Can I carry Garmin GPS in flight?
Can I carry Garmin GPS in flight? As long as the GPS unit is off, there should be no issues with having it on the plane.
Can you fly VFR with GPS?
Many pilots use GPS as an aid to visual flight rules (VFR) navigation. The key word is aid, because VFR means seeing the terrain well enough to confirm your position on a map. Avionics used for VFR do not check for errors in satellite signals, so your GPS position could be bad.
What devices are not allowed on a plane?
Damaged or recalled batteries and battery-powered devices, which are likely to create sparks or generate a dangerous evolution of heat must not be carried aboard an aircraft (e.g. carry-on or checked baggage) unless the damaged or recalled battery has been removed, or otherwise made safe.