GTN Essentials Training

Frank Bowlin

Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 12:20 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Garmin offers a $125 GTN Essentials computer-based training (CBT) course for its GTN navigators and similar devices, structured across 10 modules with expert video demonstrations, animations, and assessments.
A core component of the course is an integrated PC-based avionics trainer that emulates the devices, providing crucial hands-on practice alongside the video lessons to build user experience.
The reviewer considers the CBT a valuable investment for learning GTN operations, emphasizing that significant self-practice with the included trainer is essential to develop instinctive proficiency beyond the guided lessons.

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Years ago, I attended Garmin’s combined G500 and GTN classroom training. This got me comfortable with my new avionics. However, not everyone is able to attend in-person training. To meet the needs of its customers, Garmin also now offers some computer based training (CBT).

A number of courses are offered, but to sample Garmin’s CBT, I selected the $125 GTN Essentials (Version 2.0) course. This was a good choice for my purposes. First, I am familiar with the GTN, so I can gauge the usefulness and thoroughness of the training, and, well, I could use the refresher.