New Stratus features unveiled
At the Sun ‘n Fun Fly-in this week, the team behind the Stratus (Appareo, ForeFlight and Sporty’s) announced three new features for the popular ADS-B receiver. Let’s take a look at what’s new.
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ADS-B coverage close to complete
The FAA has consistently quoted “by the end of 2014” as a date for completion of the entire ADS-B network. Based on the latest coverage map, this date seems realistic.
iPad seminars galore at Sun ‘n Fun 2014
The flying season’s unofficial kick-off is next week, as the gates open for the 2014 edition of the Sun ‘n Fun Fly-in at the Lakeland airport. Among the dozens of seminars covering the iPad, here are some to note.
Top 6 tips for flying with Stratus
While the basics of operation are pretty simple with Stratus, there are a few tips that can help you get the most out of your investment. Let’s review the top 6 most helpful ones we’ve learned.
New iPad Air accessories hit the market
Some high quality accessories are now hitting the market for the iPad Air, so pilots can fully equip their cockpits. Let’s review the new options, including mounts, kneeboards and screen protectors.
GPS manufacturer iFly introduces iPad app
Adventure Pilot has established a small but loyal following over the past few years with their line of low-glare and easy-to-use portable GPSs. Now, the company has made the leap into the app world with the iFly GPS app for the iPad.
Garmin unveils synthetic vision
Just last month we shared Garmin’s latest hardware update, the GDL 39 3D, an ADS-B receiver that includes an Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) for backup attitude. Now the avionics giant has raised the bar, adding a stunning synthetic vision option to the app.
iPad battery test – what really matters?
There are a lot of myths about iPad battery life and how to maximize it. Since battery life is an important thing for pilots, let’s separate fact from fiction so you can get the most out of your iPad next time you fly.
New battery packs feature 2.4 amp USB ports
Running out of battery power is a nightmare scenario for many pilots flying with iPads. The new ONGO backup battery will give you peace of mind, providing plenty of backup power and three 2.4 amp USB charging ports.
Flying with the iPad eBook updated
Last year we published an eBook that combined our most popular articles and top 10 lists into a single resource. But six months is a long time in the world of the iPad, so we’ve updated and expanded the eBook to cover the latest information
LogTen Pro adds iCloud Sync for easy backups
The latest version of LogTen Pro, our top pick for electronic logbook apps, adds an automatic sync feature to keep you up to date. Read the details here.
ForeFlight 5.6 adds international flight planning
With the latest update, ForeFlight now offers more flight plan options than ever. Version 5.6 is short on flashy features, but look below the surface and you’ll see a number of interesting changes.
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