Northern Mooniac Posted March 18, 2017 Report Posted March 18, 2017 Just curious what people are running. I have been flying 172s so an ipad pro on the yoke was easy, but I am moving to an m20k and just wondering what people use and how people mount them? Quote
Oscar Avalle Posted March 18, 2017 Report Posted March 18, 2017 I use the iIpad mini, mainly because of its size. I have it mounted on the yoke. The iPad Pro would be too large. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
Northern Mooniac Posted March 18, 2017 Author Report Posted March 18, 2017 The ipad pro I have is the same size as an ipad air. They have 2 pro sizes. I definitely don't have the large one! You don't miss the larger screen of an ipad air?; Quote
gsengle Posted March 18, 2017 Report Posted March 18, 2017 The Mooney cockpit I find is so cozy half the time I use my iPhone! But the Mini works too. Anything bigger is too big for the cockpit.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
gsxrpilot Posted March 18, 2017 Report Posted March 18, 2017 I have both the Mini and the Pro. The Mini lives in the yoke in my K. 1 Quote
Northern Mooniac Posted March 18, 2017 Author Report Posted March 18, 2017 Do you get the same information slots along the bottom as a pro? I prefer horz to verticle, so that may be the way to go for me. Quote
gsxrpilot Posted March 18, 2017 Report Posted March 18, 2017 3 minutes ago, Kevin Pare said: Do you get the same information slots along the bottom as a pro? I prefer horz to verticle, so that may be the way to go for me. I believe so, I haven't checked. Quote
DonMuncy Posted March 18, 2017 Report Posted March 18, 2017 I had the full size IPad to start, and it would fit between the K yoke horns in "portrait" mode. I switched to a mini, and like it much better. Quote
Godfather Posted March 19, 2017 Report Posted March 19, 2017 I really like the size of the pro/air. I needed to make a custom bracket to mount it but it does not cover any instruments or impede range of movement. Might not work if you have a large midsection... Quote
Oldguy Posted March 24, 2017 Report Posted March 24, 2017 I have the iPad air in portrait view on my yoke and my wife has the mini on the copilot side. Love the coverage the larger format gives me. I typically keep in zoomed in to gliding distance at the altitude I am flying or slightly less. Quote
Pritch Posted March 25, 2017 Report Posted March 25, 2017 I use the Ipad mini and rack it in this. Pritch Quote
DMJones Posted March 25, 2017 Report Posted March 25, 2017 I have the new iPad mini, mounted on the yoke with the Ram Mount. https://www.aircraftspruce.com/pages/ps/ipad_mounts/ramipadminiyokekit.php Quote
bhilgy Posted March 27, 2017 Report Posted March 27, 2017 Love my Mini mounted with the RAM Claw yoke mount. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote
milotron Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I have been following this and picked up a mini 4 recently to use in addition to my Air 2, but specifically to yoke mount. For those with the Ram mini mount: is there enough play and extension in the mount arrangement to mount the mini offset to the right? I want to ensure there is lots of space around the left yoke horn for my ham-fisted stabbing during landings. The asymmetric layout bothers my eye, but would rather not congest the yoke grip too much. Quote
Bennett Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I have been following this and picked up a mini 4 recently to use in addition to my Air 2, but specifically to yoke mount. For those with the Ram mini mount: is there enough play and extension in the mount arrangement to mount the mini offset to the right? I want to ensure there is lots of space around the left yoke horn for my ham-fisted stabbing during landings. The asymmetric layout bothers my eye, but would rather not congest the yoke grip too much. There are several length arms for the ram mounts, and several back/holder variations. I went through two arm lengths, and two holders before I found what is the perfect mount for me. I have no interference with yoke buttons, nor with viewing the instruments. I use the Mini 4 running ForeFlight in portrait mode. In flight the yoke is back further than in the photos, and the holder does not block the instruments. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote
LevelWing Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I have an iPad Air 2 right now and it usually sits on my lap. I'm thinking about switching to the mini but waiting for the new ones to come out. If they don't, I may just get the iPad Pro (smaller one). Quote
Bennett Posted April 7, 2017 Report Posted April 7, 2017 I have an iPad Air 2 right now and it usually sits on my lap. I'm thinking about switching to the mini but waiting for the new ones to come out. If they don't, I may just get the iPad Pro (smaller one). The Apple rumor mills I have been reading are suggesting that there will not be a new Mini in the iPad lineup to be announced later this year. Apparently (outside of aviation) it is not a big seller. Personally, since the Mini 4 has the Retina screen, and a decent processor, I see little need for an upgraded version. Sure better sunlight readability, an OLED screen, and better heat tolerance would be nice, but I carry an iPad 3 (I've lost track of the iPad nomenclature) as a back-up. I just leave it on the co-pilot seat, under something to keep it cool. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
helitim Posted April 14, 2017 Report Posted April 14, 2017 Having tried the various yoke and window mounts as pictured, I never really found a position for everything that was comfortable while maintaining function at the same time. At some point, something would be obstructed from view. With my panel upgrade to the GTN 750 and the 345R moved to the battery compartment, it left enough room on the panel to put an iPad mini mount. This is a much more invasive solution but, if you ever upgrade your panel and have this option, I highly suggest you consider it. Very functional while keeping all the panel data visible. 2 Quote
carusoam Posted April 14, 2017 Report Posted April 14, 2017 (edited) Bingo! Winner! Way to go Tim! I can't think of a better way to handle getting a decent consumer electronics device to be so useable, without the baggage of intereference with certified stuff. I think Byron showed a similar type of installation using a smaller device. I am suddenly getting tired of my iPad on my knee. Nicely done. Best regards, -a- Edited April 14, 2017 by carusoam Quote
gitmo234 Posted April 14, 2017 Report Posted April 14, 2017 I like Tim's setup, but I flew my 172 with a thigh mount. Personally, I dont want anything on my yoke. It doesnt hinder movement but it FEELS like it's in the way and I want nothing to do with it. I'm also an iPad mini person. I dont want a gigantic screen taking up all the room. And I had a '56 172 which is entirely different than most. The size of the windshield was huge and I had all the space in the world. I wanted as little as possible in my sight picture Quote
helitim Posted April 15, 2017 Report Posted April 15, 2017 The way my mount is configured, there is an iPad charging cord inside the mount to maintain your charge level (no cords dangling). Simply push in and down on your pad to remove it from the mount. Takes about 10 seconds to put in or out after you plug or unplug it. The mount holds it quite firm even in turbulence. There is a small piece of SCAT hose that scavenges from the interior vent hose and is discharged directly onto the back of the iPad to help keep it cool as well. Tim Quote
Txbyker Posted April 16, 2017 Report Posted April 16, 2017 I have an iPhone 7+ and Rokform case and magnet mount. https://www.rokform.com/collections/automobile-mounts/products/ba-magnetic-car-mount The magnet is stuck over the Mooney label on the center yoke. I use it for backup charts, etc. Russ Quote
N252WD Posted April 21, 2017 Report Posted April 21, 2017 I like the Ipad Mini 20170225_151207.mp4 1 Quote
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