New Stratus video tips released
To help pilots get the most out of the Stratus line of ADS-B receivers, Sporty’s Pilot Shop recently released 5 new videos in a series of tips for ForeFlight users. Check them all out here.
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Tips for using the Garmin D2 Bravo and Garmin app
The Garmin D2 Bravo watch is the only smartwatch designed for pilots, and includes a built-in GPS, altimeter and compass. Here we’ll show you how to use it with the Garmin Connect app to get additional functionality from the watch on the ground.
New ADS-B receivers announced
Three new portable ADS-B receivers were recently announced from two of the leading iPad GPS accessory manufacturers. Learn more about what they have to offer and when they’ll hit the market here.
Video of all new iPad webinar now available
iPad Pilot News recently presented a new webinar covering a series of insightful recommendations, strategies and other tips that pilots of all experience levels should know when flying with the iPad. Check out the full video recording here.
iPad Pro now available for sale
The new 13″ iPad Pro is now available to order from Apple’s online store. Here we’ll take a look at what’s new and all the specs to help you decide if it’s worth the upgrade.
ForeFlight video tips: scratchpad, track-up maps and plates shortcuts
We continue our ForeFlight video tip series this week with 3 new topics from Sporty’s Flying with ForeFlight training course. These are designed to help pilots get the most out of ForeFlight and stay proficient with aviation’s leading app.
FlightRadar24: The ultimate airline flight tracking app
There are a lot of flight tracking apps and websites currently available to help you keep tabs on airline and general aviation flights. An app called FlightRadar24 takes this concept further by incorporating a worldwide ADS-B traffic feed to provide real-time flight position data and some unique viewing options.
10 shortcuts every iPad Pilot should know
It only takes a few minutes to learn how to use an iPad and perform basic functions. Here we’ll show you how to dive a little deeper into its operation by reviewing the top hidden features and shortcuts.
Use your iPad to help reduce fuel costs
There are a wealth of tools available in all the major aviation apps to help with preflight planning. Here will look at a series of tips to help you take advantage of specific flight planning features that can help reduce fuel costs on your next flight.
Read top aviation news in Apple’s News app
Apple included a new app as part of the iOS 9 update last month that collects all the articles on topics you’re interested in and organizes them in one place for easy reading. Here we’ll show you how to use the app as your primary aviation news feed.
New ForeFlight video tips
To help pilots get the most of ForeFlight and learn how to use the latest features, Sporty’s offers a complete ForeFlight training course. Here are a few essential video tips, pulled from the Flying with ForeFlight course.
New Garmin VIRB camera app available
Garmin recently released a new version of the Garmin VIRB app that adds a wide variety of new features for those flying with the new Garmin VIRB XE camera. We’ll take a look at them here and show you what’s new.
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