Stormscope - Garmin GTN 650Xi Series Pilot's Manual

Hazard Awareness

Stormscope

WARNING
Do not exclusively use the lightning detection system for weather avoidance.
The system may display inaccurate or incomplete information. For additional
information, consult the lightning detection system documentation.
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS
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WX-500 Stormscope Weather Mapping Sensor
FEATURE LIMITATIONS
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Stormscope lightning information cannot display concurrently with any datalink
weather product (SiriusXM, Connext, or FIS-B)
Stormscope Features
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Passive weather avoidance system
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Detects electrical discharges from thunderstorms within 200 nm of current
position
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Plots strike count and relative bearing location every two seconds
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Heading and distance from aircraft
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Arc and 360º viewing options
For more information, consult the WX-500 pilot's guide.
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Stormscope lightning information displays on a dedicated
weather page and as overlays on Map.
Pilot's Guide 190-02327-03 Rev. C