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Old 08-22-2014, 08:55 PM
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Default iPad or iPad mini...

I just purchased an RV-6. It has no GPS. I plan on using an iPad with Foreflight or WingX.

I have an iPad 2 and an iPad Mini. Neither has GPS. I can either purchase a Dual for $100 and link it to an iPad, or I can purchase a used iPad with GPS for about $225.

I am leaning towards purchasing an iPad with GPS so I don't have to worry about a separate receiver, locating it, and keeping it charged.

But my question is, should I go with the full size iPad or a Mini? The Mini takes less room, of course, but is the screen large enough to adequately show routes and info?

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Old 08-22-2014, 09:13 PM
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I have both and use both. I bought both mine with the internal GPS but I think in your position unless you are going to use the cellular portion to get the GPS I would buy an external GPS to be able to use both. But as far as which one to get or use, that all depends on your lay out and where you are going to mount it.

On my trip back from IL when I purchased my RV-7A, I used the Ipad on the seat because I did not have a mount. But on my travels back to FL, I played where to mount the Ipad or Mini and determined the Mini would be easier to mount and be out of the way and very excisable.

I am not sure about fore flight but I use WingX Pro and I was able to put it on both Ipads. I use the Ipad for planning since it has the bigger screen and the mini mainly for navigation on my trip but have the Ipad close. I also used the Mini in my Searey before I sold it.

I hope this helps.
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Old 08-22-2014, 09:28 PM
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The Mini fits much better than the full sized one. I have the Mini in my 9A after trying the full size.
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Old 08-22-2014, 10:53 PM
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If you already have the iPad mini and foreflight, consider putting your money into a Stratus 2. That way you'll get the combination of better GPS (WAAS) than comes in the cellular iPads and, plus ADSB-in weather, traffic and AHRS capability.

Or, similarly, Garmin Pilot and their GDL39-3D to provide the same functionality in a Garmin-centric world.
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Old 08-23-2014, 03:30 AM
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Default Agree with previous poster

Put your money in the ADS-B receiver ---- I have used both the -2 and mini in my -6A, but found the mini works better --- I was able to mount mine on the left panel, using a (modified) RAM mount.
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Old 08-23-2014, 03:44 AM
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Mini with built in gps works best for us in 7a. Ipad is too big and the Dual will either run out of power or you will forget it somewhere. In the mini we have cellular capability to get GPS chip set but have no cell plan. Keeps life more simple
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Old 08-23-2014, 04:55 AM
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Default iPad mini + Stratus 2

Chris -
This is what I plan to use in my -6. I used the ipad extensively in my Tripacer, and was a bit unwieldy. The mini is actually about the size of a standard approach plate, so is a bit easier to mount. In addition, the Stratus 2 will provide weather and backup attitude indication.

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Old 08-23-2014, 05:38 AM
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Mini with a fold over simple case protector. Added a 2 belt velcro web, and its my new kneeboard. Room is limited in the front of the 8.
BTW, I got the non-retina model with WiFi and cellular. With a glare film on it, the money spent on a retina display is wasted. (And I saved 200 bucks)
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Old 08-23-2014, 05:52 AM
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I have been using mini with a Bad Elf gps.
Works great and is small.
Fore flight pro also working great with no flaws.
Using a knee board set up with strap.

VFR only.
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Old 08-23-2014, 06:41 AM
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I will second the adsb receiver recommendation. Weather on board is worth it's weight in gold when you need it.

Disclaimer: I am still on XM and on the fence about switching over. But your situation seems like a no brainer.
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