There are thousands of weather apps for the general public, from free to quite expensive. These are great for deciding whether you need a jacket tomorrow, but when it comes to aviation weather—looking ...

ForeFlight comes preloaded with a wide range of helpful documents, but did you know you can also import and organize your own files? Whether it’s an aircraft manual, a checklist, or a training ...

After nearly a decade of work, avionics giant Garmin has released SmartCharts, a fully interactive version of those familiar approach plates that is accessible in its Garmin Pilot EFB app. This ...

Overheating: Why It Happens and What to Watch For. iPads are rated for operating temperatures between 32° and 95°F (0° to 35°C).In a closed cockpit, particularly under a canopy or on the ramp, cabin ...

If you’re working toward your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate, there’s now a powerful new tool available inside the updated Sporty’s Pilot Training app.Sporty’s has just released a ...

ForeFlight isn’t just for IFR flying—VFR pilots can also take advantage of powerful planning features, including traffic pattern entries and runway selection tools. In this video tip, we’ll show you ...

Garmin has expanded its popular Garmin Pilot ecosystem to include a brand-new browser-based tool: Garmin Pilot Web. This online flight planning resource is designed to complement the Garmin Pilot ...

In-flight satellite connectivity is more accessible now than ever for pilots flying piston airplanes and light jets. We’ve covered the developments extensively over the past year, starting with the ...

Everyone knows how to open an app on the iPad–just tap the icon and it’s off to the races. This is one of the things pilots love about the iPad. But what about closing apps–do you know the difference ...

When it comes to cockpit essentials, few products strike the balance between practicality and pilot-specific design quite like the Flight Gear Cooler Caddy from Sporty’s. Designed with iPad pilots in ...

The team at iPad Pilot News has spent hundreds of flying hours researching and testing the best apps, gear, and accessories for iPad pilots. From rugged cases and mounts that offer maximum protection, ...