Autopilot failure (Patreon)

I have heard of people running into issues with their autopilots while crossing the Atlantic, so the plan has always been to carry a complete backup unit. If only I had actually ordered one sooner ;) This week we leave Ireland and head towards France but end up in the UK instead because of a busted drive unit (autopilot). 

One of the things I like about the actuator Garmin sells as their class B compact unit is that it's a closed system with no reservoir and no hydraulic hoses. That means if we ever need to replace the unit while underway, all I need to do is to undo one bolt and two plugs. It doesn't get much simpler than that. 

Since rendering the video, I have double-checked my installation aboard Athena. We are within specs :) I still want a guy or girl with more experience installing autopilots to swing by and just double-check my measurements. 

Anywho... we made it across the Irish Sea safely, and Ava made her flight - all is well!

I hope you'll have a fantastic weekend! Thank you so much for your support :) Stay safe :)