I have never had a problem getting a gps signal with my iPad mini internal gps.
The problem seeing it in bright light has been solved with with glasses made with gradient tint, clear on the bottom. Actually they are great for all the time sunglass needs.
Enjoy your flying. I feel the iPad is the best bang for the buck. 
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Ed D'Arcy
RV6-A 5,200+ hrs, R-44 1,600 hrs, Helicycle 320 hrs, gyro sold,35,000 miles flown in 2015 
Stuart, Fl / S WINDSOR,Ct / Virgin Gorda, BVI - under major repair from hurricane damage
VAF #840 EAA AOPA FAC FABA QB SPA
addicted pickle ball player
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