iPad mini gets the upgrade pilots have been waiting for

October 28, 2026/by Bret Koebbe

Sporty’s Pilot Training App Adds New Video Lessons and Test Prep for 2027

October 22, 2026/by Eric Radtke

The rise of “vibecoded” aviation apps: how to experiment while staying safe

Webinar Video: What’s New With ForeFlight

Using an iPad for flying: how old is too old?

Advanced Tips

5 Ways to Make Your iPad EFB Less of a Distraction

Build Your Weather Scan with SiriusXM Aviation Weather on Your iPad

Skip the radio: How to get your IFR clearance sent straight to your app

How to flight plan around thunderstorms using your iPad

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Video Tips

Webinar Video: What’s New With ForeFlight

October 14, 2026/by iPad Pilot News Staff

Pro Tips from ForeFlight Power Users Training: Emergency Glide

June 3, 2026/by iPad Pilot News Staff

ForeFlight Video Tip: Accessing Airport Information

April 10, 2026/by iPad Pilot News Staff

ForeFlight Video Tip: Sharing Your Flight

March 10, 2026/by iPad Pilot News Staff

ForeFlight Video Tip: Creating Flight Binders

February 6, 2026/by iPad Pilot News Staff

Shopping for a Flight Planning App? Start With How You Fly

January 30, 2026/by Eric Radtke

Apps

Sporty’s Pilot Training App Adds New Video Lessons and Test Prep for 2027

The rise of “vibecoded” aviation apps: how to experiment while staying safe

The Sporty’s Pilot Training App Adds a New Garmin Autopilot Course

ForeFlight Introduces ClearNOTAMs: Plain-English, AI-Powered NOTAMs

Accessories

Build Your Weather Scan with SiriusXM Aviation Weather on Your iPad

New Flight Gear Backpack Built Around Starlink Mini

Flight Gear battery kits get a smart charging upgrade

Beginner Tips

Using an iPad for flying: how old is too old?

Should pilots buy an iPad with a built-in GPS?

Beginner’s guide to flying with an iPad—how to get started

How to Preflight Your iPad Before Every Flight (5-Minute Checklist)

Quizzes

Quiz: What do these aviation iPad app acronyms mean?

ADS-B Quiz for Pilots: Test Your Datalink Weather Knowledge

Getting Started

iPad Frequently Asked Questions for Pilots

June 28, 2024/by Bret Koebbe

Pilot’s guide to the iPad – how to get started

January 20, 2020/by Bret Koebbe

Pilot’s guide to the iPad – how to get started

January 13, 2017/by John Zimmerman

iOS Update Green Light Program

Latest Articles

iPad mini gets the upgrade pilots have been waiting for

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The new iPad Mini is now available, and includes a powerful A20 Pro processor and upgraded OLED screen.

Sporty’s Pilot Training App Adds New Video Lessons and Test Prep for 2027

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Sporty’s Pilot Training app adds new 4K flight-training videos, updated FAA test prep, and expanded AI study tools for 2027. Explore new flight lessons, Flight Instructor Focus segments, and four ChatDPE modes to help prepare for the checkride.

The rise of “vibecoded” aviation apps: how to experiment while staying safe

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The driving force behind the huge growth in aviation apps is a new approach to software development, often called “vibecoding.” This phrase, which has modestly negative connotations in some circles, refers to a process that uses natural language conversations to dramatically reduce the time it takes to move from concept to functional app.

Webinar Video: What’s New With ForeFlight

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Join Thomas Daugherty, Head of ForeFlight Training Solutions, for a look at the latest updates to ForeFlight, including ClearNOTAMs and Mobile Clearance Delivery, along with new safety features such as Emergency Glide.

Using an iPad for flying: how old is too old?

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That cheap used iPad might not be such a bargain. Here’s how hardware, iPadOS, and aviation app requirements determine whether an older iPad is still a good choice for flying.

Quiz: What do these aviation iPad app acronyms mean?

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Aviation has always been full of acronyms and the growth of new FAA services and the iPad means there are now more acronyms than ever to learn. Take our latest quiz and see if you know the meaning of these codes in ForeFlight and other aviation apps. 

How to retrieve a Mobile IFR Clearance using Garmin Pilot

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Garmin's latest video tip shows how to retrieve a mobile IFR clearance using the Garmin Pilot app.

iOS Update Green Light program: iOS and iPadOS 27.0.1

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Apple recently released iOS 27.0.1 and iPadOS 27.0.1 for iPhone and iPad. iOS 27 adds new artificial intelligence features across many of the Apple apps, including a revamped Siri AI voice assistant.

5 Ways to Make Your iPad EFB Less of a Distraction

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With all the capability that an iPad EFB provides, it also creates the challenge of information overload and potential distractions. The goal should be to make your iPad easier to use when you're busy flying the airplane, but without sacrificing capability.

Build Your Weather Scan with SiriusXM Aviation Weather on Your iPad

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Building a weather scan on your iPad can help you see beyond the conditions immediately around the airplane. Here are several weather layers to consider using in ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot, from NEXRAD and icing to turbulence, PIREPs, METARs, and TAFs.

Is the new foldable iPhone Duo a good fit for pilots?

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Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo blurs the lines between traditional phone and tablet. Here's a first look at the new device and considerations for pilots thinking about using it in the cockpit.

iPad charging tips for pilots—it’s all about the watts

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Charging technology has come a long way, and today's iPads can take advantage of much faster charging. Here's what pilots need to know about watts, fast charging, and choosing the right chargers and cables. We'll also cover convenient options for keeping your iPad powered up in the cockpit.

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