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Plane Finder adds Watch app, weather layers, 3D view

August 7, 2020/2 Comments/in Apps/by John Zimmerman

There are lots of apps for tracking airplanes, from FlightAware’s ever-popular solution to the new internet traffic layer in ForeFlight. But one of the most creative and polished apps is Plane Finder, a longtime App Store best-seller. It’s great for tracking your inbound airline flight, but it also has the tools to be of value for general aviation pilots. After a busy summer, the latest version of the app is sporting some interesting new features.

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Pilot Report: Flying with Garmin Connext and your iPad

July 29, 2020/2 Comments/in Advanced Tips/by Bret Koebbe

Garmin’s Connext system allows you to wirelessly connect your iPad using Bluetooth to the Garmin avionics in your panel, and send ADS-B weather and traffic, GPS position data, flight plan information, AHRS and more right to the ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot apps. Here’s a look at how it works in our latest Pilot Report.

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ADS-B weather vs. SiriusXM satellite weather—comparing the options

July 27, 2020/8 Comments/in Advanced Tips/by John Zimmerman

If you’re considering a datalink weather receiver for your iPad (like a Sentry, Stratus, or GDL), one of the first decisions you’ll face is the source of your weather data: ADS-B or SiriusXM? Both are reliable systems that deliver the same key information, so neither one is a bad choice. But there are important differences to consider. Let’s review each option.

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Quiz: What do these aviation iPad acronyms mean?

July 14, 2020/13 Comments/in Quiz/by Chris Clarke

Aviation is full of acronyms and the growth of iPad apps and new FAA technology has only expanded this unique library of aviation code. Take our latest quiz and see if you can decode the plethora of letters you might come across in ForeFlight during your next flight.

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How to listen to SiriusXM Radio with a Garmin GDL 51 or 52

July 8, 2020/4 Comments/in Accessories/by Air Facts Staff

Garmin’s top-of-the-line portable weather receivers, the compact GDL 52 and GDL 51, receive more than just GPS and weather. With an active SiriusXM subscription, pilots and passengers can also enjoy music and live sports in flight. But there are some important steps to follow in order to avoid frustration. Here’s a step-by-step review.

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Creating your own iPad proficiency review

July 2, 2020/1 Comment/in Advanced Tips/by Bret Koebbe

As the old saying goes, “train like you fly, fly like you train.” If you fly with an iPad, don’t hide it during your training flights. Better to make it an integral part of your proficiency program, whether you’re on your own or with an instructor, including what to do if it fails. Here’s a suggested list of topics to cover.

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iPad Proficiency Check webinar recording

July 2, 2020/in Videos/by Bret Koebbe

The webinar was presented by Bret Koebbe, a pilot at Sporty’s Pilot Shop and editor of iPad Pilot News. This info-packed presentation explored topics applicable to pilots of all iPad experience levels.

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Four preflight features we like in Stratus Insight

June 30, 2020/in Apps/by John Zimmerman

Every app has its own perspective and idiosyncrasies, and Stratus Insight is no exception. Some of the unique features and design choices work well; others are a little confusing. Here are four we really like.

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What to expect from iOS 14 and iPadOS 14

June 24, 2020/3 Comments/in News/by John Zimmerman

Apple kicked off its annual developer conference Monday with a traditional keynote presentation to show off the latest features coming to iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. The latest operating system introduces a new app home screen layout for iPhone, dynamic widgets and hundreds of other new features which will debut in the fall.

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How to mark up charts in your aviation app

June 19, 2020/4 Comments/in Advanced Tips/by Bret Koebbe

Many aviation apps offer the ability to add annotations and markups directly on charts. With the Apple Pencil (or even a “dumb” stylus), it’s even easier. Here we’re going to show you how to use this feature in several apps and offer tips on how to make make the most of them during your flying.

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Understanding Sentry ADS-B settings

June 17, 2020/4 Comments/in Accessories, Advanced Tips/by Bret Koebbe

The latest generation of ADS-B receivers now offer subscription-free weather, traffic, GPS, backup attitude, pressure altitude and carbon monoxide monitoring. As the feature list has grown, the options and settings list has also grown. In this post, we’ll walk through the various options for configuring your Sentry, so you can get the most out of your investment.

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New Get Started Learning to Fly course available in Pilot Training app

June 11, 2020/1 Comment/in Apps/by Bret Koebbe

Sporty’s Pilot Training app has helped tens of thousands of pilots earn their pilot certificate, add new ratings, learn how to use a wide variety of advanced avionics systems and get checked out in new aircraft types. The latest update adds a new free Get Started Learning to Fly course, as well as lots of new content in the Instrument Rating and ForeFlight courses.