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Flight Training and the iPad
The document discusses the use of iPads in flight training, highlighting their advantages such as digital charts, weather updates, and various aviation apps. It addresses considerations for selecting an iPad, limitations during use in-flight, and legal implications, including relevant FAA regulations. Further, it offers tips for integrating iPads into training while maintaining traditional methods and backups to ensure safety and compliance.
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- 1. Bret Koebbe iPad PilotNews Flight Training & the iPad Techniques, apps & considerations David Zitt Sporty’s Academy
- 2. Bret Koebbe • Editor iPadPilot News • App / Video Producer (ATP/CFI) Sporty’s Pilot Shop Flight Training & the iPad
- 3. ipadpilotnews.com Additional free resources Sitback, relax and learn! learntoflyhere.com
- 4. • Why pilotslove the iPad & which model to buy • The iPad as a ground preparation tool • Flying with the iPad • When and how to start using the iPad during flight training • Using the iPad during Instrument training • FAA Checkride Considerations presentation overview Flight Training & the iPad
- 5. Poll What is youriPad experience level?
- 6. Contains all aviationresources 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
- 7. Contains all aviationresources 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 Electro nic Flight Bag
- 8. Shallow learning curve(compared to other avionics) Why pilots love the iPad
- 9. Many uses outsideof aviation (you may already own one) Why pilots love the iPad
- 10. Video training coursesand test prep Why pilots love the iPad
- 11. Preflight planning tool:weather and flight plans Why pilots love the iPad
- 12. Digital Charts &Navigation in the Cockpit Why pilots love the iPad
- 13. Which iPad shouldI 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 - Screen Resolution - Cost
- 14. Four options, notupgradeable iPad Internal Memory 16GB 64GB Charts for US = 9 GB Consider extra space for Canada, Mexico, Caribbean Terrain, Synthetic Vision, Documents 128GB
- 15. built-in GPS iPad 101 Wi-FiOnly Wi-Fi + LTE No GPS Built-in GPS
- 16. built-in GPS • Youdon’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 + LTE Built-in GPS
- 17. 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
- 18. Maximum Altitude EFB/iPad Limitations 10,000’ PerApple, 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)
- 19. 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
- 20. Screen glare EFB/iPad Limitations TheiPad’s screen is inherently reflective. After it’s mounted in the cockpit, fine tune the angle at which it faces you to minimize the screen glare.
- 21. Using the iPadon the Ground
- 22. FAA Handbooks Electronic Bookson your iPad Lighten 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)
- 23. • Most FAAbooks are available free online - www.faa.gov - PDF downloads - Airplane Flying Handbook, Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, etc. - FARs & AIM - Practical Test Standards (PTS) - Aircraft Operating Manuals (Cessna Support) • Import into a PDF viewer app like, iBooks or GoodReader (available in app store) FAA Handbooks Aviation e-books
- 24. Improved layout --Search, Bookmark, Highlight FAR/AIM app FAR/AIM App From Sporty’s
- 25. Video flight training,ground school and test prep Complete Video Training Courses Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course App Private/Sport/Recreational Pilot Training • Comprehensive video training • Written Test Preparation • Flight Maneuvers Guide • Flight Training Syllabus • Practical Test Standards • Study Guide
- 26. Sporty’s Learn toFly Course Complete Video Training Courses Receive your knowledge test endorsement directly from the course after completion Certificate)of)Completion) has received the required training of 14 CFR 61.105 by completing Sporty’s Complete Private Pilot Training Course and is prepared for the Private Pilot - Airplane Knowledge Test. Date)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))CFI)#/exp.)Mr.)Eric)Radtke,)CFI) 3166162CFI / 06/30/2016 Bret Koebbe 01/12/2015
- 27. E6B Flight ComputerApps From WWII to the 21st Century Nostalgia FAA Knowledge Test Everyday use
- 28. E6B Flight ComputerApps Preflight and In-flight calculations Sporty’s E6B E6B Pro Pad
- 29. Weight & Balanceand Performance Apps Graphic interfaces, custom aircraft profiles Aviation W&B Calculator Gyronimo Performance Pad (aircraft specific)
- 30. Aircraft Checklists All thenormal and emergency checklists on your iPad Sporty’s Aircraft Checklists app Data from Qref
- 31. Dedicated apps Aircraft Owners& Pilots - Logbooks Logbook Pro LogTen Pro
- 32. great radar imagery& forecasts Weather Apps MyRadar
- 33. Using the iPadin the Cockpit
- 34. The million dollarquestion -- YES, the iPad is a LEGAL REPLACEMENT for paper charts for VFR & IFR save paper, weight and money Flying with the iPad - Part 91
- 35. FAR 91.21 &AC 91-21-1B Portable Electronic Devices Legal Considerations Flying with the iPad - Part 91
- 36. Advisory Circular 91-78 Appliesto part 91 general aviation piston operations EFB Advisory Circulars Advisory Circular 120-76C Applies to part 91F turbojet ops and commercial operators (121 & 135)
- 37. 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
- 38. Need to installan aviation app for charts and aero data Chart & Navigation Apps Charts & Data Aviation App Aviation iPad
- 39. Full-featured aviation appsin the app store Chart & Navigation Apps ForeFlight Mobile Garmin Pilot WingX Pro7
- 40. all-in-one resource • IFR/VFRCharts - Sectionals/TACs/WACs - A/FD • Complete Weather • Flight Planning • ADS-B In-Flight Weather • Terrain & Hazards • Fuel Prices • FBO directory Chart & Navigation Apps
- 41. 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
- 42. Downloading Charts Chart &Navigation Apps
- 43. • Subscription Based,~$75/year • Ease of Use – Most Important • Customer support? • Try before you buy Chart & Navigation Apps all-in-one resource
- 44. GPS Navigation withiPad Requires GPS Source Wi-Fi + LTE Model OR Plug-in Wireless Receiver
- 45. FAA NextGen –ADS-B Traffic and Weather Datalink Weather on your iPad • Subscription-free weather • ADS-B Traffic display • Portable Receivers - battery operated - integrated GPS - WiFi wireless connection - optional AHRS (pitch/bank) ADS-B Receiver
- 46. Secure the iPadin flight Consider a kneeboard or RAM mount RAM SystemsSporty’s Pilot Shop
- 47. Backup power solutions Keepthe iPad battery charged in-flight Increase battery life by 150% Meets 2.4a charging spec
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- 49. David Zitt • VicePresident Flight Education (ATP/CFI) Sporty’s Academy Flight Training & the iPad
- 50. Poll Where are youin your flight training?
- 51. When to startusing the iPad Use a systematic approach • Discuss opportunity to utilize iPad during training with Flight School • Importance of first phase of flight training -- focus on learning to fly the airplane and solo
- 52. When to startusing the iPad Use a systematic approach • Start by learning cross-country planning using paper charts, plotter, and E6B • Required by PTS & FAA Knowledge test • Limit distractions
- 53. Viewing static chartson iPad Use the iPad first as a paper chart replacement • Use the iPad as a basic chart viewer first along with pilotage and dead reckoning • Not to be used as a navigation crutch when learning fundamental navigation techniques • Consider bringing along paper charts too at first
- 54. Using the iPadas primary source When is the right time to make the transition? • Discuss with your flight instructor • Pros/Cons of timing of switch to all digital
- 55. Supplemental chart datain iPad apps Information is often located in different sections • Know where to find all the supplement data - A/FD & Supplements - Sectional legends - TACs/WACs - Class B enhancement graphics - VFR Flyway Charts - FDC NOTAMs
- 56. Flight Planning withthe iPad Use the iPad first as a paper chart replacement • Simplified calculations, not decisions • Dead reckoning highlights • Shortcomings: winds aloft, aircraft performance, differences from stock planning information • Altitude decision resources
- 57. Have a backupplan Don’t rely on just the iPad during flight training • Paper charts – marking checkpoints • Second iPad • iPhone – most apps allow subscription to run on multiple devices • Charging accessories
- 58. Weather Planning Wealth ofmeteorological information at your fingertips • Dedicated weather apps • In-app weather services – overlays on the maps in aviation apps
- 59. Weather Planning Wealth ofmeteorological information at your fingertips • Official Weather Briefings • Full weather briefings available in app through Flight Service • TFR/NOTAM considerations
- 60. Weather Planning Enhanced weatherbriefing tools • Flight Service Adverse Condition Alerting System (ACAS) • Updated adverse conditions via text/email/app • Fills in the gap between the time of briefing and departure
- 61. VFR Flight Plans Completecontrol using app • File, Activate & Close VFR Flight plans right from the app • No more calling FSS over VOR frequencies
- 62. Night Flying Considerations Preserveyour low-light vision • iPad screen brightness dimming options
- 63. Night Flying Considerations Preserveyour low-light vision • Many apps offer in-app screen dimming to lower the brightness level below iPad’s minimum level
- 64. Night Flying Considerations Howto invert chart colors in any app
- 65. Video flight training,ground school and test prep Benefits of an app home-study course Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course App Private/Sport/Recreational Pilot Training • Learn and see flight maneuvers before lessons at the airport • Study FAA Knowledge test questions and take practice tests • Save money on flight and ground training • Reference PTS criteria / Prepare for checkride
- 66. Flight Data Recording Recordyour GPS track and analyze when on the ground • Use the record function in your app to store your flight data (GPS required)
- 67. Flight Data Recording Exportto Google Earth for 3D view of flight path
- 68. Flight Data Recording Exportto CloudAhoy app for maneuver analysis
- 69. Flight Data Recording-- Stratus Continuously records flight parameters ADS-B/AHRS/GPS
- 70. Instrument Rating Still needto learn the fundamentals during flight planning • Just like when learning to plan VFR cross-countries, start by planning your trips with en route charts, flight plan forms and manual calculations • Use the iPad for weather retrieval, airport info, chart analysis, etc.
- 71. Instrument Rating Use theiPad for approach chart display • Digital charts are easy to organize and fast to load • Easy to update every 56 days • Many other benefits…
- 72. Instrument Rating Benefits ofdigital approach charts ForeFlight Mobile ForeFlight Mobile
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- 74. Instrument Rating –Route Planning ATC Cleared Routes
- 75. Instrument Rating –Route Planning Expected routing (sent from Flight Service)
- 76. Instrument Rating –Flight Plan Filing Flight plans are stored for quick re-entry for similar trips
- 77. Emergency considerations The iPadcan help, but don’t let it be a distraction • Checklist – Use paper • Assess situation in your mind, not your devices • Nearest airport feature • Quick distance measuring
- 78. Emergency considerations The iPadcan help, but don’t let it be a distraction • Diversion planning – what can it do vs. what should you let it do • Avoid information overload
- 79. FAA Checkride Considerations Howto prepare using the iPad for reference or navigation • Discuss the use of the device with the Inspector or Designee when scheduling the appointment • Be prepared to discuss how the app works and derives its calculations
- 80. FAA Checkride Considerations Howto prepare using the iPad for reference or navigation • Know the EFB Advisory Circulars and related FARs - AC 91-78 (General Aviation) - AC 120-76 (Commercial Ops) - FAR 91.21 (Portable electronics)
- 81. FAA Checkride Considerations CheckrideDay • Use the device appropriately – do not over rely on it • Be prepared for “when it breaks” • Most examiners will test your basic knowledge per the PTS – paper backup, mental math, POH, etc.
- 82. Beyond the Checkride Usethe iPad to its fullest capability • Quickly plan and brief flights with automated tools • You’ll have the knowledge to handle abnormal scenarios if the electronics have a bad day • Transition at a pace you feel comfortable with moving towards a true paperless cockpit
- 83. ipadpilotnews.com Additional free resources Formore information learntoflyhere.com
- 84. Bret Koebbe bkoebbe@sportys.com Flight Training& the iPad Techniques, apps & considerations David Zitt dzitt@sportys.com