SkyNext: DeLorme inReach Explorer

Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 12:00 AM ET

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DeLorme offers extras for the Explorer that allow you to mount it in the cockpit, recharge it with solar panels and protect it with a floating case. The Explorer's battery provides 100 hours of continuous use. DeLorme

Key Takeaways:

The DeLorme inReach Explorer is a portable, satellite-connected device designed for global communication and navigation, crucial for safety in remote areas.
It features a built-in GPS for route planning and tracking, an SOS function for 24/7 emergency response via GEOS, and two-way messaging.
The device offers true global coverage through the Iridium network and is built to be durable, featuring water resistance and the ability to withstand extreme temperatures.

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DeLorme inReach Explorer — DeLorme’s inReach Explorer offers true global coverage through Iridium. While it won’t help you aviate, it can navigate and communicate.
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If you are ever flying over terrain that is not near populated areas, DeLorme’s inReach Explorer is a piece of equipment that has the potential to save your life. This portable unit is connected to the Iridium satellite network, which means you can connect with emergency personnel, friends and family wherever you are in the world. Measuring 2.46 inches wide, 1.04 inches deep and 4.5 inches high (5.83 with the antenna) and weighing in at 6.7 ounces, the Explorer has a built-in GPS receiver. You can load a planned route into the portable unit and view it either on the screen itself or on an iOS device using the Earthmate app, which also allows you to get weather information and post to social media. The GPS location and tracking can also be shared with friends and family online through a feature called MapShare.