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.

Product Review—MyGoFlight iPad Pro & Air Kneeboard/Mountable Sport Case Pro

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Designed specifically for aviation, it offers rugged protection, versatile mounting and kneeboard options, cooling features, and smart storage for accessories. Whether you're a student pilot or a seasoned airline captain, at $159, this case is a worthy investment for keeping your EFB secure and accessible in-flight.

Product Review: Scooch Heat Block Screen Protector

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While no screen protector can completely eliminate overheating in extreme conditions, the Scooch Heat Block Screen Protector is an excellent safeguard against one of the iPad’s biggest cockpit limitations. For pilots who fly in warm climates or frequently battle sun glare, it’s a small investment.

Product Report: Front Seat Organizer Delivers Functionality and Convenience

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The standout feature of this organizer is its padded compartment, designed specifically to protect your valuable EFB. Whether you are using an iPad Mini or a full-size model, this compartment ensures your device stays safe and secure, yet easily accessible.

Sporty’s Introduces New iPad Storage Option with Built-In Cooler and Drink Caddy

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When it comes to cockpit essentials, few products strike the balance between practicality and pilot-specific design quite like the Flight Gear Cooler Caddy from Sporty’s. Designed with iPad pilots in mind, this cooler is more than just a container for cold drinks, it keeps your tablet front and center, accessories organized, and is a must-have for cross-country flights.

New Retractable 12/24 Volt Charger Offers Convenience, Safety and Reliability

This charger is more than just a power source—it’s a flight deck organizer, a safety tool, and a productivity enhancer all rolled into one. Whether you’re on a cross-country flight or training in the practice area, you can trust this device to keep your essential tools fully charged and ready to go.

Garmin inReach Plus adds photo and voice satellite messaging

Garmin's new inReach Messenger Plus allows pilots to send texts, photos and voice messages in flight via a satellite connection.

Top 10 iPad Pilot Gifts for 2024

The team at iPad Pilot News has spent hundreds of flying hours researching and testing the best apps, gear, and accessories for iPad pilots. From rugged cases and mounts that offer maximum protection, to essential apps for training and flight preparation, these thoughtfully curated gifts are designed to make a pilot’s flying experience smoother, safer, and more organized.

New MagSafe mount secures your iPhone in the cockpit

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

How to mount and use your iPhone as an EFB in the cockpit

The larger iPhones are finding a home in many cockpits, which can run full-featured versions of popular flight planning and navigation apps like ForeFlight or Garmin Pilot. Regardless of how you use your iPhone, it's smart to secure it in the cockpit. Here are a few options from Robust, RAM and MyGoFlight that offer convenient ways to keep them stable.
Flight Gear iPad Organizer Kneeboard

Accessory review: new kneeboard, flight bag, and battery pack

To get the most out of our EFB, a few additional accessories are worth considering, like ADS-B receivers and charging products. There is always something new in this market, and in this post we'll review three products we've been testing recently.

How to use the Sentry Plus advanced features

Sentry Plus is the most capable ADS-B receiver on the market, providing a wealth of in-flight navigation, weather, traffic and safety awareness features. Here we're going to take a look at its advanced settings, to help you best customize it for your specific flight operation.