Auto Control of Glide Ring

[n456ts]

Just a thought, and maybe this exists (and I didn't realize).

Have an option to auto toggle the glide ring based on the engine's RPM.
If configured:
When the engine RPM is below X (set by config), automatically turn on the glide ring on any screen with a map currently shown. I think it could also be coupled with another input to prevent it auto-on when on the ground. Perhaps the same variables as auto for the transponder.

At the same time, if you're on the ground, then the ring is a single dot...

For the Rotax 9xx, I would configure it to activate at 3,000 RPM and below.

Just a thought. I would love to see this added. If it's already in there, any guidance to configure would be great.

 

[mikeschumann]

Personally I like the glide ring just like it is. Pilots should be constantly looking at their options in case the engine quits, not wait until they are in trouble.

This is particularly important in remote areas where landable options maybe limited. The glide ring lets you know if you are cruising high enough to give you options if you have an engine problem.

 

[n456ts]

Shouldn't you be looking outside instead of a screen?