Index for flaps?

[skysailor]

I would like to see the addition of an index mark on the flaps display. The trim display places an index at the takeoff trim setting. This very small green tick mark is very easily identifiable and helps verify correct trim is set for takeoff. I would like to see one added for flaps. My plane uses flaps for takeoff and an index would be a nice addition.

Additional speeds to display on the PFD would also be welcome. My preference would be to add some we could name and place where we like. Vref and Vle/Vlo would be great.

 

[dynonsupport]

Which flaps widget are you using? There are three, and one has marks at various degrees which you can set when you calibrate, and two of them show the degrees in angles, so it seems like you'd just set 20 degrees of flaps in your checklist rather than using the mark. But we're happy to listen if you've tried those setups and would like something different.

 

[skysailor]

I use the flap widget with the degrees marked as set during calibration. If I could add a tiny green index at the takeoff setting like the pitch trim widget it would be great. I would like to retain the angle settings I set during calibration, not trade these for a green index. I do currently check for the correct degree setting. I just feel the index would add to safety in the sense that both trim and flaps need to be at a particular setting for takeoff and if both were at the green index, there would be less chance for error. Another way to accomplish this might be to change the color of the setting I use for takeoff or just its marking. I realize it is my responsibility to check. It just seemed like a nice enhancement.

 

[Dynon]

Ah, I see. Thanks for the additional thought there!