Top 10 articles of 2014

From synthetic vision apps to powerful ADS-B receivers, there were more tips and news stories to keep up with than ever in 2014. Out of the 158 articles we published over the last 12 months, these were the 10 most popular.

New Advanced iPad Flying webinar next week

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iPad Pilot News will be presenting a new Advanced iPad Flying webinar next week covering a wide variety of iPad topics including new iOS 8 features, ADS-B weather, accessories, preflight tips, ForeFlight Mobile and more.

What pilots need to know from Apple’s latest announcement

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Just one month after unveiling the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, Apple held an event today to show off even more new gadgets--including the latest iPad models. The event covered more than just iPads, so let's explore what's new.

There is no such thing as an “official weather briefing”

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Does your favorite iPad app count as a "legal briefing?" It doesn't matter, and here's why.

ADS-B webinar coming up October 2

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While ADS-B may be confusing, it’s probably the most important technological change you will have to deal with as a pilot over the next two decades. So it’s worth the effort to learn this new language, and a new webinar aims to help

AOPA exits the EFB market

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AOPA announced last week that they are exiting EFB market, and will instead offer a new free app focused on member needs next year.

iPad seminars at AirVenture Oshkosh 2014

iPad seminars have become a fixture at EAA's annual Oshkosh fly-in, with dozens of presenters covering topics from the basics to advanced app features and the latest iPad accessories. The 2014 edition of AirVenture is no different, with almost too many iPad seminars to count.

New iPad 101 webinar coming up this Thursday

Join experienced iPad pilot Bret Koebbe at Sporty's iPad 101 webinar this Thursday covering the latest in iPad apps, accessories and tips and tricks. Learn more about the presentation and how to register here.

Three iPad seminars this weekend at Sporty’s Fly-in

The annual Sporty's Pilot Shop Fly-in is this Saturday, May 17, at the Clermont County Airport (I69). Three seminars will cover the iPad, from Sporty's, Garmin and ForeFlight.

FAA completes ADS-B network

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In a rare case of a government agency hitting a deadline (well, almost), the FAA announced this month that the nationwide network of ADS-B ground stations is complete. Check out the final map in this article.

ADS-B coverage close to complete

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The FAA has consistently quoted "by the end of 2014" as a date for completion of the entire ADS-B network. Based on the latest coverage map, this date seems realistic.

iPad seminars galore at Sun ‘n Fun 2014

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The flying season's unofficial kick-off is next week, as the gates open for the 2014 edition of the Sun 'n Fun Fly-in at the Lakeland airport. Among the dozens of seminars covering the iPad, here are some to note.