Just updated is “Flying with the iPad.” The ebook’s fourth edition includes information on the iPad Pro, iOS 10, and the latest enhancements to popular aviation apps, according to Sporty’s officials. “Pilots have adopted the iPad faster than any other consumer technology in recent memory,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “From student pilots in […]
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Flush mount iPad Pro, Mini, and iPhone 6 on your panel
Guardian Avionics has released the new iFDR Panel Mount series. The mounts, designed for Apple’s iPhone 6, iPad Mini and iPad Pro (12.9-inch), hold the instrument flush with the panel. iFDR Panel Mounts create a clean and safe position for the iPhone or iPad in the cockpit and nearly connected to power and data as […]
Flight Outfitters iPad Kneeboard introduced
Flight Outfitters has introduced two new iPad Kneeboards, the Mini and the Air. The iPAD Mini and iPAD Air Kneeboards are loaded with pilot-friendly features that provide a sturdy mounting bracket for an iPad Mini or Air, according to company officials. The bracket rotates for both portrait and landscape orientation. The side of the kneeboard consists […]
Pentastar Aviation adds Citation models to STC on iPad yoke mounts
WATERFORD, Mich. — Pentastar Aviation has expanded its Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) on the articulating yoke mount for Apple iPad to include Cessna Citation models. The update of the FAA Approved Model List (AML) allows Pentastar Aviation to install the specially engineered iPad mounts on Citation 500, 550, S550, 560, and 560XL model aircraft. “With technology ever […]
Sporty’s introduces low-tech solution for high-tech device
New from Sporty’s are no frills iPad rotating kneeboards. The kneeboards are simply a mounting surface with elastic straps on the corners for securing the iPad, Sporty’s officials noted. “These iPad Kneeboards — for both the Air and mini — have no bells and whistles,” says Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. “They are just a simple platform to […]
Export SkyVector flight plans to ForeFlight, Garmin, Dynon
SEATTLE – SkyVector has added Flight Plan Export capability to its feature set. Users can now export their flight plan to ForeFlight, as well as avionics from Garmin and Dynon Avionics. The new “export and share” feature is available to all SkyVector users. For users of ForeFlight, SkyVector presents an “Open in ForeFlight” button that will launch the app with the plan fully […]
Seattle Avionics releases V2 of FlyQ EFB
Seattle Avionics Software has released version 2.0 of its FlyQ EFB for the iPad. Version 2.0 puts the emphasis on maps and plates rather than tab bars, button bars, and other non-essential elements, according to company officials. “The software industry tends to devolve into a battle to add features, even when they clutter and complicate apps,” said […]
10 ways an iPad in the cockpit can get you into trouble
It’s often standing room only at the educational forums offered during SUN ‘n FUN and AirVenture, but there’s one that stood out at both shows: Gary Reeves’ forum on “10 Ways Using Your iPad Can Cause FAA Violations and Accidents.” “With so many pilots now using Apple iPads for navigation and weather information, FAA violations […]
Sporty’s offers PIVOT iPad case for pilots
Now available from Sporty’s is PIVOT system, which combines an iPad case and smart cover with a quick-release mount for the cockpit. Made of durable, impact-absorbing polycarbonate along with “Splash-Seals” for all ports, PIVOT has already proven itself in daily operations with more than 8,000 Southwest Airlines pilots, according to Sporty’s officials. “There are plenty of iPad cases […]