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.
Three Things to Consider When Buying a Kneeboard
Key Takeaways:
- Modern kneeboards secure electronic flight bags (EFBs) like the iPad Mini, preventing them from becoming projectiles, and offer organizational features such as pockets, pen holders, and an aluminum clipboard for notes.
- Specialized kneeboards, often with a three-ring design, are ideal for organizing and displaying paper IFR approach charts, ensuring critical flight information and necessary writing tools are readily accessible during flights.
- Versatile, multi-function kneeboards are available with reversible designs and interchangeable panels to accommodate both EFBs and paper charts, catering to different pilot preferences and aircraft types (e.g., helicopter or fixed-wing).
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