Navigation app showdown, round 2 – ForeFlight vs. WingX vs. Garmin
We update the most popular article ever published on iPad Pilot News. Which aviation app is best? What has changed? Join the debate.
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The flight school of the future – using an iPhone for training
In this guest post, flight instructor Patrick Carter shares his method for recording flight lessons using an iPhone. He says it could dramatically improve the flight training experience for students.
Pilot poll: most wanted accessory
EAA Airventure in Oshkosh is going on this week, and iPad gear is a hot topic. From new iPad Mini kneeboards to the latest GPS receivers, pilots have lots of choices when it comes to the next upgrade. What’s at the top of your list?
Garmin Pilot 5.1 adds terrain, new route options
At Oshkosh, Garmin introduced version 5.1 of their Pilot app for iPad. We review what’s new, including a change to the subscription levels.
Plenty of iPad seminars at Airventure 2013
If there were any doubt about the iPad’s popularity among pilots, a look at the forum schedule for EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2013 should make it clear. EAA’s list shows over 30 seminars on iPad apps, accessories and tips. Here are some highlights
The iPad 1 is dead; long live the iPad Mini
While many high end gaming apps long ago abandoned the iPad 1, ForeFlight, WingX and Garmin all officially support it to this day. That’s admirable, but we don’t expect that to last, for two reasons.
Dual unveils SkyPro GPS
Dual Electronics’ XGPS150 has been the most popular iPad GPS for a few years now, with a great combination of accuracy, small size and long battery life. This week, Dual announced a follow-on product–the XGPS160.
Reader poll: favorite app feature
Everyone has his own reasons for liking the app they use. In our latest reader poll, we want to know which is your favorite feature.
ForeFlight 5.2 adds Canadian, Helicopter charts
The latest version of ForeFlight Mobile adds some major new charting capabilities and should open up the app to more widespread adoption. There are also some upgrades for current users, so let’s review what’s new.
Ultimate Android setup – our recommendation
We sometimes get asked about the best Android package to fly with, and it’s a fair question. So, which is the best tablet, app and accessories? Here are our suggestions
Updated ADS-B coverage map released
The FAA has been rapidly expanding its network of ADS-B ground stations. A new map shows just how good coverage has become.
ADS-B Traffic 101
The new generation of portable ADS-B receivers for the iPad can receive traffic in addition to weather. But when do you see traffic? To help, we’ve created this simple graphic, which shows three common scenarios
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