Over one million iPads have been sold since its introduction, and not surprisingly many have found their way into pilot’s hands.

But just how should they be used in aviation?  Certainly for flight planning, but what are the implications in flight?  It is no different than any other new avionics device, you must train thoroughly before taking it into the cockpit.

Independence Aviation is a leader in helping pilots understand this technology and its use in aviation.  Our acclaimed seminar iPad Takes Flight is an overview of the technology in pre-flight, in the cockpit, while flying, and in emergency scenarios.

From these seminars we have developed more in depth class offerings ranging from the basics to advanced use in the cockpit.  These classes are called the iPad Checkout programs.  Details and descriptions are found in the PDF links below.

Download pdf of IA’s iPad Checkout course descriptions
Download pdf of IA’s iPad Checkout course bundles

We offer these classes on a regular basis at the IA classrooms.  If you are interested in hosting a class at your school, flight department or other venue, please contact us and we would love to discuss the options available.

Resources

Here we offer resources for the pilot as they research the iPad as an option.

Is the iPad legal to use in flight?

Download the FAA Advisory Circular AC-120-76A regarding Electronic Flight Bags in PDF format
Download the FAA Advisory Circular AC-91-78 regarding use of Class 1 or 2 EFB
Download the article Flying Paperless Airplanes – FAA Safety Briefing – May/June 2010
Download the FAA InFO 11011 regarding use of the Apple iPad and Other Suitable Computing Devices as EFB
Download FAA Order 8900.1, volume 4, chapter 15, section 1 regarding the EFB operational authorization process
Download FAA Order 8900.1, volume 3, chapter 18, section 3 regarding Opspec/Mspec/Loa A061, Use of EFB

iPad Takes Flight Video Excerpts

iPad EFB in An Emergency – Paper Can’t Do This! - Article by Chuck Gensler, Chief Instructor at IA

iPad Flying Information and Resources

Download ForeFlight’s Pre-flight Checklist