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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
9th Apr 2018, 23:20
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Even on an iPhone OzRunways is still very useful,...

Even on an iPhone OzRunways is still very useful, and possibly more convenient than an iPad.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Feb 2015, 10:31
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

You need to buy the NAIPS app from the Apple site...

You need to buy the NAIPS app from the Apple site to get weather and lodge flight plans.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
22nd Jun 2014, 01:48
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

For a hundred-odd bucks a year Ozrunways is great...

For a hundred-odd bucks a year Ozrunways is great value.

Can't imagine anyone buys a handheld Garmin aviation GPS any more when you can get far better functionality a lot cheaper on an iPhone/iPad.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
21st Jun 2014, 02:45
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

I'd expect to see it displayed on the maps too....

I'd expect to see it displayed on the maps too. Given it's a new feature it's more likely to have defects. I'd drop the OzRunways people a line on Facebook or their website and raise this as a query...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
21st Jun 2014, 00:58
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Are you using the current version of OzRunways -...

Are you using the current version of OzRunways - 4.1?

It's under Settings | Information
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Jun 2014, 13:59
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

I'll have to add the AOPA information to my...

I'll have to add the AOPA information to my subscription, seems like a good idea.

Is there an entry for AOPA under Settings | Downloads | Australia ?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Mar 2014, 00:13
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Goto: Maps Map View Options Turn off "Show...

Goto:
Maps
Map View Options
Turn off "Show runways"

Keep in mind that the exploded runway details are only displayed for airports you are approaching on the current flight plan. It's a handy...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Feb 2014, 00:29
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

If you think OzRunways is getting too complex I...

If you think OzRunways is getting too complex I suggest contacting the authors and providing feedback on the software ergonomics.

OzRunways, as well as Easy VFR etc, give you a lot for only about...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Feb 2014, 21:34
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

It's just you. I'm reassured that there is...

It's just you.

I'm reassured that there is ongoing development of OzRunways that it's not a dead-end sitting on the shelf.

A single iPad could replace your handheld Garmin, a fistful of maps...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
24th Jan 2014, 07:04
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Go into Map View Options and turn on "Show...

Go into Map View Options and turn on "Show runways".

Only works for destinations on your flight plan.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Apr 2013, 02:49
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

How about Private VFR operations? If I have...

How about Private VFR operations?

If I have a current version of OzRunways, then I don't need paper maps?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
8th Apr 2013, 07:21
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Guess there should be a new thread "OzRunways...

Guess there should be a new thread "OzRunways 3.whoa!"

Bottom line is that OzRunways version 3 is a great improvement on a good product.

If only the rest of General Aviation technology moved as...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
5th Apr 2013, 04:10
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Here is the W & B notes from the OzRunways web...

Here is the W & B notes from the OzRunways web site:

Guess this is an area of the regulations that needs to be updated to take advantage of modern technology.

Is Weight and Balance Approved? /...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
2nd Apr 2013, 03:48
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Just got Version 3 as an update. It's good...

Just got Version 3 as an update.

It's good to see a great product get better.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
1st Apr 2013, 22:33
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

I had a look at the iPad Mini on the weekend, and...

I had a look at the iPad Mini on the weekend, and given the Mini appears to be recommended by the Ozrunways people and acceptable to CASA, it seems the best option.

The screen appears large enough...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Mar 2013, 00:25
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

It appears the A5 screen size for an EFB by CASA...

It appears the A5 screen size for an EFB by CASA is a "recommendation".

Probably just means that OzRunways just need to clarify qualify what is required to meet the requirements to use their...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Mar 2013, 00:03
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

One question I've got is what size iPad to use? ...

One question I've got is what size iPad to use?

I notice that the OzRunways people seem to recommend the iPad mini, but the mini screen size appears to be smaller than the A5 size for an EFB...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Mar 2013, 04:02
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

So, it's approved for private VFR operations on...

So, it's approved for private VFR operations on an iPad only?

Good news for sure!
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
2nd Mar 2013, 00:47
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

Get the NAIPS iPhone app from the same crowd as...

Get the NAIPS iPhone app from the same crowd as Ozrunways for getting weather etc and filing/updating flight plans.

For $10, the NAIPS app is probably the most essential tool for Australian...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2012, 11:21
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

I wasn't talking about Ozrunways, I meant the...

I wasn't talking about Ozrunways, I meant the many other apps that use Location Service.

Goto: Settings > Privacy > Location Services to get a list of the apps using Location Services and disable...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2012, 09:30
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

@Shagpile - iOS is now multi-threaded, one of the...

@Shagpile - iOS is now multi-threaded, one of the main benefits being the ability to process in the background. Processing = clock cycles = power.

Apps in the background definitely access Location...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2012, 05:07
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

It's a good idea to disable Location Services...

It's a good idea to disable Location Services when not required, as these chew thru the battery even when the device is not being used.

I saw an advert for an ADSB receiver that plugs into an...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2012, 03:46
Replies: 919
Views: 245,964
Posted By peterc005

I believe iOS 6.02 had a fix for slow Wifi...

I believe iOS 6.02 had a fix for slow Wifi speeds.

Might need to connect your iPad mini to iTunes and download the update.
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