X-Plane 11 - Garmin GNS430 GPS Tutorial - Five Common Functions To Know

Learn five of the most common functions of the Garmin GNS430 GPS unit using X-Plane 11. Make the most out of your flight simulator experience or use the flight simulator to practice as a student pilot or beyond. Note that while the features of this unit in X-Plane closely mimic those of the real unit, there are some differences. This tutorial should be used for X-Plane purposes only. However, gaining a familiarity with this system will likely aid in your transition to units in the airplane.

In this video you will learn how to do the following on the X-Plane GNS430GPS unit:

1. Tune the Com/Nav radio frequencies
2. View a moving map of the area
3. Navigate to an airport using the airport code
4. Look up airport information like runway numbers and length
5. Find and navigate to the nearest airports to your position

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