Although Ive been accused of having Luddite tendencies, Im usually open to trying new things and doing old things differently. That said, a few years ago, I regularly ranted about proliferating portable electronic devices (PEDs) in the cockpit, usually focusing on the maze of power and data cables required. “A safety 288
Charting 2.0
Although Ive been accused of having Luddite tendencies, Im usually open to trying new things and doing old things differently. That said, a few years ago, I regularly ranted about proliferating portable electronic devices (PEDs) in the cockpit, usually focusing on the maze of power and data cables required. "A safety hazard," I pointed out to anyone who would listen.
Key Takeaways:
- The author, initially skeptical of electronic devices in the cockpit, now uses several but criticizes how current electronic charts merely replicate paper formats without leveraging digital platform capabilities.
- The article advocates for a "charting 2.0" approach, suggesting features like geo-referencing, better color use, interactive briefings, and performance calculations to enhance safety.
- It proposes that organizations such as the FAA, ICAO, and EASA collaborate to develop these next-generation electronic charts, moving beyond static digital reproductions.
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