CloudAhoy adds glass cockpit view, new Google export
We’ve written before about the many benefits of the CloudAhoy app, with its robust post-flight debriefing tools and easy ForeFlight integration. Here are some recent upgrades.
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Which iPad mount is right for my airplane?
There are plenty of different mounts to choose from, but they aren’t all universal. Which one is right for you? Let’s look at some examples.
Jeppesen introduces Mobile FliteDeck VFR version 2.0
While Jeppesen’s high quality approach charts and vast international coverage make it the go-to app for professional pilots, Jeppesen has had limited success among private pilots and aircraft owners. They hope to change that with FliteDeck VFR, a scaled-down app that was announced last year and recently updated. Here’s what’s new.
ForeFlight becomes a data creator
In the early days of aviation apps (you know, way back in 2012), developers pushed to add features. Nobody at ForeFlight or Garmin is taking a vacation, but over the last 12 months most of the major aviation apps have reached parity in terms of features. So where is the next battleground for aviation apps?
Does the iPad have a “real GPS” in it?
Four years after the first iPad shipped, lots of people are still confused about whether the game-changing tablet actually has a GPS in it. And if it does have a GPS, is it a “real” one? Let’s bust some myths and settle the issue once and for all.
New charging options for iPad pilots
While the battery life of iPads and ADS-B receivers is usually pretty good, “battery anxiety” is an ever-present issue. There are plenty of options, from cigarette lighter plugs to battery packs, but some new accessories offer more convenience than ever.
ForeFlight introduces Synthetic Vision, new forecast tool
Synthetic vision, the 3D display of terrain and obstacles, has been a must-have feature for pilots of glass cockpit airplanes since it was first introduced a few years ago. That technology has been migrating to iPad apps as well, and now ForeFlight has joined the movement with version 6.6.
Top 10 articles of 2014
From synthetic vision apps to powerful ADS-B receivers, there were more tips and news stories to keep up with than ever in 2014. Out of the 158 articles we published over the last 12 months, these were the 10 most popular.
Reader poll – iPhone 6 Plus
We want to know what you think. Is the iPhone 6 Plus an attractive option for pilots? Or is the iPad still the way to go? Vote in our latest reader poll.
X-Plane flight simulator comes to iPad
Like most of the software world, flight simulators have been moving towards the iPad, although perhaps a little slower than other segments. With the recent release of X-Plane 10 for the iPad and iPhone, though, a full-featured flight simulator is finally here.
Choosing the right iPad GPS – tips for pilots
After the iPad was released in 2010, pilots quickly realized that the tablet was far more useful with an accurate position source. Initially there were very few options for pilots, but the market has rapidly expanded and there are more choices than ever. How do you pick the right one?
Which iPad is best for pilots?
There have never been more options for pilots looking to add an iPad to the cockpit: 22 different models are available from Apple, a truly confusing mix. Which one is the right choice for pilots? Are there certain models to avoid? Here are our recommendations.
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