Top 10 iPad Tips For Pilots

[@michaelbrannon2608]

Love your content stef! If you fly an older model plane with no 12v, get a reliable powerbank! I flew around Australia in a 172R with a samsung 10,000mah powerbank and it never let me down. The ipad didnt budge off 100% even on 12 hour days of flying.

[@lincolnfishpool3298]

I've only recently purchased an iPad to start using an EFB, I'm so glad I saw this video. These are some great tips! Thanks Stefan

[@fukawi2]

Fantastic list of tips Stef. Completely agree with not having a security code or similar; one less distraction after locking the screen during flight.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks, good to hear that was useful.

[@tomcruise11880]

Thank you for the video, Stefan! Very very considerable ideas in flight status.

[@stihlnz]

On to it ..first try out of the mini iPad 6 in the Cessna 180 Wanaka to Big Bay West Coast NZ today .... getting the protective case and have turned off functions as advised ...top stuff appreciated.

[@BigGuyPrime]

1st time seeing your channel, very informative subscribed! thank you!

[@richdad100]

1. Make sure it is fully charged!!

[@rodblievers620]

As a total computer Luddite, I really appreciated this one Stef. Thanks.

[@Old.Man.Of.The.Mountain]

Here's another tip: Do every 10th flight planning or so the old fashioned way using paper and pen.. just in case one day you drop the iPad on the tarmac and the fuel truck backs on to it 💔

[@AboutTheAirplane]

Aww ! Did that happen to you?

[@mdhsabh]

Thanks, very good. I'm going to use these! One comment: the "plastic thing" on the front doesn't protect your ipad from rain. It protects the screen from scratching.

[@ericlawrence9729]

Really helpful, great tips and production. Keep up the great work. God Bless.

[@lorenplanes]

My new favourite aviation channel! I'm based out of YSBK, and as an aspiring pilot and filmmaker, absolutely love your videos. Seriously amazing. Keep it up!

[@StefanDrury]

Hey lorenplanes, welcome to the channel, thanks for subscribing! Lots of travel and aviation content coming the next few months, a great time to subscribe :) Thanks for the kind words, stef

[@lorenplanes]

Will definitely stay tuned for more ;) I've got a couple flying videos coming out myself, obviously nothing to the level of yours, as they are basically unedited flights, but one day I'm looking to make videos kind of like your own. :)

[@TheVFRPilot]

Stefan, again a real nice and interesting Vlog. You are amazing and a real inspiration for me. It is because of you I started my own KZbin channel with Vlogs of my flying adventures!

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks VFR Pilot, great to have more aviation content here on KZbin.

[@matthewpolitis5119]

having a cellular iPad and having a sim card with data on it

[@jc2478]

I keep 6gb on Both my phone and ipad just in case. Both have rollover.

[@CristhianEspinosa]

I have tmobile with mine, how high does data actually is unable to reach, specifically during VFR?

[@Cleared_To_Land]

Don't worry about saving those websites if you have AvPlan, like you do. That information is all in the APP!!!! Under the weather page. Including ship tins of other features from Wind Aloft. I have the professional version, so perhaps the basic VFR package doesn't include this? Not sure. Try to use the flying APP (such as AvPlan) as much as possible as you can quickly flick between pages, rather than flick between APPS. But if you want to flick between APPs, use the "four finger swipe" gesture. Also, you can overlay APPs in the one screen by opening an APP, then swiping up slowly to get the quick bar at bottom, then swipe and drag the second APP making an overlay split screen. Handy for Marine Pilot transfer and having marine traffic up at the same time as AvPlan.

[@TheMicroPilot]

iPad has been ordered and is on the way. I can't wait to start using it and your tips definitely helped. Slightly worried the older operating system of the iPad mini 3 won't work with newer versions of the apps I want.

[@vincentmolloy5660]

Well done bro. Thanks

[@paulstephens2121]

If you are flying an approach, especially in IMC have the approach plate selected on your back up EFB. Speaking from experience. My iPad overheated and shut down half way down an RNAV approach. Having the approach quickly available on the backup iPad avoids having to go missed whilst you sort yourself out.

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah backup plates/charts is a really important point. I didn't want to touch on that in this video, but it's legally required in most places and is just good airmanship. Thanks for sharing that story, and nice work having that backup available.

[@TJFlyingAdventures]

Great Stuff! ... Like you, I swear by my iPad in the cockpit. It's hard to believe just a few short years ago, pilots used to carry paper charts everywhere!

[@StefanDrury]

I know right? I am a big fan of the EFB.

[@wagnertenor]

I still keep paper charts in the cockpit. Final backup when everything else fails.

[@TJShembekar]

@@wagnertenor I know a couple of people that still carry paper charts... (But not many)

[@Jer0tube]

Very good points there, what is your opinion about using ipad vs android tablets? Personally I don't like Apple products but I purchased an ipad mini as many pilots believe they're the better tablet for aviation use.

[@damienmilk3025]

Great tips, thanks Stef, i can whole hardheartedly recommend Michael's book , its a great read.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Damien, yeah it’s an awesome story hey?

[@FlyWithDady]

Very very useful video thanks

[@sawyerbeals5105]

Do you think that the 11 inch ipad pro would be a good for inflight use. I know the mini is obviously the better size, but for every thing else I would like to use the ipad for, the 11 inch pro makes more since. Your input would be greatly appreciated.

[@bobloch]

bring an extra power cable

[@thomasgillis7632]

Some great tips! What days are you going to be at the airshow? Sadly I’m only there on the Friday, but it would be awesome to meet you there!

[@maxalexkid]

Love your work Stef, just got an iPad Mini and would love to know which case this is in this video?? Cheers

[@StefanDrury]

Thank you, I got that case off eBay. Just searched for heavy duty iPad mini cases and found that one. It was a while ago so it might have changed since though. But it's just a cheap one from China I think, not a brand name cover.

[@maxalexkid]

@@StefanDrury Ah great, thanks!

[@r-s-k.]

Great advice thank you

[@jamesclarke2544]

Great vid Stef - you've really helped inspire me to get back in to PPL training after a bit of a hiatus in recent years. Question for you was what do you use to mount your iPad in the cockpit? I've seen people mount them to the control column on aircraft like PA28s.

[@StefanDrury]

That's awesome James, great to hear you're getting back into flying. We all have breaks, I logged one flight back in 2010 due to some personal/financial reasons, breaks are not uncommon. I don't mount my iPad in the cockpit, but I stow it for takeoff and landing. In flight I keep it on my lap or under my kneeboard if the sun is shining into the cockpit (I can direct a vent from the air-conditioning on it to keep it cool).

[@michaelgiordano1004]

Search PIVOT iPad (Panavise) mount. Rock solid-NO issues-well made. Not cheap however.

[@JohnVK5JAK]

@@StefanDrury Love all the videos. But be cautious of loose iPads in the cockpit. Have you seen the report about the Chinook fire fighting helicopter crash. Caused by an iPad jamming the tail rotor pedals. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmGxYmifnbSFfqM

[@LarjoskiFlyingAway]

I just bought a refurbished iPad mini and just did all of that a few weeks ago. Forgot to lock the orientation before my cross country though and yes it was annoying it spinning around.

[@canerdogan3494]

Great vid!

[@marcrussell7690]

Awesome video Stef. Cannot wait to meet you at Avalon 😁😁😁

[@chrisolsen3642]

Thx mate! Good advice, especially for an apple newbie like me. :)

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks for watching Chris, really glad you found that helpful.

[@cbmontreal]

Some great tips here! Especially about removing everything not flight related. The only question remains now is iPad mini or iPad regular size

[@graemestokes249]

Hey Stef, Great video as always.... As for Avalon, I'll wave from the Qantas Jumbo as we do our fly pass..... That's on Saturday, if your there that day.

[@StefanDrury]

Jealous! I really wanted a seat on that. Should be an awesome flight, I'll be waving back 👋

[@graemestokes249]

@@StefanDrury It will be my first time in a Jumbo as well, so it's even more special. Will you be attending a stand to meet your fans or just going to watch like the rest of us ??

[@FunPlacesToFly]

Excellent tips!

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks, glad you found those useful.

[@glennllewellyn7369]

Good stuff. Always wondered.

[@MrGluestik]

good tips! Just curious what kneeboard you reccomend for Ipad?

[@Boeing_Luke]

Hi Stef, great video mate. In your opinion what do you think the best flight planning and inflight app is to use?

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Luke, I use AvPlan EFB as my main flight planning app and in-flight EFB. Been using that full-time for about a year now, used it on my Outback trip and all my recent flights (Tasmania, etc). I haven't used Foreflight or Skydemon in flight myself, but I'm very happy with AvPlan. Also planning to use AvPlan in the US and Europe later this year for some flying I'm doing, will report back on how it performs there.

[@ttjclz]

Nice video with good stuff..

[@ttjclz]

When is the new mini iPad going to come out? Too many issues with system incompatibilities..

[@StefanDrury]

This is the big question - I'd seriously hope it was this year, there were rumours of a batch of Apple products this year, IPM5 being one of them. A new version with the new chip and Apple Pencil would be great.

[@tomcruise11880]

BTW, where on the airplane do you put your iPad? I personally think, to put it on thigh is not too good. It requires me to head down quite often. So, I'm thinking to buy suction mount.

[@vaibhavtank3741]

Does the model of the ipad play any important role ? Eg. ipad mini is better Or ipad pro etc

[@Doug4651Mac]

I found out about a feature of the iPad by accident. Whilst at a holding point Looking into the sun I went to turn on my iPad which I have dash mounted. When it came up I found it had reversed colours. Decided to take off when able to set the autopilot, when searching for the problem via my phone. An hour later found that triple tapping the home/on button turns the iPad the night mode on and off. Just thought I would mention it in case like me, you accidentally tap the home button three time.

[@ChapatiMan]

You can change what the triple tap does

[@JodelFlyer]

Good video Stef. I am lucky enough to be able to mount my iPad on a Ram mount and can charge with USB from aircraft power.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks Tim, yeah in-flight power is a good option if you can do it. I have power to the iPad in the Cirrus as well so I don't need to concern myself over draining the battery, but a mount for the iPad is something I could definitely look into. Off to the shops....!

[@bendav]

I use one iPad for most of my browsing, email, etc., so having one with only aviation apps is not convenient. I've put all my aviation related apps on a single page with personal apps elsewhere. I do like the tip about security - maybe I'll put changing security settings in my pre-flight routine. In any event, nice tips - thanks.

[@StefanDrury]

Cheers Ben, good points there, and yeah I do understand if you have one iPad for all uses. As long as it's organised well and your flying apps aren't suffering during flight (from notifications, disk space, etc) but it sounds like you've got that covered. Thanks mate.

[@juliosuri8198]

Muchas gracias por compartir sus experiencias. Mis mayores deseos que todos tengamos vuelos felices.

[@hridayabisural721]

Should you buy a laptop for ipad for aviation school ?

[@seanmcerlean]

Tip tops or is it top tips Stefan.👍

[@philipmead3575]

There is one other thing I do and that is have an email account dedicated for all my aviation needs rather than my actual personal account, this is to keep the IPAD purely for aviation. i treat my flight time as a business, they are seperate to all my personal accounts including bank accounts, keeping an ipad puerly for aviation is a great way of doing it. most of us have smart phones and or other tablets that can be used for the everyday things. I do like using the ipad because my partner and i can message each other via imessage without having to take out my phone. a friend of mine created something for my partner that is really simillar to SAR time, if i have not checked in at my estimated landing time, a workflow will trigger to my partner to check Flight24 if the plane I am flying has ADS-B to check if i am still flying, if i am in within data range i can with a simple push of a button to extend for a further 30min or have a pre made message stating i am still flying and at the same time send Lat and Long of the location that it was sent. Technology has progresed so much and a lot of the tools are free to use. went on a bit off track but i wanted to share what i do in some cases.

[@StefanDrury]

Great tips there, thanks for sharing Philip.

[@henryqian3350]

Mate, exactly the same habit. My iPad for flying is the same as you.

[@marcosgonzalezfernandez2151]

Hi Stefan. My tip would be to use a kneepad to hold your ipad on top of your leg so it wont fall to the side. Otherwise you can place it near the window with suction devices. Best regards

[@StefanDrury]

Yeah that's a good tip actually, the iPad should be secured for takeoff and landing. I've seen iPad kneeboard holders at Sporty's in the US, not seen many here in Australia. Maybe I'll take a look at the airshow this week and see if I can find one to review.

[@marcosgonzalezfernandez2151]

Good luck in the Air show and keep posting great videos. Best regards from Spain.

[@canerdogan3494]

Looking forward to the Avalon air show on Saturday !

[@StefanDrury]

Me too! Hope to see you there.

[@angusaikman3085]

@@StefanDrury Are you going on Sunday?

[@blokeslife604]

If you are flying at night set the display accommodations to invert colours so your not blinded by stupidly bright white pages.

[@alankroit]

Hi Stef. Will you be at the airshow on Thursday? If so, how can I find you please?

[@parqld]

What shock proof case do you use ?

[@alankroiter9741]

Hi Stef. I thought I posted a comment here the other day but can't see it now. Will you be at the air show tomorrow (Thursday) ? If so, how can I find you please? I would love to catch up if possible. Thanks.

[@flaron352]

Have a stupid question. How does the ipad operate the apps? If a cellular plan is required I've read than it would be unreliable and possibly illegal.

[@Hedgeflexlfz]

What type of iPad should I get

[@verveblack]

what shock proof case do you use? any recommendations?

[@iVince905]

What ipad should you get? wifi only or with cellular?

[@cbmontreal]

If you can afford it get the cell one but don’t sign up for a cell plan that way you still get the benefit of the GPS which the wifi only version doesn’t have. Alternatively if you already have a wifi only device (like me) spend $90 on a Bluetooth GPS receiver like the Dual electronics Universal GPS

[@jhc2440]

I have one serious question about the size. As a private pilot, what should I buy either Ipad pro 3rd generation 11inch or just ipad mini 5?

[@cbmontreal]

I would be interested to know this answer. I have an iPad from 2017 and would like to upgrade and see the mini is common due to size but i do wonder if it will be too small.

[@jc2478]

In just got a mini. I think it's perfect but i wouldn't hesitate to get one with a larger screen in the same mini external dimensions. (Meaning no bezels)

[@tayfunyakici1014]

Good

[@gregdale2716]

what days are you going to be at the AV airshow? really want to meet you.

[@StefanDrury]

Doing a meetup at the Cirrus display on Saturday at 11am.

[@High_Alpha]

I have a 4 digit passcode on my EFB ipad. BUT I have the screen set to never lock by itself, I need to close the cover or press the button.

[@davidkennedy3943]

Not sure about the passcode/ security tip. But the rest are all good. Good work.

[@StefanDrury]

Thanks David, yeah that’s definitely a personal choice but is my preference.

[@davidkennedy3943]

Stefan Drury by the way keep up the good work, I like your channel. As a low hour pilot I learn a lot..and get entertained at the same time.

[@anthonycooper1171]

Do you recommend Cellular or can we get by with Wi-Fi only. Also how about mini v full size iPad? Thanks

[@StefanDrury]

I believe cell gives better GPS positioning but please verify that first. And I personally prefer mini but know some pilots who fly with full size. I think mini is the best size for GA flying, but it’s very much personal preference.

[@anthonycooper1171]

@@StefanDrury thanks for the quick reply; love your channel, great content 👍

[@capdink]

And try and get the best iPad holder for the plane. Tried many of them and most of them don't work as shown. Need that at times when u cannot look down on the iPad . Should be mounted in a way that u can just have a quick glance for reference. Safe flights everyone.

[@hamishdavidson3368]

Carry paper charts as a back up?????

[@StefanDrury]

I do, they're all in my bag, but if the iPad Mini 5 comes out I'll probably buy two of those and give up paper for good.

[@hamishdavidson3368]

Ouch! Yes end of an era. I’ll throw all my old charts in the bin then.

[@RyanLoHQ-lv8yq]

Using apple maps to navigate while flying: where the fock am I (crashes into the alps)😂

[@FlyWithDady]

Ryan Lo 246 (HQ2) 😂😂😂

[@photomakerman]

Can you do Top iPad Apps to download?

[@StefanDrury]

I did that about a year ago (kzbin.info/www/bejne/earPZXiOe8efbrM), not a lot would have changed for me since then but I could do an updated version for 2019 for sure.

[@photomakerman]

@@StefanDrury Thanks I'll check it out! Keep up the good work Stefan.

[@brocklanders5587]

Tip 11: start an escrow account to save money for a new iPad(which keeps getting more expensive) everytime they update to a new operating system.

[@ammuka]

What kinda ipad is that stef?

[@StefanDrury]

That’s the iPad Mini V4 with wifi + cellular. Still waiting for the iPad Mini 5 to come out, hopefully soon...

[@markvanheerden2195]

Can you use an Ipad Holder that suction cups to a window?

[@cbmontreal]

You can buy a suction cup for the window which has a magnetic mount on it. Then you put the magnetic plate on the back of your iPad. Seems to hold pretty well. Just make sure you get the iPad one and not try to use the iPhone one as the magnets are smaller and the iPad will fall off

[@stranger2113]

Do you know if I need the wifi+cellular version of the iPad to use avplan in flight?

[@derkiwi151]

Stranger211 I use a portable gps unit with my iPad. I think if you connect it to your iPhone it’ll work as well (although I haven’t tried it)

[@capdink]

It's always better to get the cellular version. I don't think the wifi version can track your progress in flight. I got the cellular version and don't even need a sim in it. Tracks perfectly inflight and I always compare it withe garmins onboard and it is accurate. I would recommend the cellular version but just standby cause maybe a iPad mini 5 mite come out and that's what most pilots are waiting for. Safe flights.

[@StefanDrury]

Yes, where is the iPad mini 5....?

[@capdink]

@@StefanDrury I am hoping from the rumors Stef. I have been waiting for more than a year for that. So end of March is what is what I am hoping . If not have to for the 11inch, which I really don't want to.

[@marcel-koks]

Only the cell version has a build in GPS. If yout get the wi-Fi only version you’ll need an external GPS unit

[@randc47]

29k! 👍🏼

[@miracles7619]

Dropped it on the runway? How? Aren't you supposed to be inside the plane at the time.

[@ramij9216]

What case are you using?

[@jhanick]

Don't allow display to turn off or device to go to sleep.

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

Did you explain to milk shake how to use the iPad if she needs to? Order French fries?

[@denisrhodes54]

i found the windows sounds and background music annoying it’s also good to have as a backup a device and app of different make than your primary my backup is samsung galaxy s3 and avare

[@jasonMB999]

How the hell do fingers get eet during flight? 😂Do you get that nervous about flying?

[@scottfranco1962]

Or just get the 256gb version and don't worry about space on the thing.

[@JasmineP28]

Step 1: Turn on airplane mode

[@Joe-qj7oh]

In other words, work on the K.I.S.S. principle

[@tandemwings4733]

Keep - It - Superbly - Simple. (Different, I know)

[@JGS007]

Hahaha! ..."How you can best set up your iPad as a private pilot." First thing: Aiming directly for the home button, spray it with a liquid.

[@StefanDrury]

Haha. It seems to work still which is a good thing :)

[@alexkoch8716]

Se you at avalon

[@shashenwijesena]

1st View

[@StefanDrury]

Boom! 🏃‍♂️💨

[@CG-kf5vh]

LOL

[@maxkillers26]

My best tip, don't get apple!!!

[@glennllewellyn7369]

Apple is the best for pilots at the moment - Stefan is just helping out!

[@markstephens7236]

Evidently AvPlan are releasing their new Android version at Avalon. Let's hope it is better than Oz Runway's Android effort. Hey Stef, any chance you checking it out while at Avalon?

[@sharmasker]

Put your iPad into flight mode because it will self combust if you don't do that when you're on a flight :^^^^^^^)

[@StefanDrury]

Hmm, good to know thanks 🤣

[@himavarshini2420]

Great video!!!