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I've read that the military isn't using paper anymore
In Response To: Sounds like you're using them. Truth is, I haven't penciled a bearing, drawn a course/speed line, in years. 
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() I suppose they have redundant systems and hardened electronics. Considering our weapons systems are all computer guided, I guess they've weighed the risks there too.
I'm with you. Since about 2001 I've been all electronic for navigation on my boat.
Messages In This Thread
- What will I do with all the free space in my chart drawer, now that I have an Ipad?
- iPad all - Garmin Bluechart
- Here are the ones we use for navigation
- Well, maybe not....
- It's funny to hear the CG these days say, "Do you have a cell phone?"
- Maybe I'm old fashioned....
- Also old fashoned
- A handheld GPS is a good investment
- Me 3
- Hand held GPS, which got me across the gulf of Mexico twice and all through the Bahamas, paper charts
- Sounds like you're using them. Truth is, I haven't penciled a bearing, drawn a course/speed line, in years.
- I've read that the military isn't using paper anymore
- Almost took up drafting mid life. Wanted to draw on my past experiences but the details were too sketchy..
- Sounds like you're using them. Truth is, I haven't penciled a bearing, drawn a course/speed line, in years.
- It's funny to hear the CG these days say, "Do you have a cell phone?"
- iPad all - Garmin Bluechart
