Garmin unveils synthetic vision

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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.

New study features added to Sporty’s pilot training apps

Sporty's Learn to Fly Course app has received 4 major updates over the past 12 months. Here we'll show you the latest features, including the integration of the FAA's new full-color high res images in the test prep section.

Checklist apps for your iPad

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Using your iPad to display a checklist can help further declutter your cockpit and reduce heads down time. Here we'll show you what options are available and give some tips to help you transition to an electronic checklist.

LogTen Pro adds iCloud Sync for easy backups

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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.

Garmin Pilot adds attitude display, camera support and more

Garmin Pilot released its first update of 2014, adding a nice selection of new features, an attitude display to go along with the GDL 39 3D and Garmin VIRB camera integration.

iPad navigation app buyer’s guide

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Pilots have plenty of options when it comes to choosing a preflight weather and navigation app for iPad. To get you started, here's a side-by-side comparison of the major aviation apps.

ForeFlight adds animated ADS-B radar

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ForeFlight released the first new update for 2014, adding animated ADS-B radar for Stratus users, and a new zoom-to-route feature.

Garmin releases Garmin VIRB camera app

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Garmin's companion app to the VIRB Elite camera is now available, and allows you to see a live video preview from the camera and remotely control the recording and settings from your iPad or iPhone.

ForeFlight adds Caribbean and Mexico charts

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ForeFlight released its twentieth update of the year today with version 5.5. This adds IFR charts for the Caribbean and Mexico, oceanic planning charts and an enhanced document syncing feature.

Editors’ Choice: Top apps for 2013

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There are hundreds of dedicated aviation apps available for the iPad, making it difficult to sometimes to sort the good from the bad. Here we've listed our favorite apps in number of different categories.

New FAR/AIM app available from Sporty’s

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Sporty's new FAR/AIM app contains all the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and content from the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) for easy study and review.