How to File an IFR Flight Plan in ForeFlight: A Comprehensive Guide
This step-by-step guide shows how to plan and file an IFR flight from the Flights section of ForeFlight.
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Entries by Bret Koebbe
iOS Update Green Light program: iOS and iPadOS 26.6
Apple released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 for iPhone and iPad. This includes security updates and background prep for the upcoming transition to iOS 27.
How to flight plan around thunderstorms using your iPad
One of the major weather hazards pilots have to deal with this time of year is convective weather and resulting thunderstorms. This article takes a deep dive look at the resources available in ForeFlight to help you plan a flight around these weather hazards.
Garmin Pilot app simplifies flight planning for pilots
The latest update to the Garmin Pilot app includes a new flight planning feature designed to simplify flight planning.
What’s the best iPad for Pilots – 2026 Edition
Buying your first iPad or upgrading an older one? We break down the differences between each and give some insight for those looking to buy.
ADS-B Quiz for Pilots: Test Your Datalink Weather Knowledge
The free datalink weather component of the ADS-B network has been a big hit with iPad pilots flying with portable ADS-B receivers. But how well do you really know the system? Test your knowledge here in our latest quiz.
The 10 Best Weather Apps for Pilots—2026 Edition
There are thousands of weather apps for the general public, from free to quite expensive. These are great for deciding whether you need a jacket tomorrow, but when it comes to aviation weather—looking at thunderstorms, ice, turbulence, visibility and so much more—these apps just aren’t enough. So we’ll focus on apps that offer more for pilots, both free and paid.
What to Do When Your iPad Gets Too Hot (or Too Cold) in the Cockpit
The iPad is a powerful tool in the cockpit, but it’s still a consumer electronic device at heart—sensitive to temperature extremes. As summer flying ramps up, take a few precautions to protect your iPad from overheating.
Electronic flight bag legal briefing for pilots—2026 edition
Each year we publish a plain-language review of the FARs and Advisory Circulars pertaining to the use of iPads and electronic flight bags in the cockpit. This is great information for pilots looking to make the transition from paper charts to an iPad, but should also be reviewed by experienced iPad pilots as well.
How to Configure ICAO Equipment Codes for VFR and IFR Flight Plans
Filing a VFR or IFR flight plan today is a breeze with today’s aviation iPad apps, but entering all the required aircraft data to meet the ICAO requirements of the form can be a bit confusing. Here we’ll break it down in plain English to help you understand each requirement.
How to Customize the Control Center on Your iPad or iPhone
Control Center on iPhone and iPad has evolved into a fully customizable tool for quick access to key system settings. For pilots using an iPad as an EFB, it’s an efficient way to manage connectivity, brightness, Focus mode, and other essential controls without leaving your aviation app.
Flying with Starlink: Tips, Setup, and Real-World Performance
High-speed internet in a piston airplane? Starlink is making it possible. Based on real-world flights, we explore performance, mounting options, and what pilots need to know about hardware, coverage, and changing plan options.
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