Garmin Pilot app update adds new map control features
Garmin released its first app update for 2013, adding a selection of features to make their aviation apps for iPad and Android more user-friendly.
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New iPad webinar coming up this Wednesday
Join Bret Koebbe from Sporty’s Pilot Shop at EAA’s free webinar covering the latest in iPad apps, accessories and tips & tricks. Learn more about the presentation and how to register here.
Sporty’s introduces new Instrument Rating Course app for pilots
Sporty’s new Instrument Rating Course app brings all the features of Sporty’s popular Instrument DVD course to iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. The app includes extensive video training and test prep features to prepare pilots for both the real world of instrument flying and the FAA tests.
Getting started with your new iPad in the cockpit
While the iPad is a very user-friendly tablet, there are some additional items pilots should be familiar with when using it as an EFB in the cockpit. We’ve collected our most popular educational articles here to help new iPad pilots hit the ground running.
How to quickly find apps on your iPad
The Spotlight Search is very simple and powerful tool on your iPad. Learn you can quickly find and launch apps with it in this week’s tip.
iPad apps for turbine pilots
There are numerous apps available geared toward turbine operations, including performance planning, support directories and international trip support. Check them out here in this comprehensive listing.
Flight test: WingX Pro 7 and Dual XGPS170 ADS-B Receiver
The Dual XGPS170 ADS-B receiver is now available for WingX Pro iPad users. Learn all about it and see how the performance compares to Stratus and ForeFlight.
Apple’s iTunes 11 — don’t give up on it yet
The recent update to iTunes allows it to run faster and includes a new interface. Learn how to use its features to better manage and backup your iPad or iPhone.
How to use ForeFlight on your iPad with Microsoft Flight Sim X
Learn how to set up Microsoft Flight Sim X to output GPS position data to your iPad and ForeFlight to get more out of your flight sim experience at home.
Top 5 Fltplan.com iPad app tips
The Fltplan.com app is a great supplemental tool for pilots, offering free charts and moving maps. Here are 5 helpful tips.
iPad troubleshooting tip: cycle the power
This week’s tip explains how a simple power reset can solve app problems, wireless accessory issues and sluggish performance.
Practice your landing skills with Rockwell Collins’ free simulator iPad app
Have some fun and learn how to fly Category III ILS approaches with Rockwell Collins’ new HGS Flight app, a free approach and landing simulator for iPad.
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