getting started with ipad flying
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Bret KoebbeSporty’s Pilot Shop
Getting Started with iPad FlyingTechniques, apps & accessories
Bret Koebbe
• ATP / CFI / Vice PresidentSporty’s Academy
• App / Video ProducerSporty’s Pilot Shop
• EditoriPad Pilot News
Getting Started with the iPad
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Additional resources
Sit back, relax and learn!
• How-to articles
• iPad Tips & News
• iPad Newsletter
• iPad 101
• Pilot Productivity Apps
• In-flight aviation apps
• GPS, ADS-B and mounting accessories
• iPad Preflight Checklist
presentation overview
Getting Started with the iPad
PollWhat is your iPad experience level?
1) Looking to buy an iPad
2) New iPad user
3) Advanced iPad user
4) Airline/Corporate iPad Pilot
Contains all aviation resources on one device
Why pilots love the iPad
Digital charts & weather
Aviation book reader
Weight & Balance
E6B Flight Computer
GPS Navigation
Logbook
Flight Data Recorder
Contains all aviation resources on one device
Why pilots love the iPad
Digital charts & weather
Aviation book reader
Weight & Balance
E6B Flight Computer
GPS Navigation
Logbook
Flight Data Recorder
ElectronicFlightBag
Which iPad should I buy?First consider size - iPad or iPad Mini
• All iPad apps run on both devices
• Similar battery life
• Same memory & wireless options
• So what’s the main difference?
- Size/Weight
- Cost
Highly recommended
iPad Air 2
• 40% faster, 18% thinner
• Touch ID on home button
• Built-in barometer
• New screen technology,reduces glare
• Storage – 16/64/128 GB
No major improvement to iPad Mini during latest release
Four options, not upgradeable
iPad Internal Memory
16GB 64GB
Charts for US = 9 GB
High Resolution Terrain = 2 GB
Consider extra space for Canada,
Mexico, Caribbean
Requires 2x space during
Chart updates
128GB
built-in GPS
iPad 101
Wi-Fi Only Wi-Fi + LTENo GPS Built-in GPS
built-in GPS
• You don’t need to activate the
LTE service for the GPS to work
• Don’t count on being able to access
LTE data in the air
*IMPORTANT*
iPad 101
Wi-Fi + LTEBuilt-in GPS
Bluetooth GPS Bluetooth GPS
Add GPS with an accessory
iPad 101
Lightning Connector
Look for red badge on app store icon
app updates – free new features!
iPad 101
Consider turning automatic app updates OFF to avoidsurprises
app updates – automatic download?
iPad 101
Settings
iPad Controls
System settings are
accessed from the Settings
app, located on the home
screen
• Turn on/off WiFi, Bluetooth, Cellular Data
• Set screen auto-lock timer
• View how much storage space is free
• Set Date/Time (important to keep this set, since
apps use iPad time for ETD/ETA
display)
Control Panel
• Swipe up from bottom
of screen to display
• Quick access way to
control WiFi, Bluetooth,
Airplane Mode, etc.
iPad Controls
Temperature
EFB/iPad Limitations
32°- 95° F
IMPORTANT: avoid mounting or storing the iPad in direct sunlight, as this will cause the iPad to quickly overheat and temporarily shutdown to protect the internal battery
Maximum Altitude
EFB/iPad Limitations
10,000’
Per Apple, the maximum authorized pressure altitude the iPad should be operated at is 10,000 ft.
NOTE: the iPad and iPad Mini have demonstrated the ability to continue to function normally after experiencing rapid decompression, going from 8,000’ to 51,000’ in 10 seconds (test required per AC 120-76C)
GPS Interference
EFB/iPad Limitations
• Operators must determine that the iPad does not interfere with existing aircraft systems for all flight phases
• The most likely cause of GPS interference comes from leaving the Cellular Data function ON in flight
Screen glare
EFB/iPad Limitations
• Adjust angle that iPad is mounted or use a glare filter
• iPad Air 2 uses increased anti-reflectivecoating on the screen
Screen glare
EFB/iPad Limitations
Tip: Consider applying a glare-reducing screen protector (available from Sporty’s)
Pilot Productivity Apps
FAA Handbooks
Electronic Books on your iPadLighten the load on your flight bag
Federal Aviation
Regulations (FAR)
Aeronautical
Information
Manual (AIM)
Airplane POH
(e.g. C172 Manual)
Avionics Pilot’s Guides
(e.g. Garmin 430)
FAA Practical Test
Standards (PTS)
E6B Flight Computer Apps
From WWII to the 21st Century
Nostalgia FAA Knowledge
Test
Everydayuse
Weight & Balance and Performance Apps
Graphic interfaces, custom aircraft profiles
Aviation W&B Calculator
Gyronimo Performance Pad(aircraft specific)
Dedicated apps
Aircraft Owners & Pilots - Logbooks
Logbook Pro
LogTen Pro
Flight TrackingUses GPS to record your flight data in the background
CloudAhoy
Aircraft ChecklistsAll the normal and emergency checklists on your iPad
Aircraft Checklists appData from Qref
Using the iPad in the Cockpit
The million dollar question -- YES, the iPad is a LEGAL
REPLACEMENT for paper charts for VFR & IFR
save paper, weight and money
Flying with the iPad - Part 91
FAR 91.21 & AC 91-21-1BPortable Electronic Devices
Legal Considerations
Flying with the iPad - Part 91
Advisory Circular 91-78Applies to part 91 GA piston ops
EFB Advisory Circulars
Advisory Circular 120-76C
Applies to part 91F turbojet ops and commercial operators (121 & 135)
Advisory Circular 91-78
- Class 1 Electronic Flight Bag (EFB)
- Functional equivalent of paper reference material
(apps like ForeFlight, Garmin & WingX)
- Backup Source recommended, not required
(Paper or a 2nd EFB)
- Does not cause electronic interference (FAR 91.21 reference)
- Use first during an evaluation period with paper available
Legal Considerations
Flying with the iPad - Part 91
Need to install an aviation app for charts and aero data
Chart & Navigation Apps
Charts & Data
Aviation App
Aviation iPad
Full-featured aviation apps in the app store
Chart & Navigation Apps
ForeFlight Mobile Garmin Pilot WingX Pro7
PollWhat is your preferred iPad app?
1) Garmin Pilot
2) ForeFlight
3) WingX Pro
4) Seattle Avionics FlyQ
5) Jeppesen Mobile Flight Deck
all-in-one resource
• IFR/VFR Charts - Sectionals/TACs/WACs
- A/FD
• Complete Weather
• Flight Planning
• ADS-B In-Flight Weather
• Terrain & Hazards
• Synthetic Vision
• FBO directory & Fuel Prices
Chart & Navigation Apps
all-in-one resource
ForeFlight Mobile
all-in-one resource
Garmin Pilot
Packed with features
WingX Pro7
Aviation Chart apps in the app store
Jeppesen Chart Apps
Jeppesen Mobile Flight Deck VFRVFR Chart app for General Aviation
Jeppesen Mobile Flight DeckWorldwide Charts
Jeppesen Mobile TCTerminal Charts
Perfect for fltplan.com users - FREE
FltPlan Go App
Store Fltplan.com data for offline use
- Navigation Logs
- Weather briefings
- VFR/IFR Charts
- Charts for Canada,Mexico & Caribbean
More Chart/Navigation Apps
Seattle Avionics FlyQ
Detailed app feature comparison guide available on ipadpilotnews.com
Air Navigation Pro
• Try before you buy
• Subscription Based, ~$75/year
• Ease of Use – Most Important
• Talk to other pilots
• Customer support?
Chart & Navigation Appsall-in-one resource
Downloading Charts
Chart & Navigation Apps
Charts will display
automatically on the
ground when connected
to internet, but they won’t
be available in the air
Downloading Charts
Chart & Navigation Apps
Step 1: Select chart type
Step 2: Select states to
download
Chart & Navigation Appsall-in-one resource
Provide supplemental data in flight
New Apps
BaroAltimeter NRST
iPhone 6 only
Cloud Topper
In-flight weather app
iPad Accessories
Accessory Considerations
Backup Power
GPS / ADS-B
Mounting
GPS AccessoriesAdd WAAS GPS navigation and position data to your iPad
New model for the Lightning port(iPad Mini & Air)
Wireless Bluetooth Options
Dual XGPS160
Garmin GLO
Bad Elf Pro
Bad Elf
FAA NextGen – ADS-B Traffic and Weather
Datalink Weather on your iPad
• Subscription-free weather
• ADS-B Traffic display
• Portable Receivers
- battery operated (4 to 8 hours)
- integrated GPS
- wireless: WiFi or Bluetooth
- optional AHRS
In-FlightWeather Radar5 – 10 minutes old
ADS-B receivers
In-Flight Weather – Garmin GDL 39 3D
• Portable ADS-B Receiver
• Built-in WAAS GPS & AHRS
• Provides both subscription-free weather & traffic
• Works with some with Garmin GPSs
Works withGarmin Pilot
ADS-B receivers
In-Flight Weather – Stratus
• Subscription-free weather!
• ADS-B Traffic
• Built-in WAAS GPS
• Dual-band 978/1090 MHz
• Integrated AHRS
Works withForeFlight Mobile
In-Flight Weather – StratusAHRS
In-Flight Weather – ADS-B Products
WingX Pro • FlyQ • Fltplan.com
Sagetech Clarity
Dual XGPS170
Accessories – Kneeboards for iPad and MiniFull Kneeboards
Sporty’s iPad Kneeboard
iPro AviatorKneeboard
MyClipKneeboard
Accessories - RAM MountsCockpit supports
RAM Systems RAM Systems RAM Systems
Backup power solutionsKeep the iPad battery charged in-flight
Increase battery life by 150% Meets 2.4a charging spec
iPad Preflight
Required part of every flight
iPad Preflight
Start every flight with battery at 100%
Normal use gives 8 – 10 hours (screen brightness less than max)
Using with wireless GPS accessory? Expect 4 – 6 hours
Preflight – Charge the Battery
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Charging best practices
Make sure to use included
charger (or other 2 amp
charger)
Takes 4 – 6 hours to charge
drained battery
OK to leave plugged in at office
or home when not in use
Preflight – Charge the Battery
NOTE: iPad Mini requires only 1 amp charger (same as iPhone)
Verify in the Updates section of App Store
Preflight – Apps up to date
After any install or update – Run application at least once on
the ground to verify it works & your aviation data is still there
Preflight – Apps up to date
Verify in your aviation app
New data available every 28 days;
available 4 – 5 days in advance
The app will store 2 sets of data, and
automatically switch over at the new
date/time (requires 2x space)
Preflight – Aviation database up to date
Preflight – Charts needed for your tripForeFlight Pack
Preflight – Backup source?Not required – but consider your iPhone as a backup
Preflight – Configure wireless radiosReduce potential interference and maximize battery life
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iPadWiFi or Bluetooth
GPS or ADS-B
Turn off WiFi, Bluetooth
and Cellular Data when
not needed
NOTE: Airplane Mode set to disables internal iPad GPS
OF
F
Preflight – Screen Brightness SetMaximize battery life
Start with a clean screen(requires less screen brightness)
Set screen brightness lower than max if conditions allow
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