Why SkyVoice Glassy Guide RADAR Altimeter
For the Floatplane/Seaplane pilots, the consequences of misjudging altitude over glassy water can be catastrophic. Glassy water landing is considered the most dangerous maneuver for seaplane pilots and the most challenging part of the seaplane curriculum. SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400, an FAA-approved seaplane aviation device designed to significantly enhance the safety and precision of glassy water takeoffs and landings. The lack of surface features in glassy water can make it difficult to judge the plane's height above the water, even for experienced pilots. This can lead to pilots stalling the plane from too high or slamming into the water too fast.
In general, the primary difficulty is our eyes' inability to properly assess the aircraft's height above the ground, and even worse above glassy water. One common technique seaplane pilots use is as ancient as humans' use of sticks and stones. Like them, these pilots carry sticks and stones in their plane, and throw the stones into the water to create small ripples. The floating stick helps them to judge the height. However, these techniques are far from foolproof and can be cumbersome during critical moments of takeoff and landing.
Similarly, during takeoff from the glassy water, the water is difficult to reference after becoming airborne. They are unaware of whether they are getting positive rate of climb.
Please join Holy Micro! LLC to welcome our seaplane pilots to the 21st century solution to stop the agony of Glassy Water Takeoff and Landing - The SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 is available now for both certified and experimental aircraft.
SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 will give pilots takeoff and landing height announcements and reminders from 1 ft to 400 ft. The 4 reminders from 400 ft to 100 ft can be used to remind you of "400 check gear" or " 300 checklist" or "200 flaps" or "100 speed" or many other options that you can select from. After your 100 ft announcement, you can hear 70, 50, 20,10, 5, 2, and 1 to a smooth and safe water landing.
The takeoff height announcements all the way to 400 ft ensures you are getting a positive rate of climb. This minimizes the likelihood of inadvertently descending, or accidentally turning and inadvertently contacting the water. Amphibious pilots worrying over retracting gear after take off from land, can use the four reminders option from 100 ft to 400 ft on takeoff to “check gear”
The SkyVoice Glassy Guide utilizes HolyMicro! LLC's HMR400 Radar. It uses 24GHz-ISM frequency band which has strong anti-interference ability. HMR400 Radar operates on a different principle than LiDAR, making it suitable for both water and ground applications. LiDAR uses light waves, which are easily absorbed by water, while HMR400 Radar uses radio waves, which can penetrate water more effectively. HMR400 Radar also works well in rain, snow, fog, dust and other harsh environments. It's compact size, light weight and low energy makes it ideal for GA Aircraft. This is achieved using STMicro's proven low energy DSP capable ARM controller and the Infineon's Silicon Germanium 24 GHz Transceiver. Compared to other 24GHz Radars in the aviation market, HMR400 only has 45 degree Field of Vision - FoV (-6dB) making it suitable for installations under the wing or the tail and still avoid float and other protrusions from the FoV. Furthermore, a "Blind Zone" can be set to eliminate certain protrusions from entering its field of view, effectively reducing interference from minor side lobes and back lobes. In short, SkyVoice Glassy Guide is a co-pilot with bird’s eyes for safer flying over water and land.
Install the FAA approved SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 today and stack the odds in your favor! Fly safely.
Features of SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 RADAR Altimeter
Size
2.75” x 2.3” x 0.5” – This size ensures that the device can be installed on most of the inspection plates of any GA Aircraft. The small size also ensures that the device stays safely under the wing.
Weight
The device weighs only 2.83 and 1.77 (HMR 400 and SVA 400 Unit) ounce. Thus the weight change is negligible and no new weight & balance is needed.
Radar Height announcements and reminders on take off and/or landing
The device announces 400, 300, 200, 100, 70, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 feet during take off and/or landing. The user can also set reminders against their preferred heights from a set of available reminders like Check Gear, Checklist, LC GUMPS, Flaps, Speed and Prop.
GPS/MSL based Height callouts & reminders
It announces GPS/MSL altitudes 18000, 12500, 11000, 10000, 9000, 8000, 7000, 6000, 5000, 4000, 3000, 2000, 1000 and 500 feet. Reminders like IFR Altimeter and Check Oxygen can be set against any preferred altitude from the above list.
Run-time reminders
Announces reminders like Check Fuel every xx hours from takeoff and Check tank after xx hours from takeoff, based on the settings.
Four gear reminders
User can set upto four "Check Gear" reminders for different heights from the list of 400, 300, 200 and 100.
Top of descent reminder
Announces Top of Descent reminder when aircraft is at xx knots distance from destination, based on the settings.
Features of SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 Quick Install / Portable
Size
4.5” x 4” – This size ensures that the device can be installed on most of the inspection plates of any GA Aircraft.
Weight
The device weighs only 1 lb.
Radar Height announcements and reminders on take off and/or landing
The device announces 400, 300, 200, 100, 70, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 feet during take off and/or landing. The user can also set reminders against their preferred heights from a set of available reminders like Check Gear, Checklist, LC GUMPS, Flaps, Speed and Prop.
Run-time reminders
Announces reminders like Check Fuel every xx hours from takeoff and Check tank after xx hours from takeoff, based on the settings.
Four gear reminders
User can set upto four "Check Gear" reminders for different heights from the list of 400, 300, 200 and 100.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Effortlessly connect to your headset or audio panel via Bluetooth, ensuring a hassle-free setup and operation.
Self-Contained Embedded Software
SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 Quick Install / Portable comes pre-loaded with our reliable, self-contained embedded software. Say goodbye to the constant need for updates associated with iPhone or Android apps. Enjoy a seamless experience without the headaches of frequent OS updates.
Durable and Lightweight Design
Crafted from high-quality, aircraft-grade aluminum, the SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 Quick Install / Portable is built to last. It is incredibly lightweight, weighing less than a pound, making it easy to carry without adding extra bulk.
Portable and Convenient
The SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 Quick Install / Portable comes in an insulated, waterproof black carrying case with a detachable handle, perfect for attaching to your backpack or flight bag. Its compact design ensures you can take it anywhere with ease. Versatile Color Options: Choose from four stylish colors to suit your preference: red, black, silver, and blue.
Rechargeable Battery
Equipped with a rechargeable battery.
Action Camera Compatibility
The device can connect to a standard action camera attachment, adding to its versatility and functionality.
Limitations & Disclaimers
SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 and SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 Quick Install / Portable is not a required system and may not be used as a substitution for any certificated aircraft system/avionics.
The GPS based features are for situational awareness only. The device only receives GPS data and does not send any data back to GPS. So there is no interference with the operation of the GPS(For SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 only).
How to purchase
SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 & SkyVoice Glassy Guide 400 Quick Install / Portable can be purchased online from the website www.holymicro.com
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