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Gear for Australian aviators
FRAT – Flight Risk Assessment Tool
‘Press-on-it is’ is the condition afflicting pilots when they continue with a flight, even when their gut tells them it probably isn’t a good idea. It’s usually weather-related accompanying a perceived pressure to get to a destination, usually at the insistence of passengers.
What’s app?
Five bits of software every pilot needs on that tablet
W ith the advent of the EFB and tablet a new era has ushered in a swathe of handy apps to help pilots make decisions and ultimately improve the safety and proficiency of pilots, recreational and professional. We take a look at the five best apps on the market today that will enhance overall situational awareness for pilots and allow them to access information and technology usually reserved for airline or military pilots.
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E6B Flight Computer
The E6B app from Sporty’s represents the next generation of flight computer, with its roots dating back to the mechanical version designed for military pilots in the 1930s. The powerful iPhone/iPad app expands on all the features of the traditional E6B, including 23 aviation functions, 20 conversions and complete timer features. It’s a great way to calculate groundspeed, density altitude and many other crucial numbers. This app works on iPad and iPhone, and also has a full-featured Apple Watch version.
X-Plane 10 Flight Simulator
Ok, so this one might not help you pass your written test or solve a weight and balance problem, but it sure is a lot of fun! The simulation and aerodynamics are very realistic, allowing you to practice your manoeuvers in the C172 or Piper Cub. On a rainy day though, we think the best way to use this app is by flying the F-22 fighter jet through the mountains of Austria.
Cloudahoy
This powerful app makes it easy to record and debrief your flight lessons, complete with chart overlays, altitude graphs and automatic manoeuvre detection. Want to see how your S-turns across a road look? CloudAhoy will show you. Use the free app to record your flight, or upload track logs from ForeFlight. To learn more about CloudAhoy go to www.cloudahoy.com
FlyQ Insight
The app we wish we had in Australia The InSight app brings a fun, augment ed reality concept to the cockpit and allows pilots to hold an iPhone or iPad up to the window and view a virtual marker on the ground showing the location of nearby airports. It can be a big help on cross-country flights when flying to a new airport for the first time.
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