Can we legally replace paper charts with electronic charts?

The best reading is in some Advisory Circulars from the FAA. The short answer is that the iPad is absolutely a legal replacement for paper charts in the cockpit (at least for most Part 91 GA flying). …

Can a pilot legally use an iPad with ForeFlight during IFR operations?

Re: The Legalities of IFR Flight with an iPad and ForeFlight The answer was an unequivocal yes.

What type of iPad is used for aviation?

Based on our experience talking with pilots flying GA piston airplanes, the iPad mini is by far the most popular choice, primarily because of how well it fits in most cockpits. For this reason, our first choice would be the iPad Mini, WiFi-only with 256GB model as the best iPad for aviation.

Do pilots still use paper charts?

While paper is still an option, it’s not nearly as practical and reliable as electronic charts, especially if you’re flying long distances. And while many pilots still might be more comfortable with paper charts for now, we’ll keep ours in the storage closet, right next to our typewriter.

Are paper charts still required?

Yes, if you only carry one EFB, then you have to also carry paper charts as a backup. See AC 120-76B.

Is ForeFlight approved for IFR flight?

ForeFlight supports filing IFR flights to and from the US and within Canada, Caribbean, Bahamas, and Mexico, as well as within and between all EUROCONTROL member states and Greenland using the ICAO flight plan format.

Can you fly IFR with ForeFlight?

I brought up IFR and he assured me that the foreflight/stratus is legal for IFR.

Do pilots need iPad with cellular?

You must have a Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad (or an iPhone) to get a location fix in-flight because the Wi-Fi-only iPad model does not have an internal GPS receiver. A Wi-Fi-only iPad will only get a rough location fix when on the ground and near Wi-Fi access points.

Do airline pilots use iPads?

Cockpit iPads are iPads used in the aviation industry as part of an electronic flight bag to replace paper charts and manuals. This technology is currently being used by both private and commercial aircraft pilots.

What do pilots use iPads for?

iPads allow the pilot’s paperwork, aeronautical charts, and company memo’s to be stored digitally, thus saving the space needed to be carried in the cockpit. Additional apps for weight & balance, weather, flight planning, scheduling, and navigation make the iPad a very compact and powerful tool.

Is the iPad a legal replacement for paper charts in the cockpit?

Here we’ll cover the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Advisory Circulars (ACs). But first one suggestion: don’t get caught up in all the minutiae. The short answer is that the iPad is absolutely a legal replacement for paper charts in the cockpit (at least for most Part 91 GA flying).

Is it legal for a piston aircraft pilot to use an iPad?

IMPORTANT: This is the advisory circular that states it’s legal for FAA Part 91 GA piston aircraft pilots to use the iPad with current data as a paper chart replacement. A backup data source is suggested, but is not required.

Where can I read about iPads in the cockpit?

The best reading is in some Advisory Circulars from the FAA. Each year we publish a plain-language review of the FARs and Advisory Circulars pertaining to the use of iPads and electronic flight bags in the cockpit.

Are electronic devices and iPads allowed on airplanes?

Here are some regulations and documents that cover electronic devices and iPads: Pilots must determine that the PED won’t interfere with the navigation or communication systems This Advisory Circular is a complement to FAR 91.21 It mostly pertains to airlines and the use of PEDs by passengers (think cell phones and laptops).