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Garmin GTN Trainer App Complaints & User Negative Comments 2024
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✓ Currently brokenThe newest iPad version seems to have broken the entire software.Version: 6.72.0
✓ Slow and doesnt workI just see a black screen in the gps unit on my ipad 6. No controls to turn on. Also very slow loading screen when switching any settings. Seems like something is broken.Version: 6.72.0
✓ GTN 650When I run the GTN trainer program it starts At 51K In CA and will stay as my initial fix even though I delete that fix. How can I permanently delete this fix?.Version: 6.62.2
✓ Freeze simulatorHope the real one is not as bad as the simulator.Version: 6.72.0
✓ Needs 6.5x updateNice to have when you don’t have access to the PC version but why not keep the iPad and PC versions in sync Garmin? Really want the VNAV support on the iPad. Garmin, please step it up..Version: 6.41.0
✓ Please add auto pilotThis simulator is great for learning how to navigate the various screens and button pushing operations of the navigator, but in real life the more difficult problem is learning how the navigator interacts with an auto pilot. It would be great if you would add an auto pilot controller head (GFC 500, 600, 700) along with an annunciation display showing AP, HDG and ALT status. The iPad screen has enough room to fit both a GTN650 and a controller head / status display. Then we could practice approaches, VNAV, SIDs, STARs and enroute procedures with autopilot automation. Way cheaper than going up in the airplane and burning gas. And probably simpler for Garmin than trying to integrate with X-Plane or MSF Flight Simulator. And while you are at it, in addition to the current IAS, HDG and ALT fields at the top of the iPad view, please add fields that show the actual IAS and ALT of the simulated airplane. As it stands, we can command a change in airspeed, heading and altitude using the provided controls, but it takes time for the simulated airplane to achieve the newly commanded inputs. It would be really nice to know what the simulated airplane is actually doing in real time instead of having to guess..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Good Simulator of an average productThe GTN 750 in the real world, looks like something that was designed 10 years ago. With the advent of iPADS and new generation touch screens, these products look old fashioned and the user experience could be better....Version: 6.41.0
✓ Warning: app is unusableWarning: app is unusable. Go find the GTN trainer online for desktop. It is fully functioning with a paired autopilot. Windows for the win!!.Version: 6.72.0
✓ X-plane wifi connections please!…..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Okay trainer needs to be on MacOS as wellDoes a decent job of simulating the GTN and useful to teach a student. But this software would be much more useful on my MacBook. iOS is a limited OS and MacOS can run iOS apps. Garmin, please allow you app onto the MacOS App Store..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Lack of European mappingIt works well enough but is limited by lack of European mapping information.Version: 3.1.1
✓ No recovery!Most every feature of the real gtn-750 has been thought of and included in this app, however, the author must have forgotten that it is for use on an iPad or iPhone! Every time the app is minimized, the current session/flight/function is forever lost. Unlike most every other app in the app store, maximizing or reopening this app greets you with the initial welcome screen and the requirement to start fresh. Surely someone will discover and correct that frustrating quirk..Version: 3.0.0
✓ X-Plane Integration NEEDED!As an emulation of a GTN navigator, this app is great. But as an actual training tool, it is extremely limited because the flight simulation is incomplete to the point of being basically useless. What this app needs is an interface to a flight simulator like X-Plane so that you can fly a simulated aircraft and learn how to use the GTN at the same time. What’s especially frustrating about this missing feature is that Garmin definitely knows how to do this. The Garmin Pilot app has this exact mode and it is an indispensable tool for learning how the app responds when you’re in a real cockpit. It simply and easily interfaces over wifi with X-Plane and receives position updates from X-Plane. The same implementation here would improve this app dramatically. If this is an issue about pricing, I’m sure most pilots would be glad to pay for an in-app purchase to add this capability. I certainly would be. Come on, Garmin. You’ve got the know-how and you clearly see the benefit of using flight simulators with your apps to improve the training experience. I’m sure you’ll even sell a few more GTN units if pilots have the ability to try them out on their home simulators first..Version: 6.41.0
✓ Doesn’t work with iPadOS 17.4.1The app was great until the latest iPad OS update, but it doesn’t work the OS 17.4.1. I use the app all the time for training pilots. Please fix it!.Version: 6.72.0
✓ Not workingNot working.Version: 6.72.0
✓ Needs to be updated by GarminThis App is supposed to be used as a training tool for pilots that use Garmin's GTN-750. It is highly irresponsible from Garmin and dangerous for pilots that are using these avionics not to keep the App updated to the latest software version on the avionics themselves. It beats me why Garmin is doing this..Version: 3.1.1
✓ UselessLoads, but leaves you on a black screen with no functionality..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Missing X-Plane IntegrationThis Garmin GPS avionic training app is well designed, however, it would get 5 stars if it could connect to X-Plane flight simulator over WiFi like the great Foreflight GPS and flight planning app. Being able to connect to a flight sim enables enhanced situational awareness and proficiency training. If the Garmin GTN trainer app could also integrate with the sim's autopilot, it would be the perfect learning tool for advanced IFR procedures. I look forward to seeing an X-Plane integration in the next update, as well as the possibility to use with the iPad in Vertical (Portrait mode) or Horizontal display mode..Version: 3.1.1
✓ GTN 650The screen is gorgeous and the idea is fantastic. It does not agree with the Garmin PC trainer and some of it is missing (Utilities)on the HOme Page. Also the layout is different (4 keys across vs 3). Wish they were the same..Version: 3.1.0
✓ Updated procedures in EuropeA fantastic app, but slightly disappointed that the new update does not include any updated procedures (particularly RNAV approaches) for Europe. Last update seems to be 2017. Any chance of rectifying this? Also, a linked/synchronised G5 HSI simulator would be a huge asset..Version: 6.62.2
✓ Very useful app for learning the GTN boxes, but......if you browse away from the app for even a second - say, to consult the manual??!, it reinitializes and you lose your flight plan and all inputs. If this were a review of the GTN 750 it would get 5 stars. But this is a review of this app - and it is ridiculous to charge $25 for something with such a huge flaw. The simulator itself would earn 5 stars easily from me if it did not reinitialize every time I switch to another app..Version: 3.0.1
✓ CrooksI was hopeful that this latest update would resolve the ongoing problem of the app not recognizing that I've already purchased it. It doesn't. I paid full price for a product that no longer works and Garmin can't be reached by phone to discuss the issue. From the other reviews posted here, I see that others have been dealing with the same problem for many months. Clearly Garmin is choosing to ignore this fact given that they released a new update yesterday that apparently doesn't resolve the problem. Crooks in my opinion..Version: 3.1.1
✓ Would like to rate with 5 starsFirst, I would like to thank you for the update. There are numerous bugs in this major update needing extermination. Once exterminated, I will be happy to change the review to 5 stars..Version: 6.0.1
✓ Doesn’t turn onLike the other reviews, the controller loads but has zero functionality. Nothing works..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Hope they updated the airportsThis app has been deceptive for a long time. Avionics shops as well as Garmin sales reps use this ap to sell the GTN product. once you spend tens of thousands of dollars you find out that the smaller airports in the app don’t appear in the GTN. Garmins response is it’s just an app. extremely deceptive especially if you used the database in the app to make a purchasing decision.Version: 6.41.0
✓ App seems to be brokenCurrently the App seems broken for the iPad - will there be an update ?.Version: 6.72.0
✓ Not functioningLoads to black screen. Unit does not power on..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Doesn’t work at all.I don’t think Garmin keeps these apps up to date. Seems like forgottenware..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Not fully thought through!Usefulness is greatly reduced by the fact that the programs starts all over with the initialization every time you minimize the screen. For example if you spend 30 minutes to setup an elaborate flight plan to test all the features, the you have to go to the browser to lookup something on the net, when you get back to this program it will have erased everything you did and stars all over from the initialization again like you just turned it on!.Version: 3.0.0
✓ Limited utility as Jepp database is so far out of dateThe app sw version is bang up to date (6.62) but the Jeppesen data is 2018 which has significant impact in some parts of Europe where lots of approaches (mostly PBN) don’t exist or are hamstrung (eg LNAV/VNAV in UK only show as LNAV+V). Update it please Garmin (when you are not being blackmailed by a hacker obviously).Version: 6.62.2
✓ How can I get this to start at my home airport?Does anyone know how to get this thing to start off at my home airport instead of KSLE, which is out in Oregon and therefore is irrelevant and immaterial?.Version: 6.0.3
✓ JunkI would give it - stars if I could. The problems? (1) the airplane doesn’t start flying the route when you add airspeed and altitude; (2) the airplane’s starting location can’t be moved; and (3) THE MANUAL DOESNT EXPLAIN HOW TO DO THESE THINGS, IF THEY ARE EVEN POSSIBLE! And if they are not possible, what good is the program? Utter junk. Don’t waste your time. It’s pretty much right on the regression line for Garmin..Version: 6.62.2
✓ Black ScreenFire up the app, get to the GPS and it’s just a black screen. Doesn’t do anything. lol. It’s unusable..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Fleeced?I bought this app months ago, and just recently updated the app. They switched to a "subscription" style payment system without keeping track of the people who already paid under the old method. Feeling ripped off until they fix this..Version: 3.1.0
✓ Somewhat usefulThis app is useful for learning the basic functions of the GTN, however, it really has become orphaned. Garmin for whatever reason has not updated it to keep up with the significant improvements made over the years to the GTN unit so it doesn't really reflect the current state of the GTN. For this reason I can't recommend using it beyond the free trial period. If you do decide to purchase it you'll be getting essentially an unsupported app for $25. Garmin can and should do better than this..Version: 3.1.1
✓ Manual does not workThe whole purpose of this app is to learn this system. When the manual does not work it makes this app useless!.Version: 6.62.2
✓ App constantly crashesI have tried using this app over the last couple of years. It appears they’ve been working on it but it still crashes often..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Good product spoiledEarlier versions had a database that included Europe that seems to have gone away, very frustrating..Version: 6.62.2
✓ Doesn’t work with iPad mini6GPS screen doesn’t turn on.Version: 6.72.0
✓ Seems to no longer workI’ve tried this on three separate iPads and the app doesn’t show anything on the simulated screen..Version: 6.72.0
✓ IPadOS 17.4.1Garmin unit does not power on, app is broken..Version: 6.72.0
✓ Black screenApp opens up but Gtn screens are black and nothing works..Version: 6.72.0
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