wireless internet for flying info
I see that several flying clubs/airfield cafes have wireless internet connectivity for customers. Have any of you tried it? Does it deliver?
What I really want to know is: would a Pocket PC (HP214 etc with 802.11 wireless built in)) be worth carrying while on a touring flying holiday, with the intention of getting the NOTAMs and Met. Recently we were weathered in at Abbeville for a few days and relied, in part, on the generosity of the Airfield Motel proprietor to access the internet. We kept sneaking use of his bookings computer (when he was not actually using it). I would prefer not to run up the cost of access by using my mobile phone. Is a pocket PC screen big enough to make any sense of the MET forms (214, 215).
I have tried to get to see a Pocket PC in the flesh, working, but all that PC World can offer is a display mock up unit. Not very helpful for me to see if the display is clear and the text big enough for me to read. Plenty available mail order but I would like to see before parting with hard earned.
Any advice would be gratefully received.
Andrew.