Like emergency handheld radio transceivers, emergency satellite communication systems are finding their way onto more pilots’ flight-bag “what if” wish lists. This week, Garmin announced an update to its popular inReach Mini compact satellite-link device, with two-way texting and SOS capabilities. In the “unlikely” prospect of an off-grid forced landing outside of cellphone service, investing in a satellite-based emergency communicator can be eye-catching.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/garmin-adds-mini-2-upgrade-to-its-compact-inreach-satellite-locator