Sentry ADS-B Receivers for ForeFlight – comparing all three models

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Sentry is a family of compact, affordable ADS-B receivers specifically made for ForeFlight. In addition to popular features like subscription-free weather and traffic, some Sentry models also include a carbon monoxide detector to warn of dangerous conditions in the cockpit and an automatic flight data recorder.

Starlink Mini: Mounting Options Compared

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Whether you’re flying local VFR or a more intense IFR cross-country, having reliable Starlink connectivity depends as much on your mount as it does on the antenna itself. For budget-conscious pilots, the Starlink Mini Silicone Window Suction or Dash Mount provide simple, secure options. If adjustability and multi-surface mounting matter most, Flight Gear and RAM mounts deliver robust, cockpit-tested performance.

Starlink Update: New In-Motion Speed Limits (and What It Means for Pilots)

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If you’ve been using Starlink to stay connected in the cockpit, Starlink just issued an important update that’s worth understanding before your next trip. Here’s the plain-English version of what changed, what your options are, and how to decide whether an Aviation plan makes sense for you.

Backup Battery Roundup: How Much Power Do You Really Need?

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How much backup battery do you really need in the cockpit? We compare three Flight Gear power banks—from a compact 2,000 mAh emergency pack to a 27,600 mAh smart battery built for multi-device IFR flying—and explain how to choose the right one for your mission.

Product Report: Flight Gear Smart Suction Mount

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The Flight Gear Smart Suction Mount uses an electric suction system with a mechanical lock, creating a firm, confident hold on smooth cockpit surfaces like glass or clean panels. Press it into place, and you’ll actually hear it lock down. It’s a reassuring detail for the flight deck.

Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus adds full color screen

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Garmin's new inReach Mini 3 Plus adds a full color screen and allows pilots to send texts, photos and voice messages in flight via a satellite connection.

The Best iPad Kneeboards for Pilots: 5 Top Picks for 2026

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We can all agree that the iPad has become an essential cockpit tool, but how you mount it matters just as much as the apps you run. A good iPad kneeboard keeps your tablet secure, readable, and within easy reach—without blocking controls or turning your leg into a cluttered mess.

Pilot Report: Stratus 4 ADS-B Receiver

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Appareo released the all-new Stratus 4 portable ADS-B receiver, adding several new features and a color touchscreen.

Best iPad Pilot Gifts for 2025

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From smart battery packs to essential apps, our 2025 iPad Pilot Gift Guide highlights the top tools and accessories that make flying safer, more organized, and more enjoyable. Whether you’re shopping for a student pilot or seasoned aviator, these carefully tested picks deliver real cockpit value.

How to mount your iPhone using MagSafe in the cockpit

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Robust offers a MagSafe iPhone suction cup mount to easily secure your device in the cockpit.

Flying with the Garmin D2 Mach 2 and D2 Air X15

This month Garmin launched the latest generation of their popular smartwatch, the D2 Air X15 and the D2 Mach 2, which feature better screens and more features than ever. The watches are also another node in Garmin's Connext platform, which ties together multiple devices in the cockpit, from iPad apps to panel avionics. Here's how to use them.

Ready to start flying with Starlink internet? Listen to this podcast first

Bret Koebbe, editor of iPad Pilot News, recently joined Max Trescott on the Aviation News Talk podcast to share how pilots can get started with Starlink Mini, covering hardware, subscriptions, mounting, power options, and tips from his year of flying with the system. Listen in to learn how to stay connected in the cockpit like never before.