The latest version of the popular Stratus portable ADS-B receiver from Sporty’s Pilot Shop and Appareo Systems made its debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in July, giving users subscription-free weather capabilities to go along with dual-band ADS-B traffic, GPS data and backup attitude information.
Stratus 3 is a Potent Portable ADS-B Receiver for ForeFlight
Key Takeaways:
- The Stratus 3 is a new portable ADS-B receiver providing subscription-free weather, dual-band traffic, GPS, and backup attitude information for pilots.
- Key new features include "smart" Wi-Fi allowing concurrent iPad LTE use, enhanced Wi-Fi security, and an automatic shut-off mode to save battery.
- Priced at $699, it integrates with ForeFlight and other apps, offering improved FAA ADS-B data feeds, 3D traffic, an 8-hour battery life, and a built-in flight data recorder.
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