FlyQ version 2.0 now available
A new version of Seattle Avionics FlyQ aviation app hit the app store recently and focuses on speeding up the app’s performance and improving the user interface by reconfiguring the main moving map screen.
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Apple unveils new larger iPad Pro
Apple announced a wide variety of new products today, including 2 new iPad models. We’ll take a look at both of them here to show you what’s new and how they’ll benefit pilots.
New training programs available for ForeFlight pilots
It’s important to take time to fully learn and understand how to use your iPad applications before flying with them in the cockpit. Here’s a collection of valuable ForeFlight training resources to help you better learn aviation’s top app.
Avare offers free all-in-one EFB app for Android
While the iPad is the most widely-used tablet among pilots, there are a growing number of Android apps that offer similar capabilities for pilots flying with these phones and tablets. Here we’re going to take a closer look at the Avare app for Android, which is 100% free and contains a wealth of features for pilots.
MyGoFlight releases new Universal iPad Cradle
MyGoFlight recently released a new Universal iPad Cradle for its Flex Mount system. This allows you to use the yoke or suction cup mount with any size iPad, with or without the case.
Take control of your iPad’s location services settings
The iPad’s software settings allows you to customize which apps can use your location to improve the user experience. While this is essential for moving map navigation apps in the airplane, you’ll find that it’s not necessarily important for all types of apps to be able to access this data. Here we’ll show you how to customize these settings to improve your iPad’s battery life.
New professional iPad battery backup is the best yet
Running out of battery power is a nightmare scenario for many pilots flying with iPads. The new Professional Power backup battery will give you peace of mind, providing plenty of backup power and four USB charging ports.
How to configure iPad wireless settings during preflight
It’s important before each flight to properly configure the iPad’s wireless radios, especially when using a Bluetooth or WiFi accessory. Here are our recommended wireless settings for various iPad and accessory combinations.
iPad troubleshooting techniques for pilots
While the iPad has delivered excellent reliability since the day it came out, there are still a few issues that can pop up if you’re not careful. Here we’ll review potential problems and how to resolve them.
What’s in your flight bag? Another pilot’s perspective
This is part of a series where we ask different pilots what they carry when they fly with an iPad. Today we’ll hear from Bret Koebbe, CFI and editor at iPad Pilot News, to see what makes up his list of essential flight gear.
How to receive iPad audio alerts through your headset
ForeFlight mobile offers several in-flight audio alerts to help get your attention at critical times. Here we’ll show you how to connect your iPad to your headset to hear these in the air.
FuelBurn app monitors your fuel status
The FuelBurn app tracks your fuel status in flight and alerts you when it’s time to switch tanks or when reaching a critical fuel state. We’ll show you how it works here.
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