Garmin G1000 Reference Manual page 170

SECTION 11 – ADDITIONAL
FEATURES
Flight Path Marker
The Flight Path Marker (FPM), also known as a Velocity
Vector, is displayed on the PFD at groundspeeds above 30
knots. The FPM depicts the approximate projected path
of the aircraft accounting for wind speed and direction
relative to the three-dimensional terrain display.
The FPM is always available when the Synthetic Terrain
feature is in operation. The FPM represents the direction
of the flight path as it relates to the terrain and obstacles
on the display, while the airplane symbol represents the
aircraft heading.
The FPM works in conjunction with the Pathways
feature to assist the pilot in maintaining desired altitudes
and direction when navigating a flight plan. When on
course and altitude the FPM is aligned inside the pathway
boxes as shown (Figure 11-6).
Wind
Vector
Figure 11-6 Flight Path Marker and Pathways
11-6
Flight Path
Marker
(FPM)
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Zero Pitch Line
The Zero Pitch Line is drawn completely across the
display and represents the aircraft attitude with respect
to the horizon. It may not align with the terrain horizon,
particularly when the terrain is mountainous or when the
aircraft is flown at high altitudes.
Horizon Heading
The Horizon Heading is synchronized with the HSI
and shows approximately 60 degrees of compass heading
in 30-degree increments on the Zero Pitch Line. Horizon
Heading tick marks and digits appearing on the zero pitch
line are not visible behind either the airspeed or altitude
display. Horizon Heading is used for general heading
awareness, and is activated and deactivated by pressing
the HRZN HDG Softkey.
Traffic
Traffic symbols are displayed in their approximate
locations as determined by the related traffic systems
(Figure 11-7). Traffic symbols are displayed in three
dimensions, appearing larger as they are getting closer, and
smaller when they are further away. Traffic symbols and
coloring are consistent with that used for traffic displayed
in the Inset map or MFD traffic page. If the traffic altitude
is unknown, the traffic will not be displayed on the
SVS display. For more details refer to the traffic system
discussion in the Hazard Avoidance section.
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