Pilot Report: Garmin Flight Stream and iPad

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Garmin's Flight Stream system allows you to wirelessly connect your iPad to the Garmin avionics installed in your panel. We recently went flying with the system to see what all it could do, and wow were we impressed.

How do I mount the iPad in my airplane?

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There are plenty of different mounts to choose from, but they aren't all universal. Which one is right for you? It depends a lot on the type of airplane you fly. Let's look at some examples.

iPad screen protector shootout – which one is best for pilots?

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Dozens of companies offer iPad screen protectors. In this article, we compare the top two and pick our overall winner. Do they really work?

Reviewing the satellite messengers for iPhone and iPad

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While some pilots enjoy the peace and solitude of flying without a cell phone connection, others are increasingly interested in staying connected during long flights. Let's review the various types of satellite communicators available today for smartphones and tablets.

Flight Outfitters launches new line of iPad bags

A new company showed up at Sun 'n Fun this year, promoting a…

New Stratus ESG ADS-B Out transponder

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Appareo, the developer behind the popular Stratus 2 ADS-B receiver, released more details today on their new Stratus ESG 1090ES transponder. This affordable device includes a WAAS GPS, is designed to be simple to install, and connects directly to the Stratus 2 portable receiver for an improved user experience in the cockpit.

Reviewing the iPad kneeboard options

In this article, we'll review some of the most popular iPad kneeboard options, so you can make an informed decision if you're not a mount person. There are more options than ever, and most of them are quite good.

The perfect iPad case and mount for pilots?

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The problem with most cases (and the reason many pilots don't use one) is that most are so big and bulky that they either don't work with mounting systems or they require an even bulkier mount. But we've recently been flying with an iPad case that may solve the dilemma.

Pilot report: new Flight Gear iPad bag

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While the amount of stuff we carry has gone down, a good flight bag is still essential equipment for most pilots. To meet this need, many companies have designed or redesigned their flight bags to accommodate the iPad. The latest is the Flight Gear collection, and we recently spent some time flying with the new Flight Gear iPad Bag.

What’s in your iPad flight bag? One pilot’s list

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This is the first in a series where we'll ask different pilots what they carry when they fly with an iPad. To kick things off, we asked John Zimmerman, publisher of iPad Pilot News, for his list of must-haves.

iPhone 6 and 6 Plus mounts now available

The iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are finding a home in many cockpits, as pilots come to appreciate larger screens on these new phones. Regardless of how you use your iPhone, it's smart to secure it in the cockpit. Some new options from RAM offer convenient ways to keep them stable.

Which iPad mount is right for my airplane?

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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.