Timing Strategies

How many timers do you have in your aircraft? With installed timers and clocks, portable devices, watches and that old instrument training timer living in the bottom of your flight bag, you likely several more than you might realize. Not all of them are convenient or necessary, but its interesting to note that in this age of satellite navigation, moving maps and data pages, timers remain ubiquitous. The sweet spot for good utility is probably three: One for flight time, one for fuel tanks or other procedures, and one for approach procedures. Some timing devices allow you to monitor all three together. Whatever your preference, you have choices.

Key Takeaways:

• Pilots often have numerous timing devices in their aircraft, ranging from traditional panel clocks and personal watches to advanced integrated systems and portable device apps.
• While many options exist, an optimal setup for pilots involves approximately three timers, each dedicated to specific functions like tracking flight time, managing fuel, or timing approach procedures.
• Modern avionics, such as glass panels and Garmin units, offer sophisticated multi-functional timers with features like automatic flight time logging, countdowns, and schedulers for operational alerts.

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