The FAA does periodic testing of GPS which can result in unreliable or unavailable GPS signals in specific regions of the country. The next testing session is scheduled for May 4 – 13, and centers around an area 70NM east of Jacksonville, FL. Here are the details.
Bad Elf, the company who makes the popular external GPS accessory for iPad, recently released an update to their supplemental GPS app adding several new features – read the details here.
The iPad is a great tool for pilots of all skill levels, from airline captains to student pilots. Read on to see our ten favorite apps for student pilots, providing tools for flight training, organization, navigation and digital charts.
Looking to transfer all your apps, data and media from your old iPad to a new one? This week’s iPad video tip shows you how.
The new Garmin Pilot app just received a comprehensive update, including the addition of a slick new interface. Our app reviewer runs it through a test flight to see how it performs in the cockpit.
The FAA originally stated that on April 1 they would begin charging pilots for digital chart data. That date has come on and gone, and there is still no system in place for them to collect the fees. Read on learn the latest about the FAA’s plan.
New to the iPad? Want to learn all about the latest aviation apps, accessories and tips and tricks? Here you’ll find a recap of the “Flying with the iPad” seminar that was presented last week at Sun ‘n Fun in Lakeland, Florida.
The new iPad (otherwise known as the iPad 3) has become Apple’s fastest selling tablet yet. But do you need one? What if you have an iPad 2–is the upgrade worth it? Our editor weighs in.
The free Sun ‘n Fun app for iPhone, iPad, Android & Kindle Fire provides all the information needed to travel to and navigate this exciting aviation show in Lakeland, FL. Includes maps, schedules, fly-in NOTAM, exhibitor lists and more.
As pilots we all know that the F.A.A.’s catch-all rule prohibiting electronic devices on airline flights is a bit ridiculous. Is it time for them to update the regulations?
Most pilots love the iPad because it almost never crashes, making for an extremely reliable tool. But there is one sure-fire way to get your tablet to shut down–leave it on the glare shield.
Hilton Software released an update to WingX Pro7 today, adding new features and improvements to this feature-packed aviation iPad app.
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