ForeFlight adds new weather radar layer
The latest update to ForeFlight adds a new faster radar layer, logbook filtering, advanced airspace features and more.
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Pilot’s Guide to iOS 17 and iPadOS 17
There’s a big software update available for your iPhone and iPad: iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. Here’s a recap of what’s new and advice on when you should update.
Apple announces new iPhone models with a USB-C port
Apple released the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models today, alongside the new Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 models. Here’s a look at what’s new.
Quiz: ForeFlight map airspace features
Many pilots prefer to use ForeFlight’s interactive Aeronautical Map layer instead of a VFR Sectional, thanks to its ability to scale up and down based on the current zoom level. This layer is especially useful when flying in and around complex airspace since it allows you to customize what elements are shown on the chart. Take our latest quiz and see if you know how to get the most out of these advanced settings.
ForeFlight updates fuel price submission process
Pilots have been crowd-sourcing data for decades (PIREPs!), long before the days of Waze police reports and Google Maps traffic updates. The latest update in ForeFlight improves one of its main crowd-sourcing features, by offering an improved flow for updating FBO fuel prices.
How to scan documents into your favorite aviation app
More and more pilots are going completely paperless in the cockpit, but that requires some paper documents to be scanned first. Fortunately, Apple includes some hidden capabilities in the Notes app, including the addition of a powerful scanner utility. This can be used to scan just about any type of physical document.
Should you buy an iPad with a built-in GPS?
It’s a decision every pilot makes when purchasing a new iPad: should I spend the extra money and buy the model with an internal GPS? We recently went flying with a new iPad mini with a built-in GPS to test it out and help determine if it’s the right upgrade for you.
Charging your iPad—it’s all about the watts
Charging technology has come a long way since 2010 when the iPad first debuted. Here’s what to look for when upgrading your charger and cables.
How to use the Sentry Plus advanced features (and unlock a new one)
Sentry Plus is the most capable ADS-B receiver on the market, providing a wealth of in-flight navigation, weather, traffic and safety awareness features. Here we’re going to take a look at its advanced settings, to help you best customize it for your specific flight operation.
Quiz: What do these aviation iPad app acronyms mean?
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 found in ForeFlight and other aviation apps.
ForeFlight releases new aviation app for Apple Watch
ForeFlight released a new aviation app for Apple Watch and it’s included for all current ForeFlight subscribers. Here’s a quick look at how to use it and why it’s a must have for ForeFlight pilots.
Best flight tracking apps
While airline mobile apps are great for booking flights and accessing boarding passes, they’re less than ideal for flight tracking. Here’s a look at various ways to track all the details for your next airline flight from your iPhone or iPad.
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