Garmin G500 Pilots Guide - Page 200

Foreword System Sec 1 Squall Line Steep Gradient Hook or Finger Scalloped Edge Figure 4-61 Cell Irregularities Thunderstorm development is rapid. A course may become blocked within a short time. When displaying shorter ranges, periodically select a longer range to see if problems are developing further out. That can help prevent getting trapped in a "blind alley" or an area that is closed at one end by convective weather. PFD Sec 2 MFD Sec 3 Features Avoidance Hazard Sec 4 Additional Sec 5 & Alerts Annun. Sec 6 Symbols Sec 7 Appendix A Glossary Sec 8 Figure 4-62 The "Blind Alley" Overhead View In areas of multiple heavy cells, use the Vertical Scan feature along with antenna tilt management to examine the areas. Remember to avoid shadowed areas behind targets. Figure 4-63 The "Blind Alley" Vertical Scan 4-72 Garmin G500 Pilot's Guide 190-01102-02 Rev. B Index Appendix B