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Three Things to Consider When Buying a Kneeboard

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Key Takeaways:

  • Kneeboards have evolved to secure both traditional notepads/charts and modern EFBs like the iPad Mini, preventing them from becoming hazards in the cockpit.
  • Specialized kneeboards offer features such as three-ring designs for organizing and easily viewing paper IFR approach charts.
  • Versatile, multi-function kneeboards are available with reversible designs, catering to both helicopter and fixed-wing pilots by seamlessly integrating EFB holders with paper chart capabilities.
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From the early days of aviation when Charles Lindbergh first flew across the North Atlantic, pilots have been looking for ways to secure a notepad and some charts somewhere in the cockpit. What evolved was the “kneeboard” and as technology has advanced, so have kneeboard feature sets. Here are some things to consider.

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