mechanics get an alert every time they plug one in to do an update.